Willow ward is a 26 bedded general paediatric ward caring for children aged 0-16 years with a variety of medical, surgical and orthopaedic conditions.

We are seeking experienced Registered Children's Nurses to compliment the team on our general paediatric ward Willow, A vacancy has arisen for Band 6 Registered Children's Nurses to join our current team of Band 6 nurses in order to provide senior nursing leadership to Willow .

If you are an Internationally Educated Nurse and are interested in applying for this role, you will need to have submitted your registration for your Paediatric NMC pin. If you have applied for an Adult NMC pin, unfortunately we cannot consider you for this role.

Main duties of the job

We are seeking experienced Paediatric nurses to work in this area and aid us in the development and care of children and young people who require enhanced nursing care.

The successful applicant will need to have:

A commitment to caring for sick children and leading the nursing team in advancing paediatric practice

First level registration with the NMC as a Children's Nurse

Experience in an acute paediatric clinical setting

A specific area of interest in an acute paediatric nursing setting.

A commitment to continuing to develop your own professional development

About us

We are committed to being an inclusive and diverse employer. We strive to employ people who reflect the communities we serve, and aim to create an inclusive culture where everyone can reach their full potential. Whatever your race, ethnicity, belief, generation, sexual orientation, gender or gender identity, disability or experience, you'll appreciate the opportunities we give you to work in an inclusive atmosphere. We welcome applications from people of diverse backgrounds, perspectives and experiences to build on the progress we've achieved to make our Trust diverse and the best place to work. We celebrate the diversity of thought, viewpoints and ideas that help us overcome challenges and embrace new possibilities. We have signed the Armed Forces Covenant Pledge and have a commitment to the Armed Forces Community.

If you are considering applying for a role, please be aware that as an NHS Employee you may have contact with vulnerable service users. We strongly encourage that all our staff are vaccinated against COVID-19 and are vaccinated annually against Flu, in order to protect the health and safety of our staff and patients. Your commitment will help us to put the safety and care of our patients first, as well as helping us to protect you and your colleagues.

Job description

Job responsibilities

As a member of the Band 6 Nurse Co-ordinator team, you will be in charge of Willow on a shift by shift basis throughout the 24 hr period, working closely with and supporting the Band 6 and Band 5 nurses. You will be supported in this role by a Senior Sister, Matron and Practice Development Nurses, and work closely with the Consultant of the week, to ensure your nursing leadership provides a high standard of nursing care, patient safety and experience throughout the 24 hr period.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Registration as a children's nurse on the NMC register
• Practice Assessor / Practice Supervisor
• Committed to personal professional development and evidence of further study
• Diploma or degree
• PALS/EPLS

Desirable

• oCannulation /phlebotomy skills

Experience

Essential

• oAt least five years experience working in an acute paediatric care environment
• oPrevious management experience
• oCommitted to developing role as Sister/Charge Nurse
• oWilling to take charge of the ward/PAU and deputise for the Senior Sister/Charge Nurse
• oIn depth knowledge of child protection

Desirable

• oExperience of other care settings

Skills

Essential

• oTeaching skills
• oGood communicator both written and verbally
• oAbility to work as part of a team and on own

Desirable

• oAble to see a clear career plan for self

Employer details

Employer name

Dartford and Gravesham NHS Trust

Address

Darent Valley Hospital

Darenth Wood road

Dartford

DA2 8DA

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252- 6737634