Job summary We are looking for band 5 Paediatric trained nurses or soon to qualify students to join our enthusiastic and friendly department and become part of our supportive family.
If you are a Registered Children's Nurse or a student soon to qualify with a positive attitude to ensuring children receive the best possible care, we'd love to hear from you.
Paediatric Nursing is varied and extremely rewarding.
Working with us will provide both newly qualified and experienced nurses with a broad range of skills and experiences which will help in your career progression.
Buckinghamshire NHS trust We provide all new starters with a robust induction programme and we have Practice Development Nurses on hand providing 1 -1 teaching and support in identifying your professional development needs.
Main duties of the job Staff nurses in the paediatric unit have the opportunity to care for children aged 0-16 working alongside the MDT.
You are responsible for the assessment of care needs and the development, implementation or evaluation of programmes of care.
When deemed competent, is designated to take charge of the ward/area and provide an effective professional and managerial leadership focus in the absence of the ward manager.
Is expected to carry out all relevant forms of care, maintaining a high standard of nursing care within the framework of Trust policies.
Supervises qualified and unqualified staff.
Teaches qualified and unqualified staff including pre registration and post registration Responsibilities to deliver Patient Care.
About us Listen to why colleagues think we are a great place to work!
- What does Buckinghamshire Healthcare NHS Trust offer you?
As part of our BHT family, you'll benefit from learning and development opportunities to support your career progression.
We offer flexible and agile workingopportunities,alongside your NHS benefits ofgenerous annual leave entitlement, pension andaccess toNHS discount schemes.
We provide a range of health and wellbeing services to promote a healthy, happy workforce.
Why work for us?
We'recommitted to promoting inclusion and making sure all colleagues feel they belong.
We encourage new colleagues from a diverse range of backgrounds to apply.
As an employer, we aim to create a workplace where differences are valued and colleagues treat one another with dignity and respect.
Greater diversity withinourBHT familyimprovespositive outcomes for the people and communities we serve.
What do we stand for?
Our vision is to provide outstanding care, support healthy communities and be a great place to work.
Our mission is to provide personal and compassionate care every time.
Our CARE values are collaborate, aspire, respect and enable.
Job description Job responsibilities For a comprehensive list of responsibilities and duties, please kindly refer to the Job Description and Person Specification by downloading the JD and PS attachment in the advert.
Person Specification Skills, Abilities & Knowledge Essential Knowledge of evidence based practice Basic IT skills Ability to produce clear legible written reports in English Self-motivated and optimistic approach to work Knowledge of current issues in children's nursing/Urgent Care Accurate basic arithmetic skills, for purposes of calculating drugs and fluids.
Ability to communicate clearly & effectively in spoken English Desirable Ability to supervise others Competency in IV drug administration.
Experience Essential Experience of working within a team without supervision.
Experience of resolving conflict and disputes, in a non-confrontational manner Desirable Experience in emergency care Experience teaching colleagues / parents EDUCATION, QUALIFICATIONS & TRAINING Essential Registered Children's Nurse or Registered Adult Nurse Evidence of continuous professional development Desirable MSPP or equivalent Level 2 Child Protection APLS