Job summary
Do you have a passion for the complexities of caring for Adolescents and their families?
We are looking to recruit a motivated and hard-working individual who not only has an excellent clinical skill set but more so the communication skills to foster efficient relationships to effectively care for our teenage population who require both physical and emotional support.
On Ward 14 we have a vacancy within our excellent team who specialise in Adolescent care.
Ward 14 is a 12 bedded unit caring for young people requiring support from a multitude of specialisms including Medicine, Surgery, Gynaecology, Orthopaedics and Mental Health.
Ward 14 has a strong team spirit and actively pursue improvements in patient care which provides a sense of team pride.
We have a very supportive and welcoming team which includes the Ward Managers, Matrons, Practice Educators, and a dedicated Paediatric Workforce Lead, this will ensure you receive all the support you need throughout the recruitment process as well as caring for your training and induction needs to enable you to carry out your role safely and efficiently ensuring excellent standards of care.
Main duties of the job
At UHCW we work hard to be flexible, we recognise the benefits of and actively promoting flexible working options, we are keen to support applications wherever possible, helping to promote and maintain a healthy work / life balance. Please feel free to contact the Recruiting Manager to see what this could look like for you in practice.
For all Band 6 staff we offer a robust month-long induction program to ease the transition into a new working environment which we will adapt to meet the needs of each individual candidate.
At UHCW we have a real focus on training and development. With the support of our dedicated team of in-house Paediatric Practice Educators, all our staff are encouraged to attain the skills and knowledge required to deliver first class care.
Courses you will be able to complete within your first year in post will include Safety Interventions Training, the Camhs course at Birmingham University. You will also be required to complete the EPLS course so that you can then take responsibility for the paediatric bleep enabling you to offer support to the Paediatric Resus Department within the Children's Emergency Department as well as supporting other areas of the Paediatric Unit as required.
About us
University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust, rated as good by the Care Quality Commission, is one of the largest teaching Trusts in the UK.
We are extremely proud of our employees across our hospital sites, with high quality patient care at the heart of everything we do.
Boasting some of the most modern facilities in Western Europe, the Trust is renowned for being at the forefront of research and innovation as part of its blossoming reputation as a worldwide leader in healthcare.
We are proud to be recognised as a Pathway to Excellence designated organisation - please click the link for further details about this prestigious award. Pathway To Excellence - University Hospitals Coventry & Warwickshire (uhcw.nhs.uk)
By joining our exciting journey, you will form part of a passionate, talented team and will be able to access a wide range of learning and development opportunities. There has never been a better time to join our team.
The Trust is committed to building an organisation that makes full use of the talents, skills, experience, and different perspectives available in our diverse society. We want everyone to feel they are respected, valued, can achieve their potential and receive the most appropriate and relevant care. We will create an environment where the equality and human rights principles of fairness, respect, equality, dignity and autonomy are promoted and are part of the organisation's core values.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Staff Benefits
Your package with us includes a lot more than just your pay and here are a few of the additional benefits that are available to you as an employee:
Our benefits include but are not limited to:
- Access to the NHS Pension Scheme
- Generous holiday Entitlement starting at 27 days a year plus bank holidays
- On site nature walk
- Outdoor gym - easily accessible at lunchtime
- Car and bicycle schemes
- On-site parking
- On-site nursery
- Access to exclusive discounts, mobile apps and more via NHS Discounts and Blue Light Card
- Emotional Wellbeing Service covering a range of online support
- CSB library onsite which is accessible 24 hours per day
Detailed main duties
1. Manage the care of a group of children and their families for the duration of the shift
2. Develop partnerships with children and their families to enable to deliver care
3. Be responsible for evaluating the care given verbally and written reports.
4. Take account of the health promotion needs of the individual child/family, and ensure that relevant information and support are given to meet these needs at an appropriate time during the childs stay in hospital.
5. Ensure that all drugs are administered, recorded and stored in accordance with the paediatric Unit and Hospital Drug Policies.
6. Practices in line with NMC Code of Professional Conduct at all times
7. Act in accordance with local child protection procedures.
8.Ensure that all untoward incidents and accidents are reported, using appropriate documentation.
9. Ensure that effective discharge planning, which begins at the time of admission, is developed and maintained to assist in optimal discharge time for the child.
10. Be aware of, and comply with, all Trust infection prevention and control policies, to include hand hygiene, personal hygiene, environmental and food hygiene. To undertake annual training/updates in infection control
For further details of the role please see the attached job description.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Staff Benefits
Your package with us includes a lot more than just your pay and here are a few of the additional benefits that are available to you as an employee:
Our benefits include but are not limited to:
- Access to the NHS Pension Scheme
- Generous holiday Entitlement starting at 27 days a year plus bank holidays
- On site nature walk
- Outdoor gym - easily accessible at lunchtime
- Car and bicycle schemes
- On-site parking
- On-site nursery
- Access to exclusive discounts, mobile apps and more via NHS Discounts and Blue Light Card
- Emotional Wellbeing Service covering a range of online support
- CSB library onsite which is accessible 24 hours per day
Detailed main duties
1. Manage the care of a group of children and their families for the duration of the shift
2. Develop partnerships with children and their families to enable to deliver care
3. Be responsible for evaluating the care given verbally and written reports.
4. Take account of the health promotion needs of the individual child/family, and ensure that relevant information and support are given to meet these needs at an appropriate time during the childs stay in hospital.
5. Ensure that all drugs are administered, recorded and stored in accordance with the paediatric Unit and Hospital Drug Policies.
6. Practices in line with NMC Code of Professional Conduct at all times
7. Act in accordance with local child protection procedures.
8.Ensure that all untoward incidents and accidents are reported, using appropriate documentation.
9. Ensure that effective discharge planning, which begins at the time of admission, is developed and maintained to assist in optimal discharge time for the child.
10. Be aware of, and comply with, all Trust infection prevention and control policies, to include hand hygiene, personal hygiene, environmental and food hygiene. To undertake annual training/updates in infection control
For further details of the role please see the attached job description.
Person Specification
Qualifications
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Desirable
Experience
Essential
Desirable
Knowledge
Essential
Desirable
Skills
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Desirable
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
Desirable
Experience
Essential
Desirable
Knowledge
Essential
Desirable
Skills
Essential
Desirable
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
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Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
