Job summary
By joining us you can look forward to a choice of flexible Bankshifts across any of our client Trusts in England, as well as the ability todevelop professionally and gain experience in several wards or areas.
Main duties of the job
1. To always maintain confidentiality of informationregarding children/ families.
2. Promote and maintain good and effective communication withpatients, relatives, and visitors.
3. Persuade patients and families to co-operate withtreatment for their well-being, effectively deal with anxious relatives.
4. Ensureparents/carers and the child (when appropriate), can agree and/or negotiatecare.
The role will involve, but not be limited to you performing the above.
About us
Here at NHS Professionals, we run England'slargest NHS staff bank and are experts at putting people in places to care.Every year we help thousands of dedicated and highly skilled NHS workers enjoybetter career opportunities, more flexible shifts, and a healthier work-lifebalance across our partnered Trusts.
Career Progression access to Learning & Development opportunities, so thatyou can take on new roles and challenges.
Work-life Balance flexible shifts, committed shifts, wellbeing resources andbuild paid annual leave.
Opportunity &Access over 50 partner NHS Trusts to give you theflexibility of choice to work how and where you want.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Job Title: Registered Nurse- Paediatric A&E Nurse
Trust: East and North Hertfordshire NHS Foundation Trust
Location: Stevenage, Hertford, Welwyn Garden City and Northwood
Pay rates: £ - £ per hour.
Shift Patterns: Flexible
About the Trust:
East and North Hertfordshire NHS Trust works across hospital sites, providing a full range of services, including specialist care in urology, renal medicine, cancer, plastic surgery and ophthalmology. Hertfordshire has the best of both worlds, surrounded by beautiful countryside but with good road and rail links to both London and Cambridge, as well as comprehensive bus services across the main towns, including to and from all of the Trust sites.
Why might this job interest you?
Being a Paediatric A&E nurse in the NHS is both exhilarating and deeply meaningful. It involves providing urgent care and support to children and their families during critical moments. This role allows nurses to utilise specialised skills in a fast-paced environment, where every day brings new challenges and opportunities to make a difference. Working in A&E not only offers the chance to save lives and alleviate suffering but also provides continuous learning and growth. The flexibility in scheduling ensures nurses can maintain a healthy work-life balance while delivering compassionate and expert care to young patients in their time of need. It's a role that combines adrenaline with empathy, making it incredibly rewarding for those dedicated to paediatric healthcare.
What you can add:
5. To always maintain confidentiality of information regarding children/ families.
6. Promote and maintain good and effective communication with patients, relatives, and visitors.
7. Persuade patients and families to co-operate with treatment for their well-being, effectively deal with anxious relatives.
8. Ensure parents/carers and the child (when appropriate), can agree and/or negotiate care.
The role will involve, but not be limited to you performing the above.
What youll need:
9. A minimum of 6 months paid experience in a Paediatric A&E Nurse environment within the last 3 years
10. Comply with NMC Professional Registration and keep up to date with current nursing practices
11. A Paediatric Nursing Degree
*Depending on the Trust, you may require variable additional certification and skills.
The benefits we can offer you in return:
12. Putting People in Places to Care be part of the NHSP community, by joining the bank and caring for patients with a team of people from all walks of life.
13. Weekly pay to give you access to your wages more quickly.
14. Blue Light Card NHS Discount Provider
15. First choice of shifts/placements at the Trust of your choice over agencies.
16. Our team is always happy to help - access our support line any time.
17. Working options to suit your lifestyle being on the bank gives you the flexibility to work the shifts you want or choose fixed term placements.
18. Training and development opportunities via the Trust and NHSPs own academy.
19. Explore different wards, keep your skills up to date whilst gaining vital experience.
20. Being part of the NHSP Community means youll get access to member activities such as member of the month, member appreciation week, key date giveaways, webinar series and much more.
Who are NHS Professionals?
NHS Professionals is a flexible staff bank, owned by the Department of Health, our purpose is to provide you with the autonomy to decide when, how, and where you want to work. Supporting your lifestyle and making you feel part of the team and community. Offering you flexible work or alternatively fixed term placements.
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By joining us you can look forward to a choice of flexible Bank shifts or fixed term placements across any of our client Trusts in England.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
21. Comply with NMC Professional Registration and keep up to date with current nursing practices.
22. A Paediatric Nursing Degree
Experience
Essential
23. A minimum of 6 months paid experience in a Paediatric A&E Nurse environment within the last 3 years.
24. In addition to experience, all Registered Nurse roles will be required to provide evidence of
25. Statement of NMC Registration
26. Degree /Diploma in Nursing