Job summary Barnet Emergency Department is an exciting place to work and we are passionate about getting it right for patients and their families. We are looking to appoint passionate, enthusiastic, motivated and dynamic Band 5 registered children's nurses. As well as treating acutely unwell children, our department has an integrated Urgent Care Centre which has Emergency Nurse Practitioners working with the GPs to deliver an efficient and responsive service for patients presenting with minor injuries and illness. We recognise the importance of progression and nurturing our own staff, you will start with a supernumerary induction programme which is individualised to your professional needs and supported by our dedicated team of Practice facilitators. We run an in house Paediatric Emergency Care Course accredited at both level 6 and level 7, which will enhance your clinical skills and knowledge and excel your career pathway. If you are an experienced band 5 nurse we will help you develop your leadership skills with our in house development program and support you to attend NHS Leadership Academy Courses and UCL Partners leadership development programmers. Self rostering is available for you to allocate your own working days and we are always willing to consider flexible working in order to maintain a healthy work life balance. Main duties of the job The post holder will be expected to liaise appropriately with all key members of the multidisciplinary team and service users related to the speciality.To be responsible for all aspects of patient care including the assessment, planning,delivery and evaluation of direct patient care with supervision from senior staff.To be responsible for safeguarding all aspects of patient careTo work in all areas of the Children's Emergency departmentTo support the Charge Nurse/Senior Sister to monitor the safety and quality of care forpatients.To ensure a positive focussed service incorporating patients and family ' feedback tomaintain and improve patient care.To act as an effective role model promoting excellence through practice. To support the maintenance of high standards of cleanliness in their own clinical area About us The Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust is one of the UK's biggest and most innovative trusts. Across three main hospitals, our dedicated army of staff care for over 1.6million patients, treat more than 200,000 in A&E, deliver over 8,000 babies and carry out more than 17million tests. Our size, scale and influence offer you unrivalled career opportunities and a forward-thinking approach to working that works around your lifestyle. From flexible hours and generous benefits, to next level training, we make it easier to take your career to the top For more information please follow linkhttps://www.royalfreelondonjobs.co.uk/ Date posted 11 February 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 5 Salary £34,521 to £41,956 a year per annum inclusive of HCAS Contract Permanent Working pattern Part-time Reference number 391-RFL-6912791 Job locations Barnet Hospital wellhouse lane Barnet EN53DJ Job description Job responsibilities Please see attached job description for more information about this role and working at Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust. Job description Job responsibilities Please see attached job description for more information about this role and working at Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust. Person Specification Royal Free World Class Values Essential Demonstrable ability to meet the Trust Values Education & Professional Qualification Essential First Level Registration Evidence of recent and ongoing professional development Desirable Post qualification in relevant speciality 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 Desirable experience of working in an emergency department Skills & Aptitudes Essential Ability to plan and prioritise workload Proven communication skills and ability to negotiate Skilled in use of computer/key board Ability to supervise registered and unregistered staff Ability to work well within a team Knowledge of risk management Ability to lead change and service improvement Aware of quality and safety standards and ward audit requirements To maintain a safe clinical environment conducive to patient care Personal Qualities & Attributes Essential Ability to demonstrate initiative and solve problems Ability to work as a team and form professional relationships with colleagues Enthusiastic and assertive Adaptable to change Diplomatic and calm To be flexible and approachable Ability to work rotating shifts Person Specification Royal Free World Class Values Essential Demonstrable ability to meet the Trust Values Education & Professional Qualification Essential First Level Registration Evidence of recent and ongoing professional development Desirable Post qualification in relevant speciality 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 Desirable experience of working in an emergency department Skills & Aptitudes Essential Ability to plan and prioritise workload Proven communication skills and ability to negotiate Skilled in use of computer/key board Ability to supervise registered and unregistered staff Ability to work well within a team Knowledge of risk management Ability to lead change and service improvement Aware of quality and safety standards and ward audit requirements To maintain a safe clinical environment conducive to patient care Personal Qualities & Attributes Essential Ability to demonstrate initiative and solve problems Ability to work as a team and form professional relationships with colleagues Enthusiastic and assertive Adaptable to change Diplomatic and calm To be flexible and approachable Ability to work rotating shifts 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 Barnet Hospital wellhouse lane Barnet EN53DJ Employer's website https://www.royalfreelondonjobs.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)