The Paediatric Assessment Unit is looking for an enthusiastic and dynamic Paediatric Band 5 nurse to join an already established team to help develop the service offered. This currently sees patients referred for clinical assessment and/or treatment of surgical, medical or orthopaedic conditions from various sources, including GPs, A&E, and Community Midwives.
Southend's Paediatric Assessment Unit is a dedicated and friendly team committed to continuous improvements in the service. The Band 5 Nurse will assist the Manager and fellow staff in the provision and maintenance of a seamless service and the highest quality care to patients.
This includes assessing, planning, delivering, and evaluating Paediatric care for children and young people attending the Paediatric Assessment Unit (PAU) from initial attendance through to discharge or admission to the inpatient ward. The Band 5 nurse will have a structured orientation and receive ongoing support to assist with progression within the role.
The appointable applicant will need to be a Registered Nurse Child/Register Sick Children's Nurse.
Main duties of the job The main duties of the Paediatric Band 5 role in PAU include: Assessing, planning, and evaluating safe and competent family-centred care to babies, children, and teenagers throughout the assessment unit. Working as part of the multidisciplinary team ensuring the delivery of a high standard of holistic individualised nursing care. It is an essential requirement that the nurse will take reasonable care of the cleanliness of their working environment, adhere to infection control policies, procedures, and guidelines, particularly ensuring that appropriate hand hygiene practices are used at all times.
The post holder will adhere to the NMC code of Professional Conduct at all times and ensure compliance with hospital policies and procedures, as well as participate in all relevant aspects of the Governance process.
It is expected that the Nurse, as a reflective practitioner, will continue to develop their own capabilities and nursing knowledge in line with the trust's career pathway where education is supported. The Nurse will ensure they maintain an up-to-date portfolio of evidence.
Please note that this role will include working shift patterns including weekends, nights, and bank holidays.
About us Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust is now one of the largest in the country, with a workforce of approximately 15,000 who serve a population of 1.2 million people.
We work together, and in conjunction with MSE Health and Care Partnership, 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.
From facilities through to consultant specialists, we want to be the best. To achieve this, we need to recruit not just those who are the finest in their field but also those who have the potential to be. Yes, experience is important but so is outlook - if you are dynamic, forward-thinking, and enthusiastic, we want you to join us.
We not only offer you a good working environment with flexible working opportunities but also the opportunity to develop your career with access to appropriate training for your job and the support to succeed and progress.
Job description Job responsibilities We look forward to your application. Please refer to the attached Job Description for a full list of responsibilities.
Person Specification Qualifications Essential
NMC registered
Desirable
EPLS/PILS Safeguarding Children Level 3 or equivalent. Nursing degree or working towards a nursing degree
Knowledge and Experience Essential
Recent experience of nursing in an acute Paediatric Setting Demonstrate knowledge of escalation and recognition of a sick deteriorating child Organisation skills (including time management, prioritising own case load, initiative, escalation) Awareness of current Paediatric Nursing issues Can discuss relevant aspects of Governance
Desirable
Experience of working in a Paediatric Assessment/Ambulatory Care facility Demonstrate knowledge of the triage process I.T Skills Phlebotomy and Cannulation Intravenous Administration and Central Venous Access Competent
Personal & People Development Essential
Interest in own professional development.
Desirable
Teaching/mentorship/supervision of junior staff experience
Other Essential
Flexible to work in other areas of the Paediatric Department and MSE Trust Good communication Skills
Employer details Employer name Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust Address Southend Prittlewell Chase Westcliff on Sea SS0 0RY Any attachments will be accessible after you click to apply. 390-WAC-7198-X #J-18808-Ljbffr
Southend's Paediatric Assessment Unit is a dedicated and friendly team committed to continuous improvements in the service. The Band 5 Nurse will assist the Manager and fellow staff in the provision and maintenance of a seamless service and the highest quality care to patients.
This includes assessing, planning, delivering, and evaluating Paediatric care for children and young people attending the Paediatric Assessment Unit (PAU) from initial attendance through to discharge or admission to the inpatient ward. The Band 5 nurse will have a structured orientation and receive ongoing support to assist with progression within the role.
The appointable applicant will need to be a Registered Nurse Child/Register Sick Children's Nurse.
Main duties of the job The main duties of the Paediatric Band 5 role in PAU include: Assessing, planning, and evaluating safe and competent family-centred care to babies, children, and teenagers throughout the assessment unit. Working as part of the multidisciplinary team ensuring the delivery of a high standard of holistic individualised nursing care. It is an essential requirement that the nurse will take reasonable care of the cleanliness of their working environment, adhere to infection control policies, procedures, and guidelines, particularly ensuring that appropriate hand hygiene practices are used at all times.
The post holder will adhere to the NMC code of Professional Conduct at all times and ensure compliance with hospital policies and procedures, as well as participate in all relevant aspects of the Governance process.
It is expected that the Nurse, as a reflective practitioner, will continue to develop their own capabilities and nursing knowledge in line with the trust's career pathway where education is supported. The Nurse will ensure they maintain an up-to-date portfolio of evidence.
Please note that this role will include working shift patterns including weekends, nights, and bank holidays.
About us Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust is now one of the largest in the country, with a workforce of approximately 15,000 who serve a population of 1.2 million people.
We work together, and in conjunction with MSE Health and Care Partnership, 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.
From facilities through to consultant specialists, we want to be the best. To achieve this, we need to recruit not just those who are the finest in their field but also those who have the potential to be. Yes, experience is important but so is outlook - if you are dynamic, forward-thinking, and enthusiastic, we want you to join us.
We not only offer you a good working environment with flexible working opportunities but also the opportunity to develop your career with access to appropriate training for your job and the support to succeed and progress.
Job description Job responsibilities We look forward to your application. Please refer to the attached Job Description for a full list of responsibilities.
Person Specification Qualifications Essential
NMC registered
Desirable
EPLS/PILS Safeguarding Children Level 3 or equivalent. Nursing degree or working towards a nursing degree
Knowledge and Experience Essential
Recent experience of nursing in an acute Paediatric Setting Demonstrate knowledge of escalation and recognition of a sick deteriorating child Organisation skills (including time management, prioritising own case load, initiative, escalation) Awareness of current Paediatric Nursing issues Can discuss relevant aspects of Governance
Desirable
Experience of working in a Paediatric Assessment/Ambulatory Care facility Demonstrate knowledge of the triage process I.T Skills Phlebotomy and Cannulation Intravenous Administration and Central Venous Access Competent
Personal & People Development Essential
Interest in own professional development.
Desirable
Teaching/mentorship/supervision of junior staff experience
Other Essential
Flexible to work in other areas of the Paediatric Department and MSE Trust Good communication Skills
Employer details Employer name Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust Address Southend Prittlewell Chase Westcliff on Sea SS0 0RY Any attachments will be accessible after you click to apply. 390-WAC-7198-X #J-18808-Ljbffr
