Job summary
We have an exciting opportunity for a band 5 registered children's nurse, within 3 months of getting their NMC PIN or an adult trained nurse with significant emergency department experience in a dual department. Come and join our dynamic, forward thinking and highly professional team within the Children and Young Person's Emergency Department at Nottingham University Hospital (NUH).
Nottingham University Hospital is a major trauma centre and as a Children and Young Person's Emergency Department we see 45,000 patients a year. We have recently expanded our paediatric department which includes a purpose built resus area. This offers an improved environment for our patients, parents and staff.
We require you have excellent communication skills, be able to care for unwell children and their families and must be able to work a variety of shifts including nights and weekends.
In return we offer an opportunity for professional development within the team, supported by the education team and senior nurses. You will be encouraged to expand your clinical, management and leadership skills.
Main duties of the job
To be responsible for the assessment of care needs and the development of programmes of care and/or the implementation and evaluation of these programmes tailored to the requirements of individual children/young people.
To carry out nursing procedures and techniques in accordance with agreed policies and standards.
To report to medical and/or senior nursing staff on the condition and progress of children/young people.
To be aware of the need for confidentiality both with the written and spoken word.
To keep abreast of developments in the care and treatment of children/young people in order to be able to carry out your duties competently and efficiently.
About us
With over 19,000 staff, we are one of the biggest employers in the city with a central role in supporting the health and wellbeing of our local population. We play a leading role in research, education and innovation.
Come and join our wonderful team at NUH. We are big believers in diversity and welcome new ideas to help develop our team in order to deliver world class healthcare to the vast patient populations we serve. With endless personal development opportunities available, at NUH we will endeavour to turn your job into a career!
We particularly welcome applications from people who identify as Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic, or Disabled, as we are striving to be better represented at NUH.
Job description
Job responsibilities
In addition to the below summary you need to familiarise yourself with full Job Description and person specification documents attached to this advert.
To assist the Charge Nurse in developing department policies and in the implementation, monitoring and evaluation of all policies and procedures.
To be prepared to take charge of a ward occasionally in the absence of the person who has continuing responsibility, but maintain a similar style of management to ensure continuity.
To comply with Health and Safety policies with particular regard to the rules and procedures carried out in the event of a fire.
To be aware of your role with regard to the Drug Custody and Administration Code of Practice.
To report all accidents and untoward incidents to the Nurse in charge of the Ward.
To assist the Charge Nurse in introducing new members of the staff to their duties.
To supervise newly appointed qualified staff and demonstrate procedures as required.
To support the work of student nurses, reporting their progress to the Charge Nurse.
This role is full internal rotation
Job description
Job responsibilities
In addition to the below summary you need to familiarise yourself with full Job Description and person specification documents attached to this advert.
To assist the Charge Nurse in developing department policies and in the implementation, monitoring and evaluation of all policies and procedures.
To be prepared to take charge of a ward occasionally in the absence of the person who has continuing responsibility, but maintain a similar style of management to ensure continuity.
To comply with Health and Safety policies with particular regard to the rules and procedures carried out in the event of a fire.
To be aware of your role with regard to the Drug Custody and Administration Code of Practice.
To report all accidents and untoward incidents to the Nurse in charge of the Ward.
To assist the Charge Nurse in introducing new members of the staff to their duties.
To supervise newly appointed qualified staff and demonstrate procedures as required.
To support the work of student nurses, reporting their progress to the Charge Nurse.
This role is full internal rotation
Person Specification
Commitment to Trust Values and Behaviours
Essential
- Must be able to demonstrate behaviours consistent with the Trust's behavioural standards
Training & Qualifications
Essential
- Registered nurse child branch - Diploma or Degree in paediatric nursing or be within 3 months of getting NMC PIN
- Registered nurse adult trained with significant experience in dual Emergency Department
Desirable
- Have or willing to undertake a suitable Teaching & Assessing Qualification
- Possession of a Mentoring Course
Experience
Essential
- Supervision of nonregistered staff and students
Desirable
- Previous emergency care experience
Communication and Relationship skills
Essential
- Physically able to perform the full range of nursing duties
- Demonstrate effective written and verbal communication skills
- Demonstrate basic IT skills
- Recognition of own level of competence and limitations and able to communicate these to appropriate staff
Analytical and Judgement skills
Essential
- Demonstrate an ability to prioritise own workload and recognise, prioritise and respond appropriately to urgent and emergency situations
Desirable
- Demonstrate an ability to prioritise workload of self and others
- Demonstrate an ability to supervise and support others
- Demonstrate effective time management skills
Planning and organisation skills
Essential
- Demonstrate an ability to assess, plan, deliver, prioritise and evaluate patient care
- Ability to identify own learning needs
- Demonstrate an understanding of the staff nurse role
Physical Skills
Essential
- Dexterity and accuracy in undertaking clinical skills, use of equipment and documentation
- Competent and capable of using medical equipment Able to undertake patient manual handling manoeuvres and non - patient manual handling manoeuvres
- Must be able to work a full range of shifts including nights, weekends and bank holidays
Other requirements specific to the role (e.g. be able to work shifts/on call)
Essential
- Flexible and adaptable
- Caring Enthusiastic and well - motivated
Person Specification
Commitment to Trust Values and Behaviours
Essential
- Must be able to demonstrate behaviours consistent with the Trust's behavioural standards
Training & Qualifications
Essential
- Registered nurse child branch - Diploma or Degree in paediatric nursing or be within 3 months of getting NMC PIN
- Registered nurse adult trained with significant experience in dual Emergency Department
Desirable
- Have or willing to undertake a suitable Teaching & Assessing Qualification
- Possession of a Mentoring Course
Experience
Essential
- Supervision of nonregistered staff and students
Desirable
- Previous emergency care experience
Communication and Relationship skills
Essential
- Physically able to perform the full range of nursing duties
- Demonstrate effective written and verbal communication skills
- Demonstrate basic IT skills
- Recognition of own level of competence and limitations and able to communicate these to appropriate staff
Analytical and Judgement skills
Essential
- Demonstrate an ability to prioritise own workload and recognise, prioritise and respond appropriately to urgent and emergency situations
Desirable
- Demonstrate an ability to prioritise workload of self and others
- Demonstrate an ability to supervise and support others
- Demonstrate effective time management skills
Planning and organisation skills
Essential
- Demonstrate an ability to assess, plan, deliver, prioritise and evaluate patient care
- Ability to identify own learning needs
- Demonstrate an understanding of the staff nurse role
Physical Skills
Essential
- Dexterity and accuracy in undertaking clinical skills, use of equipment and documentation
- Competent and capable of using medical equipment Able to undertake patient manual handling manoeuvres and non - patient manual handling manoeuvres
- Must be able to work a full range of shifts including nights, weekends and bank holidays
Other requirements specific to the role (e.g. be able to work shifts/on call)
Essential
- Flexible and adaptable
- Caring Enthusiastic and well - motivated
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).
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).