University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust is delighted to offer a fantastic opportunity to work with us.
Please see below for detailed job description of the role.
Main duties of the job
******Please note this vacancy is for Paediatric Student Nurses who have recently qualified or are due to qualify before the end of March 2025********
If you are a passionate paediatric student nurse we welcome your application to join our rapidly-advancing Trust.
Having recently undertaken an ambitious £5.1m project to build our very own state-of-the-art children's emergency and trauma department, Southampton Children's Hospital is at the forefront of paediatric healthcare.
Our dedicated children's hospital hosts a range of specialist paediatric services. This means that you have huge variety in the people you work with, the patients you see and the career pathways on offer to you.
At UHS, we're guided by our values of putting patients first, always improving and working together. So if you're dedicated to patient care, inspired to make progressive improvements, and a great collaborator we'd love you to join us.
About us
As one of the largest acute teaching Trusts in England, we offer learning and development opportunities to help you achieve the career you aspire to. UHS is rated 'Good' by the CQC and in the latest national NHS Staff Survey, we were in the top 10 acute trusts for staff engagement and for staff recommending the hospital as a place to work or receive care.
All non-clinical roles may involve a mixture of on site and remote working. Specific details and flexible working options can be discussed as part of the interview process. UHS employees are able to access a range of NHS discounts, are entitled to a minimum of 35 days paid holiday (pro rata), and we offer a generous pension scheme.
Southampton is an attractive place to live and work situated on the south coast, with an international airport and direct trains to London. The New Forest National Park and beaches of the Jurassic coast are also right on our doorstep. The city offers living costs 20% lower than London and 14 schools rated outstanding by Ofsted.
Job description
Job responsibilities
SUPPORT FOR YOU
To give you the strongest start in your career, we offer a comprehensive two-week induction and a well-supported preceptorship programme. There are plenty of opportunities to grow your career and take the lead as you progress, and we're committed to supporting all our staff in achieving their personal and professional ambitions.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Please note that this advert is specifically for newly qualified paediatric nurses. If you have completed a dual field programme (child/adult), please specify in your application.
Should you have any queries, please use the contact details below to get in touch.
Person Specification
Qualifications, knowledge and experience
Essential
* Qualified Nurse (Degree/Diploma)
* Registered nurse on appropriate part of the register/registration pending
* Knowledge of current issues within acute Health Service
* Understanding of personal accountability
* Knowledge of own role within the team
* Aware of evidence-based practice
* Aware of responsibilities for management of infection control
* Evidence of ongoing personal development
* Able to use initiative
Desirable
* Evidence of recent study
* Previous experience/qualification in relevant specialty
Trust Values
Essential
* Patients First
* Always Improving
* Working Together
Employer details
Employer name
University Hospital Southampton NHS Trust
Address
University Hospital Southampton / Princess Anne Hospital
Tremona Road
Southampton
SO16 6YD
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