3 Peadiatrican Nurse

DAYSTARS HOME LTD; Maidstone; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A residential care provider in Maidstone is seeking a compassionate and dedicated Registered Nurse to provide high-quality nursing care to children and young adults with complex health needs. The role includes delivering evidence-based interventions, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams, and safeguarding the rights and dignity of residents. The ideal candidate should have valid NMC registration, experience in complex care, and strong interpersonal skills. This position is full-time, shift-based, with evenings and weekends included.

Qualifications

• Experience in complex care (e.g., tracheostomy, PEG feeding, seizure management).
• Previous work in residential or community settings is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Deliver safe, evidence-based nursing interventions for children and adults with complex medical conditions.
• Administer medications and treatments in line with NMC standards.
• Monitor, assess, and record health status, escalating concerns promptly.
• Safeguard vulnerable children and adults, ensuring their rights and dignity are upheld.
• Contribute to individualized care plans, risk assessments, and health protocols.
• Work closely with social workers, therapists, doctors, and support staff to deliver integrated care.

Skills

Strong clinical knowledge in paediatric and adult complex care

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Ability to remain calm under pressure and make sound clinical judgments

Empathy, patience, and resilience in supporting vulnerable individuals

Team leadership and mentoring skills

Education

Registered Nurse (Child or Adult) with valid NMC registration

Up-to-date training in safeguarding, infection control, and medication management

Job description

Job Description

Location: Residential Children’s Home (Complex Care)

Reports to: OFSTED Responsible Individual.

Hours: Full-time (shift-based, including evenings, weekends, and nights)

To provide high-quality, compassionate nursing care to children and young adults with complex health needs in a residential setting. The nurse will ensure safe clinical practice, promote independence, and support holistic wellbeing in collaboration with families, carers, and multidisciplinary teams.

Responsibilities

Clinical Care

• Deliver safe, evidence-based nursing interventions for children and adults with complex medical conditions (e.g., tracheostomy, gastrostomy, epilepsy, respiratory support).
• Administer medications and treatments in line with NMC standards and organisational policies.
• Monitor, assess, and record health status, escalating concerns promptly.

Safeguarding & Advocacy

• Safeguard vulnerable children and adults, ensuring their rights and dignity are upheld.
• Act as an advocate for residents, promoting their voice in care planning and daily life.

Care Planning & Documentation

• Contribute to individualized care plans, risk assessments, and health protocols.
• Maintain accurate, timely clinical records in compliance with regulatory standards.

Collaboration

• Work closely with social workers, therapists, doctors, and support staff to deliver integrated care.
• Support and train care staff in clinical procedures and best practices.

Family & Community Engagement

• Build positive relationships with families, offering guidance and reassurance.
• Facilitate community integration and participation in meaningful activities.

Quality & Compliance

• Uphold CQC (Care Quality Commission) standards and NMC Code of Conduct.
• Participate in audits, supervision, and continuous professional development.

Skills & Competencies

• Strong clinical knowledge in paediatric and adult complex care.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to remain calm under pressure and make sound clinical judgments.
• Empathy, patience, and resilience in supporting vulnerable individuals.
• Team leadership and mentoring skills.

Qualifications & Experience

• Registered Nurse (Child or Adult) with valid NMC registration.
• Experience in complex care (e.g., tracheostomy, PEG feeding, seizure management).
• Previous work in residential or community settings is desirable.
• Up-to-date training in safeguarding, infection control, and medication management.