Job Description

JOIN OUR GROWING TEAM



Are you a passionate and skilled Registered Children's Nurse looking for an exciting opportunity to shape paediatric emergency care?



Our dedicated Paediatric Emergency Nursing (PEN) team is growing, and we're seeking enthusiastic Band 5 nurses to play a vital role in providing exceptional care to children attending the Emergency Care Centre (ECC) at Scunthorpe General Hospital.

Imagine:

Being at the forefront of paediatric emergency care:

Working closely with our Paediatric Assessment Units (PAU) and providing crucial in-reach support within the ECC.

Collaborating with a supportive multi-disciplinary team:

Partnering with PAU nurses, ECC staff, medical professionals, and safeguarding experts to ensure a joined-up approach to care.

Championing safe and effective care, 24/7:

Contributing to a service that prioritizes the well-being of children around the clock.

Making a tangible impact on patient journeys:

Ensuring timely discharge or seamless transfer to the appropriate care setting.

Investing in your professional growth:

Learning from experienced colleagues and developing the competencies of all ECC nurses.

Becoming a respected role model:

Leading by example and fostering positive patient experiences.

What you'll be doing:

As a Band 5 Paediatric Nurse in our PEN team, you will:

Provide high-quality, child-centered care to patients and their families within the ECC.

Act as a vital link between the ECC and PAU, ensuring seamless care transitions.

Be a strong advocate for acutely unwell children and their carers.

Demonstrate kindness, respect, and the courage to challenge practice to meet the unique needs of children.

Contribute to a "flying squad" model, bringing paediatric expertise directly to the ECC.

What we're looking for:

A Registered Children's Nurse with a minimum of 1 year of post-registration nursing experience.

A passion for providing excellent care to children in an emergency setting.

A team player with strong communication and collaboration skills.

(Desirable) Experience working with children in an ECC and/or Paediatric Assessment Unit (full training provided for minor injuries).

Your Work-Life Balance Matters:

Our service currently operates between 08:00 and 23:00, with shift patterns designed to support your well-being: 08:00 to 20:30 and 10:30 to 23:00 (11.5-hour shifts with a 1-hour unpaid break). We ensure you won't be scheduled for consecutive late and early shifts.



Join the Humber Health Partnership - Where Your Contribution is Valued:



Be part of one of the largest and most ambitious NHS partnerships in the region, committed to delivering world-class care. We value innovation, encourage best practice, and live by our values of Compassion, Honesty, Respect, and Teamwork. We are dedicated to recruiting the best talent and offer a supportive and inclusive working environment with a strong focus on flexible working to enhance your health, wellbeing, and work-life balance.



Join the Humber Health Partnership - Where Your Contribution is Valued:



Be part of one of the largest and most ambitious NHS partnerships in the region, committed to delivering world-class care. We value innovation, encourage best practice, and live by our values of Compassion, Honesty, Respect and Teamwork. We are dedicated to recruiting the best talent and offer a supportive and inclusive working environment with a strong focus on flexible working to enhance your health, wellbeing, and work-life balance.



Ready to make a difference?



For more detailed information, please see the job description linked below.



To learn more about NHS Humber Health Partnerships and the fantastic benefits we offer, visit our recruitment website: join.humberhealthpartnership.nhs.uk - Humber Health Partnership Recruitment Website



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For more detailed information, please read the job description linked below.