Paediatric Registered Nurse - Development post, Ward 14
University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust
Are you an experienced Paediatric Nurse with an interest to further develop your knowledge and skills in Adolescent care?
If so, then we have an exciting Band 5/6 development opportunity here for you at the UHCW NHS Trust Paediatric Unit.
At UHCW NHS Trust we strive to offer all our staff innovative experiences. If successful, you will be placed on our development pathway. On the pathway you will be supported in completing general Paediatric as well as area specific competencies, including courses specifically designed to support our Children in Crisis if not already completed, as well as having the opportunity to complete the UHCW NHS Trust Paediatric Band 5 to 6 competencies should you wish.
On successful completion of the required competencies and following a discussion with the Ward Manager you will then be transferred from a Band 5 to Band 6 Agenda for change.
Main duties of the job
Ward 14 - Adolescent Unit, acute medical and surgical ward with additional skills in supporting children in crisis.
The post holder will initially be expected to work as part of the team within their individual ward areas to gain knowledge and experience for their chosen specialism. Once the candidate has completed their one-year development program they will be expected to support their team with day-to-day clinical leadership and deliver family centered care to their own cohort of patients.
The post-holder will be required to deputise for the department managers if required. The postholder will have support from the Senior Paediatric nursing team, Band 6 Paediatric Clinical Co-Ordinator's, and the Paediatric Education team.
About us
University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust, rated as good by the Care Quality Commission, is one of the largest teaching Trusts in the UK.
We are extremely proud of our employees across our hospital sites, with high quality patient care at the heart of everything we do.
Boasting some of the most modern facilities in Western Europe, the Trust is renowned for being at the forefront of research and innovation as part of its blossoming reputation as a worldwide leader in healthcare.
We are proud to be recognised as a Pathway to Excellence designated organisation.
By joining our exciting journey, you will form part of a passionate, talented team and will be able to access a wide range of learning and development opportunities. There has never been a better time to join our team.
The Trust is committed to building an organisation that makes full use of the talents, skills, experience, and different perspectives available in our diverse society. We want everyone to feel they are respected, valued, can achieve their potential and receive the most appropriate and relevant care.
Job responsibilities
Experienced Band 5/6 Development Nurse - We are seeking an experienced paediatric nurse who is a motivated and enthusiastic individual with strong communication and organisational skills. This is an exciting opportunity for an innovative, dynamic, and enthusiastic registered child nurse who is looking to expand their knowledge and experience working with children and young people. To be considered for the post the applicant must have completed their preceptorship programme.
This post is essential for safe and effective running of the ward area as the role entails delivery of direct patient care as well as ensuring that consistently safe and effective care is delivered to our patients and their families.
On completion of all the required competencies and once transferred into the Band 6 role, you will be required to lead the ward team, demonstrating excellent organisational, clinical skills, and ensuring focus is on delivering high quality evidence-based care to the child and family, assuring UHCW NHS Trust Values and objectives always remain central.
For more information, please refer to Job Description & Personal Specification.
Person Specification
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Skills
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Knowledge
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Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust
£29,970 to £44,962 a year pro rata per annum
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