Part time - 30 hours per week
12 months fixed term contract
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a highly motivated, hardworking, and enthusiastic Registered Paediatric Nurse to join the Family Health Division as a Paediatric Sister/Charge Nurse within the Paediatric Urgent and Emergency Care Centre (UECC).We are seeking a dynamic individual who thrives in a fast-paced and demanding environment. The ideal candidate will have sound clinical knowledge, excellent communication and leadership skills, and the ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team.
You will work closely with the wider hospital team to ensure the delivery of a high standard of care to all patients, while also playing a key role in motivating and role-modelling best practices.This role offers the opportunity to implement and drive improvements and initiatives, supporting service development and ensuring that patient care is continually enhanced. If you are passionate about making a difference and are eager to contribute to a progressive and patient-focused environment, we would love to hear from you.
As a Sister/Charge Nurse in the Paediatric Urgent and Emergency Care Centre (UECC), you will be responsible for establishing and maintaining effective communication with various individuals and groups, often addressing complex and potentially stressful topics in a range of situations. You will actively engage in developing your knowledge and practice through continuing professional development opportunities, including face-to-face teaching and e-learning.
Ensuring the health, safety, and security of yourself and others within your work area is a key aspect of the role. Additionally, you will contribute to the development of services and a commitment to promoting equality, diversity, and the rights of all individuals is essential.In this role, you will assess and address the complex and evolving health and wellbeing needs of patients in the department. You will also be responsible for developing practice to meet individual health and wellbeing needs while leading others in expanding their knowledge, ideas, and work practices. Engaging in research and development is an important aspect of continuous improvement in patient care.
You must have the ability to manage an unpredictable and rapidly changing clinical environment, where priorities frequently shift, and patient numbers are not capped. This includes responding to emergency situations such as cardiac arrests and fire safety incidents, ensuring that care is delivered effectively even under high-pressure conditions.
Please see the attached job description and person specification for full details of the role and responsibilities.