Job summary At The Royal Free Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, we are passionate about delivering the highest quality care to all our patients. In order to help us achieve this, we are looking for enthusiastic, motivated and committed Paediatric registered nurses (Band 5 ) to join our temporary staffing bank. VISA SPONSORSHIP DOES NOT APPLY TO THIS ROLE As a trust bank nurse you will be able to choose a flexible working pattern to suit your work life balance working as part of a committed multidisciplinary team. The Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust is a high performing Trust with some of the best clinical outcomes in the country. Main duties of the job The Paediatric nursing team forms part of the Integrated Children's services at Barnet and Chase Farm Hospitals and is part of the Royal Free NHS Trust.The post holder will work under the direction of the ward senior sister with responsibility for the assessment of care needs for all patients, ensuring appropriately planned care is both implemented and evaluated. The Post holder is expected to work with minimal supervision and will be designated to work as part of the nursing team at Royal Free Hospital.He/she will provide care at 6 North without supervision to facilitate the prevention of admission or reduction in hospitalisation.He/ she will act as an effective clinical support for students. The post holder will work as part of the 6 North Nursing Team with support from the ward manager and band 6 Sister. To contribute to the assessment, planning, implementation of evidence-based care to children and their families and carers, and work in a collaborative manner with other agencies to ensure a seamless service for the children. Circumstances may arise for the post holder to assist in providing clinical cover in all areas of the paediatric unit. For further information please refer to the attached JD and PS. About us Our trust has around 17,000 staff serving 1.6 million patients. It comprises Barnet Hospital, Chase Farm Hospital, the Royal Free Hospital and more than 30 services in the community. This larger scale organisation provides an unprecedented opportunity for us to continue our pioneering work, particularly in finding ways to deliver even better care to our patients. Everyone is welcome at Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust. We're proud of our diversity and we continue to undertake new initiatives to advance equality for LGBT, BME, gender equality, staff carers and people with disabilities and lived experiences to promote good relations and understanding between our staff. Date posted 25 March 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 5 Salary £18.80 an hour Hourly Contract Bank Working pattern Flexible working Reference number 391-3590-BANK Job locations Royal Free Hospital (Trustwide) London NW3 2QG Job description Job responsibilities Royal Free World Class Values: The post holder will offer World Class Care to service users, staff, colleagues, clients and patients alike. CLINICAL RESPONSIBILITIES To work as part of the Children's Nursing Team, being directed by the wardmanager / band 6 in prioritising day to day work and in managing case load. To provide efficient, effective and evidence-based nursing care to children andyoung people within the hospital and ambulatory settings. To perform nursing procedures to a high standard in accordance with the RoyalFree Clinical Practise Guidelines and policies. RESPONSIBILITY FOR PATIENTS To participate in the assessment, planning and provision of skilled nursing carein negotiation with the child and their families / carers. To work in partnership with parents and other carers, empowering them tosafely care for their child within the community setting. To support children and their families by linking with the statutory, voluntary andassociated services available on an individual basis. RESPONSIBILITY FOR POLICY AND SERVICE DEVELOPMENT To assist in the development of nursing policies and individualised care plans, allowing children to have their care delivered outside a hospital setting, and support the parents/ carers to deliver that care where appropriate. To report clinical and non-clinical incidents in line with Trust and departmental risk management policies. To assist with the development of policies with non-paediatric colleagues, which facilitate smooth transition to adult services. RESPONSIBILITY FOR FINANCIAL AND PHYSICAL RESOURCES To assess the need for equipment within the home, facilitate supplies and provide training for parents and carers in the safe and effective use. Ensure the equipment which is loaned is maintained and serviced in accordance with guidelines from the Medical Devices Agency. To be responsible for the care and safe handling of equipment and accessories in the area of work. To ensure pay and non-pay expenditure is kept to a minimum whilst maintaining a high standard of patient care. RESPONSIBILITY FOR LEADING AND MANAGING To act as a role model and resource to others in clinical and professional matters. To attend team meetings and clinical supervision as required. To co-ordinate own day to day workload. For further information please refer to the attached JD and PS. This job description outlines the current main responsibilities of the post. However, the duties of the post may change and develop over time and may therefore be amended in consultation with the post holder. Job description Job responsibilities Royal Free World Class Values: The post holder will offer World Class Care to service users, staff, colleagues, clients and patients alike. CLINICAL RESPONSIBILITIES To work as part of the Children's Nursing Team, being directed by the wardmanager / band 6 in prioritising day to day work and in managing case load. To provide efficient, effective and evidence-based nursing care to children andyoung people within the hospital and ambulatory settings. To perform nursing procedures to a high standard in accordance with the RoyalFree Clinical Practise Guidelines and policies. RESPONSIBILITY FOR PATIENTS To participate in the assessment, planning and provision of skilled nursing carein negotiation with the child and their families / carers. To work in partnership with parents and other carers, empowering them tosafely care for their child within the community setting. To support children and their families by linking with the statutory, voluntary andassociated services available on an individual basis. RESPONSIBILITY FOR POLICY AND SERVICE DEVELOPMENT To assist in the development of nursing policies and individualised care plans, allowing children to have their care delivered outside a hospital setting, and support the parents/ carers to deliver that care where appropriate. To report clinical and non-clinical incidents in line with Trust and departmental risk management policies. To assist with the development of policies with non-paediatric colleagues, which facilitate smooth transition to adult services. RESPONSIBILITY FOR FINANCIAL AND PHYSICAL RESOURCES To assess the need for equipment within the home, facilitate supplies and provide training for parents and carers in the safe and effective use. Ensure the equipment which is loaned is maintained and serviced in accordance with guidelines from the Medical Devices Agency. To be responsible for the care and safe handling of equipment and accessories in the area of work. To ensure pay and non-pay expenditure is kept to a minimum whilst maintaining a high standard of patient care. RESPONSIBILITY FOR LEADING AND MANAGING To act as a role model and resource to others in clinical and professional matters. To attend team meetings and clinical supervision as required. To co-ordinate own day to day workload. For further information please refer to the attached JD and PS. This job description outlines the current main responsibilities of the post. However, the duties of the post may change and develop over time and may therefore be amended in consultation with the post holder. Person Specification Education & Qualifications Essential First Level Registration/RN Child Evidence of recent and ongoing professional development Recognized teaching or mentorship qualification or working towards Experience Essential Post registration experience working in an acute hospital setting Awareness of current professional nursing issues Demonstrates sound knowledge of infection control standards Demonstrates understanding of the importance of audit/quality Skills & Aptitudes Essential Knowledge of risk management Ability to take part in change and service improvement Aware of quality and safety standards and departmental audit requirements To maintain a safe clinical environment conducive to patient care Personal Qualities Essential Ability to plan and prioritise workload Proven communication skills and ability to negotiate Skilled in use of computer/key board Ability to supervise unregistered staff Ability to work well within a team Royal Free World Class Values Essential Demonstrate ability to meet the Trust Values : Positively welcoming, Actively respectful, Clearly communicating and Visibly reassuring Person Specification Education & Qualifications Essential First Level Registration/RN Child Evidence of recent and ongoing professional development Recognized teaching or mentorship qualification or working towards Experience Essential Post registration experience working in an acute hospital setting Awareness of current professional nursing issues Demonstrates sound knowledge of infection control standards Demonstrates understanding of the importance of audit/quality Skills & Aptitudes Essential Knowledge of risk management Ability to take part in change and service improvement Aware of quality and safety standards and departmental audit requirements To maintain a safe clinical environment conducive to patient care Personal Qualities Essential Ability to plan and prioritise workload Proven communication skills and ability to negotiate Skilled in use of computer/key board Ability to supervise unregistered staff Ability to work well within a team Royal Free World Class Values Essential Demonstrate ability to meet the Trust Values : Positively welcoming, Actively respectful, Clearly communicating and Visibly reassuring 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 Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust Address Royal Free Hospital (Trustwide) London NW3 2QG Employer's website https://www.royalfreelondonjobs.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)