Job overview

The Paediatric Assessment Unit are looking for an enthusiastic and dynamic Paediatric Band 5 nurse to join an already established team to help develop the service offered. This currently sees patients referred for clinical assessment and/or treatment of surgical, medical or orthopaedic conditions from various sources, including GP's, A&E and Community Midwives.

Southend's Paediatric Assessment Unit are a dedicated and friendly team who are committed to continuous improvements in the service. The Band 5 Nurse will assist the Manager and fellow staff in the provision and maintenance of a seamless service & highest quality care to patients.

This includes assessing, planning, delivery and evaluation of Paediatric care for children and young people attending the Paediatric Assessment Unit (PAU) from initial attendance through to discharge or admission to the impatient ward. The Band 5 nurse will have a structured orientation and receive on-going support to assist with progression within the role. 

You will need to be Registered Nurse Child/Registered Sick Children's Nurse.

Please be aware this role may close early due to number of applications

Main duties of the job

The main duties of the Paediatric Band 5 role in PAU include to assess, plan and evaluate safe and competent family-centred care to babies, children and teenagers throughout the assessment unit. The nurse will work as part of the multidisciplinary team ensuring the delivery of a high standard of holistic individualised nursing care.

It is an essential requirement that the nurse will take reasonable care of the cleanliness of their working environment, adhere to infection control policies, procedures and guidelines in particular ensuring that you use appropriate hand hygiene practices at all times.

You will adhere to the NMC code of Professional Conduct at all times and ensure compliance with hospital policies and procedures, as well as participate in all relevant aspects of the Governance process.

It is expected that you as a reflective practitioner will continue to develop their own capabilities and nursing knowledge in line with the trusts career pathway where education is supported. You will ensure you maintain an up-to-date portfolio of evidence.

Please note that this role will include working shift patterns including weekends, nights and bank holidays.

Working for our organisation

Our ambition is to deliver excellent local and specialist services, to improve the health and wellbeing of our patients, and provide a vibrant place for staff to develop, innovate and build careers. 

We aim to make the most of our skills and experiences so we can become the best we can be. As one organisation we will recruit the finest and retain more specialist staff due to more employment opportunities across our Trust.