Paediatric Staff Nurse ED - London

Job overview

We are currently recruiting Band 5 Paediatric nurses, to work within our Paediatric Emergency Department.

We are looking for someone who is motivated and possesses excellent interpersonal and communication skills along with the ability to work within a multidisciplinary team within the fast pace environment of Accident & Emergency. We are looking for passionate and enthusiastic individuals committed to excellent patient experience and care, to join our team.

The Paediatric Emergency Department is a busy, challenging and rewarding department .We are a vibrant and social department working in a fantastic area close to all the amenities of central London.

PILS, Trauma, Mentorship, APLS, A&E course, Stabilisation of the unwell child course as well as in house training days eg; venepuncture and cannulation with regular simulation teaching from our dedicated education doctors.

**Relevant Paediatric experience required**

• Maintain high standards of patient care
• To acquire competency in basic nursing skills for ED
• To ensure the safety of patients in accordance with local and national safeguarding procedures
• Be proactive in maintaining local and national Quality Indicators for ED
• Ensure the accurate documentation of patient care in notes
• To assist in the admission, transfer and discharge of patients in accordance with local policy
• To participate in the monitoring of standards of care and other quality initiatives in a positive manner
• To maintain awareness of and comply with Trust policies and protocols at all times
• To work effectively within the MDT in order to achieve desired outcomes for patients and their families
• To encourage and support student nurses on placement in ED
• Be accountable for your actions at all times
• Be active in maintaining an harmonious working environment
• To develop into the role of a triage nurse, utilising advanced skills of assessment, prioritisation, decision-making, risk management and communication skills
• Being responsible for the security and maintenance of ED equipment; helping to ensure that all equipment is in safe working order in conjunction with the Lead Nurse
• Be actively involved in quality improvement projects in the department
• To work within own scope of practice and recognise limitations
• Respond to incidents and complaints as they arise, reporting to senior members of the team as appropriate

Working for our organisation

Chelsea and Westminster Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is one of England's top-performing and safest trusts. We operate two main acute hospital sites—Chelsea and Westminster Hospital and West Middlesex University Hospital—along with award-winning clinics across North West London.

Our nearly 7,500 staff care for a diverse population of 1.5 million, providing full clinical services, including maternity, A&E, and children’s services, plus specialist HIV and sexual health clinics. The Care Quality Commission rates us 'Good' in safety, effectiveness, care, and responsiveness, and 'Outstanding' in leadership and resource use.

We continually invest in our facilities, including a £30m expansion of critical care at Chelsea and Westminster and an £80m Ambulatory Diagnostic Centre at West Middlesex.

We value the unique perspectives and experiences that diverse teams bring and are committed to creating an environment where all voices are heard, respected, and empowered to succeed."

If you haven’t heard from us within three weeks of the closing date, your application was likely unsuccessful. Employment is subject to a six-month probationary period.

Some roles may require weekend shifts at multiple sites.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

• Develop, practice and expand own general and specialist nursing skills.
• Work with colleagues to ensure high standards of nursing care in the department.
• Maintain high standards of professional and ethical responsibility, and be aware of medico-legal aspects of the emergency department.

Person specification

Education & Qualifications

• Registered Childrens Nurse
• Level 3 Safeguarding

• PILS certificate or proof of up-to-date BLS
• Mentoring/Assessing qualification or willingness to undertake.

Experience

• Paediatric Nurse

• Evidence of further study.

Skills and Knowledge

• IV competent

• The closing date given is a guide only. There may be some occasions when we have to close a vacancy once sufficient applications have been received. You are therefore advised to submit your application as early as possible to avoid disappointment.
• Please check your emails regularly as this is how we will communicate with you throughout the recruitment process.
• If you have not heard from us within 3 weeks after the closing date, we regret that this usually means your application was not successful.
• In submitting an application, you authorise the Trust to confirm any previous NHS service details via the Inter Authority Transfer (IAT) process, should you be appointed to the post.
• During the recruitment process your identity documentation (ie passport, driving licence, visa etc) will be scanned using a device which recognises UV, infrared and machine-readable zone security features of the documents provided.
• Employment at the Trust is offered subject to successful completion of a six month probationary period.