Job summary
We are seeking Band 5 Registered Children's Nurses to join our team to work in Willow Ward (General paediatrics).
Willow ward is a 22-26 bedded general paediatric ward with enhanced care beds caring for children aged 0-16 years with a variety of medical, surgical and orthopaedic conditions.
"If you are an Internationally Educated Nurse and are interested in apply for this role, you will need to have submitted your registration for your Paediatric NMC pin. If you have applied for an Adult NMC pin, unfortunately we cannot consider you for this role".
We are currently in the process of developing level 2 paediatric critical care beds if you have experience of working in a Paediatric Intensive Care we would love to hear from you.
Main duties of the job
The successful applicant will need to have:
1) A commitment to caring for sick children and supporting the senior nursing team in advancing paediatric practice.
2)First level registration with the NMC as a Children's Nurse .
3) An interest in acute paediatric nursing, and care of the child in the assessment/HDU environment.
4)Commitment to continuing your own personal professional development
In return we are committed to continuing your personal professional development within our supportive team environment. We have close links with the University Of Greenwich and actively encourage your development. A Practice Development Nurse is available to support this process. Within the ward environment you will be supported by a Senior Sister and team of Band 6 Sisters.
About us
We are committed to being an inclusive and diverse employer. We strive to employ people who reflect the communities we serve, and aim to create an inclusive culture where everyone can reach their full potential. Whatever your race, ethnicity, belief, generation, sexual orientation, gender or gender identity, disability or experience, you'll appreciate the opportunities we give you to work in an inclusive atmosphere. We welcome applications from people of diverse backgrounds, perspectives and experiences to build on the progress we've achieved to make our Trust diverse and the best place to work. We celebrate the diversity of thought, viewpoints and ideas that help us overcome challenges and embrace new possibilities.
If you are considering applying for a role, please be aware that as an NHS Employee you may have contact with vulnerable service users. Due to the government regulations for mandatory vaccinations for COVID-19 for NHS employees, it has been necessary to take significant steps to protect the health and safety of our staff and our patients. In order to comply with our duty of care, we require all of our staff to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19. Your vaccination status will be a condition of your employment and evidence of vaccination will be obtained during the recruitment process, unless you are medically exempt.
Your commitment will help us to put the safety and care of our patients first, as well as helping us to protect you and your colleagues.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Specific Responsibilities1. Clinical responsibilities:1.1 Assesses the care needs of babies, children and adolescents and develops programmes of care in relation to the needs of the child and family1.2 Implements programmes of nursing care and evaluates their effectiveness, ensuring that the care plan provides a continuous record of progress, response to treatment, rehabilitation and nursing care1.3 Work in partnership with children and their families in order to support and encourage involvement in their care, thus supporting family centred care1.4 Support parents, carers, siblings and other members of the childs support network as appropriate1.5 Assists in setting and maintaining optimum standards of nursing care, ensuring that nursing guidelines and policies are adhered to1.6 Be involved in orientating children and their families to the environment on Willow/PAU as part of their admission1.7 Participates in the reception, care and discharge of children ensuring they receive safe and competent care during their stay1.8 Receives with courtesy children, their families and visitors into the ward and outpatient area1.9 Chaperones children, and accompanies them to other wards, departments, hospitals etc. as requested by the nurse in charge1.10 Is aware of the spiritual, psychological and emotional needs ofthe child and their family and endeavours to meet these at all times1.11 Help prepare children and their families for discharge addressing any practical, emotional or psychological issues and ensuring that there are clear plans for the future care of the child1.12 Liase with the Childrens Community Nursing Team, GP, Social Services, Health Visitor, Community Midwife or School Nurse to identify issues for children and their families on discharge1.13 Assists in maintaining custody of all drugs by checking, storing and administering them in line with Trust policy1.14 Is aware of the location of emergency and resuscitation equipment and procedures and participates in the checking of emergency equipment each shift1.15 Responsible for the researching, development and undertaking of nurse led clinics for children and their families.1.16 Responsible for liaison with the hospital play specialist team in relation to provision of play facilities for children in all areas2. Managerial responsibilities:2.1 Reports to the nurse in charge or Senior Nurse any concerns in relation to patient care, the environment, staffing or any thing that may affect the service as a whole to children and their families2.2 Reports any accidents or incidents involving children, relatives and staff to the nurse in charge. Completes statements and incident form, reporting such incidents appropriately2.3 Reports any concerns to the nurse in charge or doctor in relation to child protection. Liases with Named Nurse, Named doctor or other safeguarding professionals as appropriate2.4 Exercises leadership and acts up in the absence of senior nursing staff as required to take charge of the ward or department2.5 Undertakes duties on different wards or departments as required by service demands, within the 24hr period2.6 Arranges for Childrens property and valuables to be cared for according to Trust policy2.7 Reports inadequate supplies of stores, having some knowledge of budgeting costs in order that all resources are used appropriately and judiciously2.8 Takes responsibility for the development of nursing guidelines, practice and protocols with the ward, PAU and outpatient environment3. Professional responsibilities:3.1 Gives assistance to and mentors newly appointed staff, as part of their orientation process3.2 Acts as an effective role model to all staff, students, children and their families3.3 Promotes and maintains a professional appearance and manner at all times in accordance with Trust policy3.4 Promotes the Department and the Trust as a whole, in the most positive manner to the children, parents and local population at all times3.5 Maintain accurate documentation and information systems both manually and by using the wards computer system3.6 Maintains confidentiality at all times ensuring that information is only given out with appropriate permission3.7 Actively participates in maintaining a safe environment for children and families, visitors and other staff, as required by the Health and Safety at Work Act, Health and Safety policy, Risk Management policy and COSHH regulations3.8 Acknowledges and abides by the Code of Professional Conduct for Nurses and is guided by advisory documents issued by the NMC3.9 Maintains and develops own professional practice, keeping abreast of new developments and concepts, both clinical and professional3.10 Maintains good relationships with staff organisations andvoluntary bodies
Job description
Job responsibilities
Specific Responsibilities1. Clinical responsibilities:1.1 Assesses the care needs of babies, children and adolescents and develops programmes of care in relation to the needs of the child and family1.2 Implements programmes of nursing care and evaluates their effectiveness, ensuring that the care plan provides a continuous record of progress, response to treatment, rehabilitation and nursing care1.3 Work in partnership with children and their families in order to support and encourage involvement in their care, thus supporting family centred care1.4 Support parents, carers, siblings and other members of the childs support network as appropriate1.5 Assists in setting and maintaining optimum standards of nursing care, ensuring that nursing guidelines and policies are adhered to1.6 Be involved in orientating children and their families to the environment on Willow/PAU as part of their admission1.7 Participates in the reception, care and discharge of children ensuring they receive safe and competent care during their stay1.8 Receives with courtesy children, their families and visitors into the ward and outpatient area1.9 Chaperones children, and accompanies them to other wards, departments, hospitals etc. as requested by the nurse in charge1.10 Is aware of the spiritual, psychological and emotional needs ofthe child and their family and endeavours to meet these at all times1.11 Help prepare children and their families for discharge addressing any practical, emotional or psychological issues and ensuring that there are clear plans for the future care of the child1.12 Liase with the Childrens Community Nursing Team, GP, Social Services, Health Visitor, Community Midwife or School Nurse to identify issues for children and their families on discharge1.13 Assists in maintaining custody of all drugs by checking, storing and administering them in line with Trust policy1.14 Is aware of the location of emergency and resuscitation equipment and procedures and participates in the checking of emergency equipment each shift1.15 Responsible for the researching, development and undertaking of nurse led clinics for children and their families.1.16 Responsible for liaison with the hospital play specialist team in relation to provision of play facilities for children in all areas2. Managerial responsibilities:2.1 Reports to the nurse in charge or Senior Nurse any concerns in relation to patient care, the environment, staffing or any thing that may affect the service as a whole to children and their families2.2 Reports any accidents or incidents involving children, relatives and staff to the nurse in charge. Completes statements and incident form, reporting such incidents appropriately2.3 Reports any concerns to the nurse in charge or doctor in relation to child protection. Liases with Named Nurse, Named doctor or other safeguarding professionals as appropriate2.4 Exercises leadership and acts up in the absence of senior nursing staff as required to take charge of the ward or department2.5 Undertakes duties on different wards or departments as required by service demands, within the 24hr period2.6 Arranges for Childrens property and valuables to be cared for according to Trust policy2.7 Reports inadequate supplies of stores, having some knowledge of budgeting costs in order that all resources are used appropriately and judiciously2.8 Takes responsibility for the development of nursing guidelines, practice and protocols with the ward, PAU and outpatient environment3. Professional responsibilities:3.1 Gives assistance to and mentors newly appointed staff, as part of their orientation process3.2 Acts as an effective role model to all staff, students, children and their families3.3 Promotes and maintains a professional appearance and manner at all times in accordance with Trust policy3.4 Promotes the Department and the Trust as a whole, in the most positive manner to the children, parents and local population at all times3.5 Maintain accurate documentation and information systems both manually and by using the wards computer system3.6 Maintains confidentiality at all times ensuring that information is only given out with appropriate permission3.7 Actively participates in maintaining a safe environment for children and families, visitors and other staff, as required by the Health and Safety at Work Act, Health and Safety policy, Risk Management policy and COSHH regulations3.8 Acknowledges and abides by the Code of Professional Conduct for Nurses and is guided by advisory documents issued by the NMC3.9 Maintains and develops own professional practice, keeping abreast of new developments and concepts, both clinical and professional3.10 Maintains good relationships with staff organisations andvoluntary bodies
Person Specification
Educational achievements, qualifications and training
Essential
- Registration as a Children's Nurse on the NMC register
- Committed to personal professional development
Desirable
- Diploma or degree
- ENB 998 or equivalent
- Cannulation skills
- Evidence of further study
Experience
Essential
- Minimum experience of working in a paediatric environment during nurse training
- Willing to take charge of the ward in absence of more senior staff
- Knowledge of child protection
Desirable
- Experience of other care settings
- Previous band 5 experience
Job related aptitude and skills
Essential
- Good communicator both written and verbally
- Able to maintain confidentiality
- Has commitment
- Ability to prioritise
- Ability to work under pressure
- Ability to work as part of a team and on own
Desirable
- Teaching skills
- Able to see a career plan for self
Person Specification
Educational achievements, qualifications and training
Essential
- Registration as a Children's Nurse on the NMC register
- Committed to personal professional development
Desirable
- Diploma or degree
- ENB 998 or equivalent
- Cannulation skills
- Evidence of further study
Experience
Essential
- Minimum experience of working in a paediatric environment during nurse training
- Willing to take charge of the ward in absence of more senior staff
- Knowledge of child protection
Desirable
- Experience of other care settings
- Previous band 5 experience
Job related aptitude and skills
Essential
- Good communicator both written and verbally
- Able to maintain confidentiality
- Has commitment
- Ability to prioritise
- Ability to work under pressure
- Ability to work as part of a team and on own
Desirable
- Teaching skills
- Able to see a career plan for self
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.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
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.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
