Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen for qualified children's nurses to join our team working as a staff nurse within our children's services unit. We have a number of part time and full time positions available across Doncaster and Bassetlaw hospitals. We are looking for someone who is motivated, enthusiastic and possesses excellent interpersonal and communication skills along with the ability to work within a multidisciplinary team; providingholistic care to both child and their parents/carers.
Due to expansion of our services we currently have vacancy within our; Emergency Departments, Children's Observation Unit, Children's Ward and Children's Ambulatory Care Unit, where we provide care for children and young people from ages 0-16.
Once the post has closed, if you are shortlisted, you will be invited to attend a recruitment event on Wednesday 29th November at Doncaster Royal Infirmary. Please note this event is by invite only.
Main duties of the job
As a member of the nursing team you will deliver a high standard of nursing care based on the theory of family centred care. You will be expected to act as a role model and work with the multidisciplinary team within the division ensuring that a high standard of holistic care is maintained for all children and their families. You are expected to participate in education and will be supported by our education team with your own continued professional development.
About us
Doncaster & Bassetlaw NHS FT is one of Yorkshire's Leading acute trusts, serving a population of more than 420,000 across South Yorkshire, North Nottinghamshire, and the surrounding areas. Our services are based over three main hospital sites employing over 6,000 colleagues.
It is our goal to give those who join Team DBTH the tools and opportunities to grow their career, so whether you spend just one year or fifty with us, it's our pledge to help youDevelop,BelongandThrive,Here.
As an organisation that supports flexible working, we want to be sure that you can work in a way that is best for us and for our patients, and for you. Speak to us about how we might be able to support a flexible working arrangement. If it works for the service, we will do our best to make it work for you.
As an equal opportunities employer, we encourage applicants from all sectors of the community, particularly from under-represented groups including those with disabilities, members of our ethnic minorities and LGBTQ+ communities.
We offer a range of benefits including:o Extensive range of learning opportunities o NHS Pension Schemeo Generous holiday entitlement commencing at 27 days holiday per year plus bank holidays (pro rata).o Comprehensive health and wellbeing supporto NHS Car Lease schemes and a range of salary sacrifice schemeo Discounts on restaurants, getaways, shopping and finance through external providers.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For further information about the main duties for this role please find them detailed in the job description and person specification document, which is attached to this vacancy.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For further information about the main duties for this role please find them detailed in the job description and person specification document, which is attached to this vacancy.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Children's Nurse
- Up to date NMC registration
- Achievement of clinical skills of practice for venepuncture or willingness to undertake within three months of appointment
Desirable
- Mentorship Qualification
- Demonstrate professional development post-registration.
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working with children and families within a health care setting or similar environment.
- Experience of working with children and young people with developmental delay and/or complex health needs.
- Evidence of continuous professional development.
- Participation in data collection and audit activities
Desirable
- Experience of carrying out clinical procedures e.g. venepuncture.
- Knowledge of audit process and experience of undertaking audit and presenting findings.
- Previous post registration- caring for children in hospital
Skills
Essential
- Demonstrate good verbal and written communication skills with multidisciplinary team/client/relatives.
- Demonstrate a caring manner with an understanding disposition.
- Be interested and committed to caring for children and families from any type of cultural and environmental background or illness.
Desirable
- Professional Development -Post Registration
- Able to teach and supervise students and Healthcare Assistants
Organisational Skills
Essential
- Ability to prioritise own workload
- Ability to supervise work of others
- Ability to ensure smooth delivery of service
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Children's Nurse
- Up to date NMC registration
- Achievement of clinical skills of practice for venepuncture or willingness to undertake within three months of appointment
Desirable
- Mentorship Qualification
- Demonstrate professional development post-registration.
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working with children and families within a health care setting or similar environment.
- Experience of working with children and young people with developmental delay and/or complex health needs.
- Evidence of continuous professional development.
- Participation in data collection and audit activities
Desirable
- Experience of carrying out clinical procedures e.g. venepuncture.
- Knowledge of audit process and experience of undertaking audit and presenting findings.
- Previous post registration- caring for children in hospital
Skills
Essential
- Demonstrate good verbal and written communication skills with multidisciplinary team/client/relatives.
- Demonstrate a caring manner with an understanding disposition.
- Be interested and committed to caring for children and families from any type of cultural and environmental background or illness.
Desirable
- Professional Development -Post Registration
- Able to teach and supervise students and Healthcare Assistants
Organisational Skills
Essential
- Ability to prioritise own workload
- Ability to supervise work of others
- Ability to ensure smooth delivery of service
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).
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).
