Job responsibilities
Job Title: Registered Paediatric Nurse
Trust:University Hospital Plymouth NHS Foundation Trust
location:Main
hospitals Plymouth.
Pay Rates:
£17.69
to £28.30
Shift Patterns:
Start
times can range from as early as 7:30am to as late as 7:30pm, with finish
times from 7:30am to 10pm. Earlies, mids and nights. Shifts can be 5 to 12
hours long.
About thetrust: University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust
University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust provides
comprehensive secondary and tertiary healthcare to people across the south west
peninsula. The Trust works within a network of other hospitals to offer a range
of specialist services such as kidney transplant, cardiothoracic surgery and
neonatal intensive care and high-risk obstetrics. As a regional specialist Teaching
Hospital, the Trust also provides comprehensive training and education for a
wide range of healthcare professionals.
Located in Plymouth, enjoy an amazing quality of life, with
the fantastic location by the sea and the dramatic expanse of Dartmoor National
Park as a backdrop. The sheltered waters of Plymouth Sound and adjacent rivers
also offer the perfect location for a huge range of water-based activities from
sailing, paddleboarding, wakeboarding and more.
Why might this job interest you?
Being a paediatric nurse in the NHS is a deeply rewarding role that allows professionals to specialise in caring for children and adolescents. Paediatric nurses play a pivotal role in promoting children's health and well-being, from routine check-ups to managing complex medical conditions. The flexibility in scheduling enables paediatric nurses to balance their professional responsibilities with personal commitments, fostering a healthy work-life balance while delivering high-quality care to their young patients. Building strong relationships with children and their families, and witnessing their recovery and growth, makes paediatric nursing both fulfilling and impactful.
What you can add:
- Co-ordinating with the Paediatric Lead
- Working with patients' families and carers, to discuss the care and condition of the paediatric patient
- Displaying excellent analytical ability and sound decision making in changing clinical situations
- Checking and using specialised equipment such as monitors and ventilators
The role will involve, but not be limited to you performing the above.
What you'll need:
- A minimum of 6 months paid experience in a Paediatric environment within the last 3 years
- Comply with NMC Professional Registration and keep up to date with current nursing practices
- A Paediatric Nursing Degree
*Depending on the Trust, you may require variable additional certification and skills.
The benefits we can offer you in return:(Do not amend please)
Putting People in Places to Care- be part of the NHSP community, by joining the bank and caring for patients with a team of people from all walks of life.
Weekly pay to give you access to your wages more quickly.
Blue Light Card NHS Discount Provider
First choice of shifts/placements at the Trust of your choice over agencies.
Our team is always happy to help - access our support line any time.
Working options to suit your lifestyle - being on the bank gives you the flexibility to work the shifts you want or choose fixed term placements.
Training and development opportunities - via the Trust and NHSPs own academy.
Explore different wards, keep your skills up to date whilst gaining vital experience.
Being part of the NHSP Community means youll get access to member activities such as member of the month, member appreciation week, key date giveaways, webinar series and much more.
Who are NHS Professionals?
NHS Professionals is a flexible staff bank, owned by the Department of Health, our purpose is to provide you with the autonomy to decide when, how, and where you want to work. Supporting your lifestyle and making you feel part of the team and community. Offering you flexible work or alternatively fixed term placements.
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