Job summary
Due to promotions and developments within the existing team, we are looking to recruit a Band 6 Junior Sister/Charge Nurse on Starfish Ward.
We are very proud of our teams and the great quality care we give to our children and families. We are equally proud of our record of developing our nursing teams from newly qualified nurses all the way to senior nurses.
We value our nurses and demonstrate that with a robust development plan regardless of grade. We provide high quality care for children with a variety of medical and surgical needs.
Main duties of the job
Starfish Ward is a 20 bedded acute children's ward with a two bed high dependency unit.
Our philosophy is that a well supported workforce who is motivated will give excellent care for the families in our area.
About us
There has never been a more exciting time to join West Hertfordshire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust! Major redevelopment works are planned as part of the New Hospital Programme. These will be most dramatic at Watford General Hospital where up to 90% of buildings will be new.
The trust has recently gained 'teaching hospital' status which reflects the dedicated work of many teams and individuals who have set the standard for delivering high quality training, learning and education at all levels of the workforce.
We are a flexible working employer
At West Herts we recognise the importance of a good work life balance and the ability to work flexibly. We are delighted to offer a variety of flexible working options for all staff. Please check out our web page for more information.
https://www.westhertshospitals.nhs.uk/flexibleworking/
We encourage and welcome people with disabilities. If you need help, please ask.
We reserve the right to close this advert early due to the volume of applicants. Please apply as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.
If you do not hear back within 3 weeks of your application, please assume you have been unsuccessful on this occasion.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To work as a skilled member of the nursing team, to provide a high standard of holistic family centred care to the children and their families.
To act as a role model and expert clinical practitioner.
To support the senior sister in managing the clinical area, including management of staff, acting as team leader, including addressing staff developmental needs through IPR.
To undertake delegated responsibility for the department in the absence of the Ward / Unit Manager.
The post holder could be required to work on any site where HPT provide acute services for children, according to the needs of the service.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To work as a skilled member of the nursing team, to provide a high standard of holistic family centred care to the children and their families.
To act as a role model and expert clinical practitioner.
To support the senior sister in managing the clinical area, including management of staff, acting as team leader, including addressing staff developmental needs through IPR.
To undertake delegated responsibility for the department in the absence of the Ward / Unit Manager.
The post holder could be required to work on any site where HPT provide acute services for children, according to the needs of the service.
Person Specification
Education and qualifications
Essential
- RSCN/RN CHILD
- Evidence of a good command of written and spoken English
- Evidence of professional development
Desirable
- Degree/Diploma in Children's Nursing
Knowledge
Essential
- Have undertaken PILS/APLS
- Managerial / leadership experience
- Knowledge of Child protection issues
- An understanding of the philosophy of paediatric care & Paediatric A&E
- Awareness of current research and developments within paediatric nursing
- Awareness of equality and diversity
- Basic knowledge of computer
Desirable
- Knowledge of handling complaints and clinical incidents
Experience
Essential
- Experience at Band 5 within Paediatric setting
Person Specification
Education and qualifications
Essential
- RSCN/RN CHILD
- Evidence of a good command of written and spoken English
- Evidence of professional development
Desirable
- Degree/Diploma in Children's Nursing
Knowledge
Essential
- Have undertaken PILS/APLS
- Managerial / leadership experience
- Knowledge of Child protection issues
- An understanding of the philosophy of paediatric care & Paediatric A&E
- Awareness of current research and developments within paediatric nursing
- Awareness of equality and diversity
- Basic knowledge of computer
Desirable
- Knowledge of handling complaints and clinical incidents
Experience
Essential
- Experience at Band 5 within Paediatric setting
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).
