Occupational Therapy Assistant

3 weeks ago


Tunbridge Wells, Kent, United Kingdom Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells NHS Trust Full time
Job Overview

We are seeking a highly motivated and dynamic Registered Children's Nurse to join our Paediatric Emergency Department as a Sister/Charge Nurse on a 6-month fixed contract. As a key member of our team, you will be responsible for leading shifts, managing staff, and providing high-quality patient care.

Main Duties of the Job

The department is led by a Matron and supported by a Practice Development Nurse. You will join a dedicated team of experienced and motivated paediatric nurses, PEM consultant, and Paediatric Consultants available at peak times. Our Emergency Department offers an educationally focused environment that allows nurses to professionally grow and develop a vast repertoire of clinical skills and theoretical knowledge.

Working for Our Organisation

Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells NHS Trust is a large acute hospital trust in the south-east of England. We provide a full range of general hospital services and some aspects of specialist and complex care to around 600,000 people living in west Kent and East Sussex. We have a team of over 8,000 full and part-time staff and are committed to developing a culture where everyone can reach their full potential with opportunities to grow and develop their career.

Person Specification

Qualifications

  • Registered Nurse (Child) with Nursing & Midwifery Council
  • Mentorship Qualification
  • Relevant specialist course or equivalent experience
  • Experience of leading shifts in the Emergency or Acute Paediatric Department

Experience/Knowledge

  • Extensive experience within acute Paediatric speciality
  • Knowledge of quality, standard setting, benchmarking and audit
  • Knowledge of NMC Code of Professional Conduct
  • Extensive knowledge of speciality

Skills

  • Organisation and management skills
  • Teaching
  • Ability to lead a team
  • Articulate with advanced written and oral communication skills
  • Ability to work effectively under pressure
  • Ability to problem-solve
  • Ability to perform clinical activities specific to speciality
  • Competency in medication administration including IV drugs
  • IT skills including use of email and office packages


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