Job summary
We are expanding our team and looking for enthusiastic Registered Nurses to join our Paediatric Emergency Department. Ours is an evolving and continuously developing service which sees a wide array of presentations from injuries to acute illness.
As a dynamic individual with good interpersonal and communication skills, this is an exciting development opportunity for you work as part of our team, to gain experience and skills where no two days are the same. We offer a structured orientation and on-going support to assist in your onward progression.
If you are passionate about service development and delivering safe, holistic and excellent care, please apply.
If you would like to discuss any details of this application or come and meet some of the team please get in contact using the details provided.
May close early due to number of applications
Main duties of the job
You will assist our friendly multi-disciplinary team in the provision and maintenance of a seamless service, giving high-quality care to patients whilst contributing to the reduction of healthcare acquired infection. As a reflective practitioner, we will support you in developing your own capabilities and nursing knowledge.
As a Paediatric Emergency paediatric nurse you will work closely with the Paediatric Assessment Unit (PAU) which located on the paediatric ward whilst also maintaining a close working relationship with the wider Paediatric Directorate, including Neptune Ward and the Ambulatory Service
About us
Our ambition is to deliver excellent local and specialist services, to improve the health and well being of our patients, and provide a vibrant place for staff to develop, innovate and build careers.
We aim to make the most of our skills and experiences so we can become the best we can be. As one organisation we will recruit the finest and retain more specialist staff due to more employment opportunities across our Trust
Job description
Job responsibilities
Are you looking for an exciting Paediatric Emergency Department - Registered Nurse role using your unique qualities, then we want to hear from you.
For full details about this varied and rewarding role, please see attached job description.
We look forward to your application.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Are you looking for an exciting Paediatric Emergency Department - Registered Nurse role using your unique qualities, then we want to hear from you.
For full details about this varied and rewarding role, please see attached job description.
We look forward to your application.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Nurse with current entry on the NMC register.
Desirable
- Current PILS or EPALS certificate or willingness to undertake in the future
- Evidence of post qualification study
- Trained to administer IV therapy peripherally
- Phlebotomy/skin closure/cannulation/plastering competency
Knowledge & experience
Essential
- Experience of working in a emergency and/or paediatric department setting
- Experience or awareness of child protection issues
Desirable
- Experience of working with a paediatric emergency department/6 months acute nursing experience.
- Evidence of supervising/managing junior members of staff/HCA's
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Nurse with current entry on the NMC register.
Desirable
- Current PILS or EPALS certificate or willingness to undertake in the future
- Evidence of post qualification study
- Trained to administer IV therapy peripherally
- Phlebotomy/skin closure/cannulation/plastering competency
Knowledge & experience
Essential
- Experience of working in a emergency and/or paediatric department setting
- Experience or awareness of child protection issues
Desirable
- Experience of working with a paediatric emergency department/6 months acute nursing experience.
- Evidence of supervising/managing junior members of staff/HCA's
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).
