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Senior Pediatric Emergency Nurse

3 months ago


London, Greater London, United Kingdom Whittington Hospital NHS Trust Full time

Position Overview

Band 6 - Senior Pediatric Emergency Nurse

Employment Type - Permanent

Available Shifts - Full-Time & Part-Time

Are you a skilled and dedicated pediatric emergency nurse? We are seeking an individual who embodies a positive mindset and demonstrates a compassionate approach to patient care.

We are committed to fostering your professional growth by enhancing your clinical expertise through mentorship from our experienced pediatric nursing team. Opportunities for advanced training include APLS, HDU courses, leadership development, and various engaging in-house training sessions covering topics such as mental health, plastering techniques, and triage skills.

Our organization prides itself on being a leading healthcare provider, dedicated to delivering exceptional patient care while meeting national quality standards in emergency services.

Key Responsibilities

For a comprehensive understanding of the role, please refer to the detailed job description and person specification. If you encounter difficulties accessing the document, the essential responsibilities are outlined in the 'Detailed Job Description and Main Responsibilities' section.

About Our Organization

Whittington Hospital NHS Trust serves a diverse community and is committed to ensuring equitable access to healthcare services. We strive to create a workforce that reflects this diversity, valuing differences in age, disability, gender, marital status, pregnancy and maternity, race, sexual orientation, and religious beliefs. As a public sector entity, we recognize our responsibility to implement recruitment, training, and promotion practices that are sensitive to these differences, ultimately enhancing our ability to serve our patients and creating a supportive work environment.

Primary Duties

Clinical Responsibilities

  • Evaluate pediatric patients upon arrival and prioritize their clinical needs, ensuring efficient care delivery.
  • Guide and supervise junior staff and students, equipping them with the necessary knowledge and resources for effective patient care.
  • Maintain clear communication with nursing, medical, and ancillary staff.
  • Administer medications safely in accordance with established policies and guidelines.
  • Uphold high standards of patient care and contribute to quality improvement initiatives.
  • Ensure the privacy and dignity of young patients throughout their treatment.
  • Develop a specialized area of clinical interest to enhance care services for children and their families.
  • Provide a welcoming and secure environment for pediatric patients, ensuring separation from adult areas as per national guidelines.
  • Continuously update clinical knowledge and skills, including advanced clinical roles through appropriate training.
  • Facilitate safe discharge processes, collaborating with relevant healthcare professionals based on individual patient needs.
  • Support children and their families, directing them to appropriate services as necessary.
  • Identify child protection concerns and refer to the appropriate multidisciplinary team members.

Managerial Responsibilities

  • Organize personal workload and assist junior staff in managing their responsibilities.
  • Serve as a role model, mentor, and preceptor for junior staff and students.
  • Ensure adherence to nursing procedures and policies, reporting any changes in patient conditions.
  • Occasionally take charge of a group of pediatric patients.
  • Communicate any departmental activities affecting patient care to the shift leader or lead nurse.
  • Stay informed about clinical and professional developments in nursing, participating in audits and quality initiatives.
  • Contribute to the development and implementation of new initiatives and nursing practices.
  • Report incidents and complaints to the pediatric lead nurse or shift leader, completing necessary documentation.
  • Assist in investigating complaints as required.
  • Help manage departmental resources efficiently, being mindful of budgetary considerations.

Qualifications and Skills

Essential

  • Registered Nurse (Paediatric)
  • Mentorship qualification (or willingness to pursue)
  • PILS certification

Desirable

  • Emergency Nursing Course
  • BSc or in progress
  • APLS certification
  • Other leadership training

Skills & Abilities

Essential

  • Ability to collaborate effectively within a team
  • Capability to manage personal workload and supervise junior staff
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills
  • Proficiency in IV drug administration, cannulation, and phlebotomy
  • Skills in triage and initial patient assessment
  • Experience in plastering and wound closure
  • Adaptability to fluctuating workloads

Desirable

  • Experience in managing a department under supervision or in the absence of a senior

Knowledge & Experience

Essential

  • Experience sufficient to complete core competencies in emergency nursing
  • Experience working independently in Triage, Urgent Care/Minors, and Resus
  • Understanding of child safeguarding principles
  • Experience in shift management and staff appraisal

Personal Qualities

Essential

  • Professional appearance
  • Exemplary professional demeanor
  • Strong attendance record
  • Genuine interest in Emergency Nursing
  • Ability to embody Trust Values