Job summary We are looking for an enthusiastic Paediatric Registered Nurse to join our Paediatric Emergency Department. Ours is an evolving and continuously developing service which sees a wide array of presentations from injuries to acute illness. As a dynamic individual with good interpersonal and communication skills, this is an exciting development opportunity for you work as part of our team, to gain experience and skills where no two days are the same. We offer a structured orientation and on-going support to assist in your onward progression. If you are passionate about service development and delivering safe, holistic and excellent care, please apply. Main duties of the job You will assist our friendly multi-disciplinary team in the provision and maintenance of a seamless service, giving high-quality care to patients whilst contributing to the reduction of healthcare acquired infection. As a reflective practitioner, we will support you in developing your own capabilities and nursing knowledge. As a Paediatric Emergency paediatric nurse you will work closely with the Paediatric Assessment Unit (PAU) which located on the paediatric ward whilst also maintaining a close working relationship with the wider Paediatric Directorate, including Neptune Ward and the Ambulatory Service. About us Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust is now one of the largest in the country, with a workforce of approximately 15,000 who serve a population of 1.2 million people. We work together, and in conjunction with MSE Health and Care Partnership, to deliver excellent local and specialist services, to improve the health and wellbeing of our patients in a compassionate way, and provide a respectful, but vibrant place for staff to develop, innovate and build careers. From facilities through to consultant specialists we want to be the best, to achieve this we need to recruit not just those who are the finest in their field but also those who have the potential to be. Yes, experience is important but so is outlook - if you are dynamic, forward-thinking and enthusiastic we want you to join us. We not only offer you a good working environment with flexible working opportunities, but also the opportunity to develop your career with access to appropriate training for your job and the support to succeed and progress. Date posted 17 January 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 5 Salary £29,970 to £36,483 a year Per Annum (Pro Rata for Part Time) Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time, Part-time Reference number 390-WAC-SO-7098-F Job locations Southend Prittlewell Chase Westcliff on sea SS0 0RY Job description Job responsibilities If you are interested in this job role and are keen to gain more experience working with children and young people as well as managerial, please see attached job description for a more detailed view on the expectation, roles and responsibilities required for this position. We look forward to receiving your application. Job description Job responsibilities If you are interested in this job role and are keen to gain more experience working with children and young people as well as managerial, please see attached job description for a more detailed view on the expectation, roles and responsibilities required for this position. We look forward to receiving your application. Person Specification Qualifications Essential Registered Paediatric Nurse with current entry on the NMC register. Desirable Current PILS or EPALS certificate or willingness to undertake in the future Evidence of post qualification study Trained to administer IV therapy peripherally/centrally Phlebotomy/skin closure/cannulation/plastering competency Knowledge & experience Essential Experience of working in a paediatric setting Experience or awareness of child protection issues Desirable Experience of working with a paediatric emergency department/6 months acute nursing experience. Evidence of supervising/managing junior members of staff/HCA's Person Specification Qualifications Essential Registered Paediatric Nurse with current entry on the NMC register. Desirable Current PILS or EPALS certificate or willingness to undertake in the future Evidence of post qualification study Trained to administer IV therapy peripherally/centrally Phlebotomy/skin closure/cannulation/plastering competency Knowledge & experience Essential Experience of working in a paediatric setting Experience or awareness of child protection issues Desirable Experience of working with a paediatric emergency department/6 months acute nursing experience. Evidence of supervising/managing junior members of staff/HCA's 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. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). Additional information 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. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). Employer details Employer name Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust Address Southend Prittlewell Chase Westcliff on sea SS0 0RY Employer's website https://www.mse.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)