Job summary
By joining us you can look forward to a choice of flexible Bank shifts across any of our client Trusts in England, as well as the ability to develop professionally and gain experience in several wards or areas.
Main duties of the job
What you will be responsible for
1. Co-ordinating with the Paediatric Lead Working with patients' families and carers, to discuss the care and condition of the paediatric patient.
2. Displaying excellent analytical ability and sound decision making in changing clinical situations.
3. Checking and using specialised equipment such as monitors and ventilators.
About us
Here at NHS Professionals, we run England'slargest NHS staff bank and are experts at putting people in places to care.Every year we help thousands of dedicated and highly skilled NHS workers enjoybetter career opportunities, more flexible shifts, and a healthier work-lifebalance across our partnered Trusts.
Career Progression access to Learning & Development opportunities, so thatyou can take on new roles and challenges.
Work-life Balance flexible shifts, committed shifts, wellbeing resources andbuild paid annual leave.
Opportunity &Access over 50 partner NHSTrusts to give you the flexibility of choice to work how and where you want.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Job Title: - Registered Paediatric Nurse
Trust : - West Hertfordshire Hospitals NHS Trust
Location : - Hemel Hemsptead,St Albans & Watford
Pay Rates: - £ to £ Per hour.
Trust Info : -
West Hertfordshire Hospitals NHS Trust provides acute hospital-based and specialist healthcare services to around half a million people living in Hertfordshire, north London and further afield. The Trust was the first hospital in Europe to treat patients with Puritan Bennett 980 ventilators, a type of ventilator that helps patients to breathe more naturally and recover more quickly. Hertfordshire has the best of both worlds, surrounded by beautiful countryside.
Why might this job interest you?
Being a general nurse in the NHS is a versatile and impactful role that spans across various healthcare settings, from hospitals to community clinics. It involves providing comprehensive care to patients of all ages and backgrounds, addressing both acute medical needs and long-term health management. The flexibility in scheduling allows general nurses to balance their professional responsibilities with personal commitments, ensuring they can deliver compassionate and effective care while maintaining a healthy work-life balance.
What you can add:
4. Co-ordinating with the Paediatric Lead
5. Working with patients' families and carers, to discuss the care and condition of the paediatric patient
6. Displaying excellent analytical ability and sound decision making in changing clinical situations
7. Checking and using specialised equipment such as monitors and ventilators
The role will involve, but not be limited to you performing the above.
What youll need:
8. A minimum of 6 months paid experience in an Paediatric hospital environment within the last 3 years
9. Comply with NMC Professional Registration and keep up to date with current nursing practices
10. A Paediatric Nursing Degree
11. A Paediatric Nursing Degree
*Depending on the Trust, you may require variable additional certification and skills.
The benefits we can offer you in return:
12. Putting People in Places to Care be part of the NHSP community, by joining the bank and caring for patients with a team of people from all walks of life.
13. Weekly pay to give you access to your wages more quickly.
14. Blue Light Card NHS Discount Provider
15. First choice of shifts/placements at the Trust of your choice over agencies.
16. Our team is always happy to help- access our support line any time.
17. Working options to suit your lifestylebeing on the bank gives you the flexibility to work the shifts you want or choose fixed term placements.
18. Training and development opportunitiesvia the Trust and NHSPs own academy.
19. Explore different wards,keep your skills up to date whilst gaining vital experience.
20. Being part of the NHSP Communitymeans youll get access to member activities such as member of the month, member appreciation week, key date giveaways, webinar series and much more.
Who are NHS Professionals?
NHS Professionals is a flexible staff bank, owned by the Department of Health, our purpose is to provide you with the autonomy to decide when, how, and where you want to work. Supporting your lifestyle and making you feel part of the team and community. Offering you flexible work or alternatively fixed term placements.
Apply Today
By joining us you can look forward to a choice of flexible Bank shifts or fixed term placements across any of our client Trusts in England.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
21. Comply with NMC Professional Registration and keep up to date with current nursing practices.
22. A Paediatric Nursing Degree
Experience
Essential
23. A minimum of 6 months paid experience in a Paediatric environment within the last 3 years.
24. In addition to experience, all Registered Nurse roles will be required to provide evidence of
25. Statement of NMC Registration
26. Degree /Diploma in Nursing