Paediatric Respite Nurse

2 months ago


Gloucester, Gloucestershire, United Kingdom James Hopkins Trust Full time
About the Role

We are seeking a highly skilled and compassionate Paediatric Respite Nurse to join our team at James Hopkins Trust. As a Paediatric Respite Nurse, you will play a vital role in providing high-quality care to children with complex needs and their families.

Key Responsibilities
  • Actively encourage a family atmosphere at Kites Corner, promoting a sense of community and belonging among children and families.
  • Recognize the skills and experience of families in meeting the individual care needs of their child, working in partnership with them to provide holistic care.
  • Ensure all medication is accurately and safely administered, recorded, and stored, maintaining the highest standards of infection control and safety.
  • Provide total care to children during the agreed period of respite, identifying and following their care routine and established pattern of care.
  • Attend, as necessary, multi-professional meetings or similar for the child and family, liaising with other relevant professionals as appropriate.
  • Facilitate outings, play, and activity that is appropriate to the age and development needs of the child, promoting their physical, emotional, and social well-being.
  • Maintain confidential, accurate, and timely records, adhering to James Hopkins Trust's policies and procedures.
  • Ensure professional boundaries are maintained, and due attention is paid to confidentiality, privacy, and dignity at all times.
Requirements
  • Registered Children's Nurse (RNC) or RN with Paediatric Experience (RGN/RSCN) and live entry on the NMC Register.
  • Good interpersonal skills, ability to maintain boundaries, and flexible approach to working on own initiative.
  • Competent in drug calculations, willingness to learn, and undertake appropriate training.
  • Proven experience of communicating sensitively in challenging situations with patients and families.
Desirable Qualifications and Experience
  • Paediatric palliative care qualification.
  • Experience as a shift coordinator.
  • Team mentoring/supervision experience.
  • Experience undertaking audits to assess clinical practice and record keeping.
  • PECS/Makaton awareness.
  • Awareness of related voluntary and statutory organizations.
Other Requirements
  • Ability to travel independently around Gloucestershire.
  • Ability to work rotational shifts, including nights and weekend work.
  • Ability and willingness to undergo further appropriate training.
  • Commitment to equality, diversity, and inclusion.


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