Job summary
Paediatric Nurse
Full Time & Part Time hours available - Permanent
£24,907 to £30,615 Per Annum
Closing Date: 23rd June 2021
Interview Date: 7th July 2021
This post may close early due to high numbers of applicationsso you are advised to apply promptly.
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A great and friendly place to work, so bring your passion, commitment and expertiseand enjoy the opportunities to make a difference every day.
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Main duties of the job
- Undertake and documents a comprehensive, systematic and accurate nursing assessment of the physical social and spiritual needs of the patients where appropriate.
- Creates and utilizes opportunities to promote health and well-being of patients in their care.
- Leads a nursing team to manage a group of patients throughout a shift.
- Working within the NMC Guidelines and Trust Policies recognising ones own abilities and limitations.
- Maintain a good standard of communication with the multi-disciplinary team and respect the confidentiality of patients, relatives and colleagues..
- Responsible for the assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of nursing care for a specified group of patients.
About us
Here at George Eliot our vision to excel at patient care takes centre stage. An ever evolving clinically-led acute service provider we are on a journey to continually provide high quality, safe and responsive services delivered by inspiring, friendly and compassionate staff who share our corporate values which underpin everything we do. Our values are not just words on a piece of paper, they bond us together, reflect our ambition and shape who we are:
Effective Open Communication
excellence and safety in everything we do
Challenge but support
Expect respect and dignity
Local health that inspires confidence
Benefits:On-site nursery, 27 days minimum annual leave plus bank holidays, cycle to work scheme, flexible working, on-site discounted gym, extensive in-house course learning directory, buying and selling of annual leave, subsidised restaurant, tranquillity garden and generous subsidised on-site parking.
Job description
Job responsibilities
A exciting opportunity for a Band 5 nurse has arisen at the George Eliot Hospital. The successful candidate will rotate between the Childrens Assessment Unit and Special Care Baby Unit, with support and training provided to aid your professional development.
This role is suitable for both newly qualified nurses, and experienced nurses wishing to broaden their experience. We welcome informal discussions and applications from both paediatric and adult nurses.
We provide a childrens assessment and observation unit within the footprint of the Emergency Department. Paediatric day surgery and a range of outpatient clinics allow our staff to develop great all round knowledge and experience.
The Special Care Baby Unit can accommodate 12 babies providing neonatal care to babies born prematurely or sick. We have facilities to provide stabilisation and short-term intensive and high dependency care and work as part of the West Midlands Neonatal Operational Delivery Network. We support neonatal nurses to gain a post-registration qualification in neonatal critical care, with a clinical placement in a Neonatal Intensive Care Unit.
We are a strong and inclusive team, and encourage staff to play a role in the improvement of our service to benefit our patients and staff with our multidisciplinary shared-decision making council.
This is a fantastic opportunity to develop your expertise in multiple specialties, and ideal for a nurse who is flexible, enthusiastic and passionate about caring for sick children. It is essential that you have excellent clinical and communication skills, a positive attitude and the ability to assess, plan and manage the care of patients.
There are excellent opportunities for professional development, relevant in-house and external training. The paediatric service is undergoing a period of transformation with investment in both the medical and nursing workforce. This includes the introduction of paediatric and neonatal practice development roles. In conjunction with our team of advanced nurse practitioners and specialist nurses, the practice development team will ensure new team members are supported to develop the skills and knowledge required to EXCEL in their role.
Please find attached job description for further details.
Job description
Job responsibilities
A exciting opportunity for a Band 5 nurse has arisen at the George Eliot Hospital. The successful candidate will rotate between the Childrens Assessment Unit and Special Care Baby Unit, with support and training provided to aid your professional development.
This role is suitable for both newly qualified nurses, and experienced nurses wishing to broaden their experience. We welcome informal discussions and applications from both paediatric and adult nurses.
We provide a childrens assessment and observation unit within the footprint of the Emergency Department. Paediatric day surgery and a range of outpatient clinics allow our staff to develop great all round knowledge and experience.
The Special Care Baby Unit can accommodate 12 babies providing neonatal care to babies born prematurely or sick. We have facilities to provide stabilisation and short-term intensive and high dependency care and work as part of the West Midlands Neonatal Operational Delivery Network. We support neonatal nurses to gain a post-registration qualification in neonatal critical care, with a clinical placement in a Neonatal Intensive Care Unit.
We are a strong and inclusive team, and encourage staff to play a role in the improvement of our service to benefit our patients and staff with our multidisciplinary shared-decision making council.
This is a fantastic opportunity to develop your expertise in multiple specialties, and ideal for a nurse who is flexible, enthusiastic and passionate about caring for sick children. It is essential that you have excellent clinical and communication skills, a positive attitude and the ability to assess, plan and manage the care of patients.
There are excellent opportunities for professional development, relevant in-house and external training. The paediatric service is undergoing a period of transformation with investment in both the medical and nursing workforce. This includes the introduction of paediatric and neonatal practice development roles. In conjunction with our team of advanced nurse practitioners and specialist nurses, the practice development team will ensure new team members are supported to develop the skills and knowledge required to EXCEL in their role.
Please find attached job description for further details.
Person Specification
Qualifications and Professional Training
Essential
- Current Professional Registration
- First level degree or willingness to undertake
- Evidence of continuous professional development
- RN Child/RN Adult
Desirable
- Mentor and assessing training
- PILS/NLS Provider
Experience and Knowledge
Essential
- Current professional clinical experience
- A knowledgeable clinician with the ability to apply evidence based practice
- Knowledge of professional policies and procedures
- A good understanding of current issues relating to the NHS
Desirable
- Experience within the specialty
- Ability to manage a team
- Experience of research and audit
- Resource Management
Personal Qualities
Essential
- Enthusiastic
- Ability to achieve goals and meet deadlines
- Frequently be able to deal with patients and relatives during distressing situations
- Ability to manage difficult situations/conflict effectively
- Deal with the emotional stress arising
Other
Essential
- To be able to apply normal care and attention throughout the shift. To deal with competing demands for attention
Person Specification
Qualifications and Professional Training
Essential
- Current Professional Registration
- First level degree or willingness to undertake
- Evidence of continuous professional development
- RN Child/RN Adult
Desirable
- Mentor and assessing training
- PILS/NLS Provider
Experience and Knowledge
Essential
- Current professional clinical experience
- A knowledgeable clinician with the ability to apply evidence based practice
- Knowledge of professional policies and procedures
- A good understanding of current issues relating to the NHS
Desirable
- Experience within the specialty
- Ability to manage a team
- Experience of research and audit
- Resource Management
Personal Qualities
Essential
- Enthusiastic
- Ability to achieve goals and meet deadlines
- Frequently be able to deal with patients and relatives during distressing situations
- Ability to manage difficult situations/conflict effectively
- Deal with the emotional stress arising
Other
Essential
- To be able to apply normal care and attention throughout the shift. To deal with competing demands for attention
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).
