Job summary
We are seeking a skilled and proactive Band 5 Staff Nurse to join our dynamic Children's Outpatient Department.
The successful candidate will deliver high-quality, holistic care to children and their families, ensuring the smooth and efficient operation of the department.
This role includes both direct patient care and essential general duties, supporting the team in providing exceptional care.
We currently have two opportunities:
0.40 WTE - substantive post
0.50 WTE - Fixed Term Contract ending 31st October 2025
Main duties of the job
The Band 5 Paediatric Staff Nurse is a key role in providing safe, effective, and family-centred care to children and young people in the outpatient department.
The nurse performs essential procedures like phlebotomy and allergy skin prick testing, adhering to evidence-based practices and Trust guidelines. They manage respiratory conditions such as asthma, offering monitoring, treatment, and support to both patients and families.
Effective communication is central to the role, ensuring children and their families are informed about clinic schedules, procedures, and care plans while offering emotional support.
The nurse maintains a child-friendly, clean, and safe environment, adhering to Infection Prevention and Control (IPC) protocols to reduce infection risks. They also support the transition from paediatric to adult services in collaboration with the Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS) team.
About us
With a new hospital planned for Watford and work underway to update theatres at St Albans City Hospital, this is an exciting time to join us. We are building on the success of our award-winning virtual hospital and re-imagining models of care, working ever more closely with partners and making the most of advances in digital healthcare. Staff wellbeing and development are a priority at our Trust, as is the role of innovation in improving clinical care, outcomes and patient experience. Our vision is Excellent patient care, together and our values are to be empowered, compassionate, professional and inclusive. They capture an important balance across what we must all do as individuals and to support others. We offer a variety of flexible working options as we recognise the importance of a good work life balance. www.westhertshospitals.nhs.uk/flexibleworking If you have a disability or long-term health condition and should you require support or guidance please contact westherts.recruitment@nhs.net If you are a Service Leaver, Veteran, Military Reserve, Cadet Force Adult Volunteer, or partner/spouse of those serving please tick "Member of the Armed Forces Community" on the application form. 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
In leadership, the nurse acts as a senior member of the clinical team, deputising for the Senior Sister and assisting in implementing new policies and procedures to improve care.
They identify clinical risks, report incidents, and contribute to service improvements. Collaboration with consultants, administrative staff, and the multidisciplinary team is essential for coordinated patient care.
The nurse ensures accurate documentation and follows safeguarding procedures, staying updated with child protection policies. Managing departmental resources, including stock and supplies, is part of the role, alongside supporting the Trusts sustainability and financial goals.
Education and staff development are integral, as the nurse contributes to the induction and supervision of junior staff and students, fostering a supportive learning environment. They also engage in personal professional development through revalidation and performance reviews.
The nurse supports the delivery of services across multiple locations, contributing to staffing and recruitment efforts to maintain safe staffing levels. They align with the Trusts strategic objectives to improve childrens health and well-being.
Job description
Job responsibilities
In leadership, the nurse acts as a senior member of the clinical team, deputising for the Senior Sister and assisting in implementing new policies and procedures to improve care.
They identify clinical risks, report incidents, and contribute to service improvements. Collaboration with consultants, administrative staff, and the multidisciplinary team is essential for coordinated patient care.
The nurse ensures accurate documentation and follows safeguarding procedures, staying updated with child protection policies. Managing departmental resources, including stock and supplies, is part of the role, alongside supporting the Trusts sustainability and financial goals.
Education and staff development are integral, as the nurse contributes to the induction and supervision of junior staff and students, fostering a supportive learning environment. They also engage in personal professional development through revalidation and performance reviews.
The nurse supports the delivery of services across multiple locations, contributing to staffing and recruitment efforts to maintain safe staffing levels. They align with the Trusts strategic objectives to improve childrens health and well-being.
Person Specification
Education
Essential
- RN Child (RSCN) / RN Adult
Desirable
- Degree/Diploma in Children's Nursing
- EPLS
- PILs (Paediatric Intermediate Life Support)
Knowledge
Essential
- Knowledge of Child safeguarding
- An understanding of the philosophy of paediatric care and transition of care
Desirable
- Knowledge of handling complaints and clinical incidents
Experience
Essential
- Experience working in a paediatric setting
Person Specification
Education
Essential
- RN Child (RSCN) / RN Adult
Desirable
- Degree/Diploma in Children's Nursing
- EPLS
- PILs (Paediatric Intermediate Life Support)
Knowledge
Essential
- Knowledge of Child safeguarding
- An understanding of the philosophy of paediatric care and transition of care
Desirable
- Knowledge of handling complaints and clinical incidents
Experience
Essential
- Experience working in a 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).
