Job Description

There has never been a better time to join us in the NHS at Ashford & St Peters Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust with our strong commitment to staff health and wellbeing. We are committed to providing continuous professional development, staff benefits and flexibility to shape our workforce around our patient care.



We are currently recruiting Band 5 Paediatric nurses, to work within our Paediatric Emergency Department who are looking for passionate and enthusiastic individuals committed to excellent patient experience and care, to join our team.



We have a 24 hour paediatric ED and it is an exciting time as we are shaping the urgent care provisions and the Emergency care for Children and Young People in the Trust.



We encourage staff to develop both clinically and managerially and we provide a comprehensive induction program, preceptorship and in-house training. We are also pleased to offer rotational positions within the paediatric areas if requested. All new staff are fully supported by the team, Unit Manager, Matron, Clinical Practice Educators and Clinical Nurse Specialists (Paediatrics).



If you are looking to work within a friendly, dynamic team with enthusiastic colleagues then this is the place to be. Good communication skills and a positive approach to work are essential. We encourage staff to take the opportunities available to develop their skills and their career by promoting rotation throughout our Children's Services.



The post holder has a general duty of care for their own health, safety and well-being and that of work colleagues, visitors and patients within the hospital, in addition to any specific risk management or clinical governance accountabilities associated with this post.



To be responsible, with management support, for their own personal development and to actively contribute to the development of colleagues



To observe the rules, policies, procedures and standards of ASPH Foundation Trust together with all relevant statutory and professional obligations.



To support the department and organisation by carrying out any other duties that reasonably fit within the broad scope of a job of this grade and type of work.



To work effectively and efficiently within the framework of team nursing and individualised patient care



In collaboration with the department integrated multidisciplinary team to develop, implement and evaluate programmes of care for patients



To contribute towards developing and maintain a suitable and stimulating learning and environment



Ashford and St. Peters Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust serves a population of more than 410,000 people living in North-West Surrey, parts of Hounslow and beyond.



Over 3,700 highly trained doctors, nurses, midwives, therapists, healthcare scientists and other support staff make up our workforce, providing a wide range of services across our two hospital sites, Ashford, Surrey and St Peter's, Chertsey, Surrey.



We also run many specialist clinics in the community and local community hospitals and other healthcare facilities.



Our vision is to be one of the best healthcare Trusts in the country. There has never been a better time to join us in the NHS at ASPH. We are committed to providing continuous professional development and flexibility to shape our workforce around our patient care.



We are expanding our theatres at Ashford Hospital and moving towards this becoming our dedicated elective centre. We want to create a state-of-the-art centre for excellence for planned surgical procedures.



We can offer you the full range of NHS benefits/discounts and in addition:



Excellent pension scheme and annual leave entitlement



On-site Nurseries



On-site staff cafes



On-site parking



Support in career development



Salary Sacrifice schemes including wage stream, lease cars, Cycle to Work schemes and home electronics



Adverts may close early, so applicants are encouraged to submit an application as soon as possible.

For more information about a career at ASPH please visit:

www.asph-careers.org

Clinical/Professional & Managerial Responsibilities:

Practice nursing and the delivery of patient care in accordance with NMC Code of Professional Conduct and Trust/Unit Policies and procedures.



Be responsible and accountable for the assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of care needs for patients in the emergency department, ensuring safe practice and maintaining high standards of care.



Establish and maintain effective communication links with other members of the multi-disciplinary team, patients and carers.



Maintain up to date, comprehensive and accurate records of clinical care, the patients' condition and other relevant information.



With the sister/charge nurse and their deputies ensure that clinical and housekeeping practice follows policies and procedures designed to prevent hospital acquired infection.



To have an understanding of the Safeguarding policies and procedures and have an understanding and recognition of those at risk.



Support the implementation of quality assurance initiatives which will improve patient care and the patients' environment.



Work, effectively and efficiently as part of the Paediatric ED Team, based on internal rotation, and in accordance with the hospital and departments nursing philosophy.



Be conversant with current emergency resuscitation techniques, major incident and fire regulations and procedures both in theory and practice.



Ensure safe storage and administration of medicines in accordance with the trust policy and practice.



Understand the need for effective ward budgetary control and be aware of the current cost of medical supplies and equipment.



Be proficient in the use of information technology utilised within the department.



To undertake link nurse responsibilities as required.

Education & Development:

Participate in maintaining a suitable learning environment in the department.



Act as support for junior staff and students.



Use available opportunities to maintain and extend professional knowledge and expertise keeping up to date with current nursing practice, including competencies required that are specific to the emergency department.



Participate in the programme of standard setting and audit.



Maintain good communication internal education with support staff and tutors from local higher and further education providers.



Maintain own professional development.



Participate in change programmes in area of work.



Maintain at all times a professional attitude, including appropriate appearance in accordance with the trust uniform and dress code policies.

Clinical Governance:

In conjunction with the sister/charge nurse and practice development team, participate in agreed programmes of clinical benchmarking.



Support and supervise junior staff in a way that promotes patient safety and well-being.



Assist the Clinical Practice Educator/sister/charge nurse and their deputies in the orientation and induction of new staff.



Understand and be aware of when and how to report untoward incidents, accidents, concerns or near misses and how to deal effectively with patients' or relatives' complaints.

Health, Safety & Security:

Work with team members to ensure maintenance of a clean and safe environment that is conducive to therapeutic and ethical practice



Be accountable for and ensure own competence in practice



Promote nursing practice and care delivery in line with relevant research and evidence base and with reference to trust policies and guidelines



Identify potential risks for all staff, patients and visitors, take action as required and adhere to relevant incident reporting procedures



Ensure the safe custody and administration of drugs in accordance with local and Trust policy and legal requirements



Handle and dispose of all body fluids in accordance with universal precautions

Provision of Care to Meet Health and Wellbeing Needs:

Act as an advocate for the patient and their families, providing them with information and directing them to the relevant support services where appropriate



Respect people's dignity, wishes and beliefs; involve them in shared decision-making and obtain their consent before undertaking nursing procedures



Ensure that treatments prescribed by the medical staff are carried out, and that multidisciplinary team members are informed of changes in the patient's condition



Ensure safe and timely transfer of patients in accordance with ASPH policy



Ensure safe discharge of patients in accordance with ASPH Discharge Policy