Job summary Would you like to join our dynamic team of Paediatric Nurses in our Safari Day Unit? Please note that this vacancy is for registered nurse associate on the NMC. We are a friendly dedicated team of Paediatric Nurses and Paediatric consultants. The department is committed to continuous improvements in the service and benefits from having a Paediatric Nurse Educator. The Safari Day Unit Department provides nursing care and support to children and young people aged 0-16 years in a children's environment.It is located 1st floor Maternity building and has its own designated 10 beds. Main duties of the job We are currently looking to recruit a motivated and enthusiastic Band 4Nurse Associate with experience and a passion in general paediatrics. Safari day unit caters for different specialities in surgery including ENT, dental, orthopaedics, gastroenterology, urology. In addition, we provide service in MRI, food challenges, endocrine test and ward attenders for prolong jaundiced. The post holder should be a registered nurse associate, have excellent communication skills and be keen to promote clinical excellence within our team. We are dedicated to supporting the development of our paediatric nurses and nursing associate within our service and offer continuing professional development including, PILS, Venepuncture and cannulation and progression to the pathway of band 5. You will have a supernumerary period on commencing the post and will be allocated a mentor alongside the practice educator to support you.The trust also has a well-established preceptorship programme which you will be part of which will also see you qualify as a student Supervisor by the end of your first year with us. About us With a new hospital planned for Watford and work underway to update theatres at St Albans City Hospital, this is an exciting time to join us. We are building on the success of our award-winning virtual hospital and re-imaging models of care, working ever more closely with partners and making the most of advances in digital healthcare. Staff wellbeing and development are a priority at our Trust, as is the role of innovation in improving clinical care, outcomes and patient experience. Our vision is Excellent patient care, together and our values are to be empowered, compassionate, professional and inclusive. They capture an important balance across what we must all do as individuals and to support others. At West Herts we offer a variety of flexible working options as we recognise the importance of a good work life balance and the ability to work flexibly. https://www.westhertshospitals.nhs.uk/flexibleworking/ We kindly invite you to consider submitting an application. If you have a disability or long-term health condition and should you require support or guidance please contact westherts.recruitmentnhs.net If you are a Service Leaver, Veteran, Military Reserve, Cadet Force Adult Volunteer, or partner/spouse of those serving please tick "Member of the Armed Forces Community" on the application form. If you do not hear back within 3 weeks of your application, please assume you have been unsuccessful on this occasion. Date posted 07 November 2024 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 4 Salary £27,857 to £30,570 a year inc HCA Contract Fixed term Duration 12 months Working pattern Full-time, Flexible working Reference number 360-D-6452-A Job locations Watford General Hospital Watford WD18 0HB Job description Job responsibilities To work as a skilled member of the nursing team, to provide a high standard of holistic family centred care to the children and their families.To act as a role model and expert nurse associate practitioner.To support the nursing team in managing the clinical area, including management of students and HCA.To undertake delegated responsibility for the department in the absence of paediatric nurses.The post holder could be required to work on any childrens area according to the needs of the service. Job description Job responsibilities To work as a skilled member of the nursing team, to provide a high standard of holistic family centred care to the children and their families.To act as a role model and expert nurse associate practitioner.To support the nursing team in managing the clinical area, including management of students and HCA.To undertake delegated responsibility for the department in the absence of paediatric nurses.The post holder could be required to work on any childrens area according to the needs of the service. Person Specification Education and Qualifications Essential Registered Nursing Associate on the NMC register Nursing Associate foundation degree/qualification Desirable Care Certificate. Safeguarding children training Holds breastfeeding course certificate basic life support training Evidence of commitment to professional development Knowledge Essential Knowledge on safeguarding issue Knowledge on infection controls Knowledge on risk and keeping environment safe IT knowledge appropriate to the role Knowledge of when to seek advice and refer to a registered health or care professional. Desirable Knowledge on Badgernet EPR Experience Essential Relevant nursing associate experience Experience of working in teams under appropriate supervision as part of a multi-disciplinary team. Desirable Worked in a hospital setting Experience of caring for sick infants. Experience of providing and receiving complex, sensitive information. Person Specification Education and Qualifications Essential Registered Nursing Associate on the NMC register Nursing Associate foundation degree/qualification Desirable Care Certificate. Safeguarding children training Holds breastfeeding course certificate basic life support training Evidence of commitment to professional development Knowledge Essential Knowledge on safeguarding issue Knowledge on infection controls Knowledge on risk and keeping environment safe IT knowledge appropriate to the role Knowledge of when to seek advice and refer to a registered health or care professional. Desirable Knowledge on Badgernet EPR Experience Essential Relevant nursing associate experience Experience of working in teams under appropriate supervision as part of a multi-disciplinary team. Desirable Worked in a hospital setting Experience of caring for sick infants. Experience of providing and receiving complex, sensitive 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). 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 West Hertfordshire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust Address Watford General Hospital Watford WD18 0HB Employer's website http://www.westhertshospitals.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)