Emergency Department Paeds Charge Nurse - Band 6

East Cheshire NHS Trust; Macclesfield; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in the UK seeks a dynamic Band 6 Charge Nurse for their Paediatric Emergency Department. Candidates must be Registered Nurses with significant experience and strong communication skills. The role involves leading the paediatric team to deliver high-quality, evidence-based care while supporting professional development. Join us to make a difference in patient care in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Supportive work environment

Development opportunities

Exciting departmental refurbishment

Qualifications

• Minimum of significant post-registration experience in a relevant clinical specialty.
• Proven experience in mentoring/supervising staff.
• Knowledge of evidence-based practice and national guidance.

Responsibilities

• Lead responsibilities in the Paediatric Emergency Department.
• Facilitate team professional development needs.
• Ensure patient safety and deliver high-quality care.

Skills

Leadership

Clinical assessment

Effective communication

Mentoring

Risk management

Education

Registered Nurse with current NMC registration

Teaching/mentorship qualification

Leadership/management qualification

Job description

Emergency Department Paeds Charge Nurse - Band 6

Looking for a new challenge? This is an exciting opportunity for a dynamic, forward thinking Band 6 Paediatric Nurse to become part of our Paediatric Emergency Department team.

We are looking for an enthusiastic, proactive, motivated individual who can demonstrate both a good level of communication plus organisational and clinical skills as is evidenced by previous paediatric emergency department experience. We offer a supportive work environment that is committed to providing high quality care and supporting staff development.

In addition our department is undergoing an exciting new refurbishment which includes the development of a designated paediatric area within the Emergency Department.

Hours per week: 37.5 (Full and part times hours considered)

We welcome applications from Graduate visa holders; it is important to note that you must have a minimum of 6 months before this expires at the start of your employment for training and operational reasons.

Non-UK or Irish applicants should check their visa and this role's eligibility for sponsorship before applying. For further information please visit Visas and immigration - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk)

Please be advised we are unable to provide Skilled Worker Visa Sponsorship to non-UK residents.

Main duties of the job

• Assessment and triage
• To take lead responsibility with the support of the Senior Nursing team to facilitate and develop the Paediatric Team's professional development needs to meet individual and organisational objectives.
• To support the Senior Nursing Team in leading and co-ordinating the Emergency Department Paediatric Unit to ensure that timely and efficient assessment/treatment and discharge of patients whilst maintaining patient safety and delivering high quality care.
• To support the Senior Nursing team in leading and co-ordinating the Paediatric Unit in the early assessment and implementation of safe discharge planning, utilising appropriate resources and referral systems.
• Assess, plan, implement, evaluate and deliver high quality, evidence-based care, including maintaining high standards of documentation, involving the children, young people and their families throughout the process.
• Develop and strengthen the skills of the wider Emergency Department team to ensure effective communication/clinical skills are maintained by liaising with the, Multi-Disciplinary Team, other health professionals, patients and their families/carers, leading by example.

About us

We are committed to providing the best quality integrated care to our patients. To achieve this aim we need highly motivated staff who are united by common values and behaviours.

We believe our workforce is our greatest asset and we actively support our staff to develop their capabilities to the full, with a variety of learning and development opportunities.

Whether you are just starting out in your career or are looking to use your skills and experience in a new role, East Cheshire NHS Trust is the right employer for you. We look forward to you joining us so that we can bring out your best.

Please be aware that this post requires an Enhanced DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) check with barred lists, the cost of which is payable by the successful candidate. If you have lived or worked abroad for 6 months or more in the last 5 years you will need to obtain an overseas police clearance. Further information can be found on the additional information links at the bottom of the advert.

Job responsibilities

Please read the attached Applicant Pack prior to completing your application form to find out more information.

Please download a copy of the Job Description and Person Specification located under the Supporting documents heading to read more about the advertised role.

As part of making your application we encourage you to review the Trusts Careers webpage Careers :: East Cheshire NHS Trust for more information about working for East Cheshire NHS Trust.

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome all applications irrespective of age, disability, gender, sexual orientation, race or religion. The Trust is a Disability Confident Leader and as such, applicants with disabilities will be offered an interview providing they meet the minimum criteria for the post (outlined in the Person Specification).

We understand that some applicants may choose to use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to assist in preparing their application. While this is not discouraged, it is essential to personalise this information, particularly your supporting information section as these tools cannot fully grasp the context or requirements of the job youre applying for. We kindly remind candidates that all submissions must be truthful and accurately reflect your own experiences and suitability for this role. Personal integrity and authenticity are central to our recruitment process and being a member of East Cheshire NHS Trust.

Applicants are advised to apply early as we reserve the right to close the advert prior to the advertised closing date should we receive a large number of applications.

We look forward to receiving your application.

Person Specification

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse (Adult/Child/Mental Health) with current NMC (Nursing and Midwifery Council) registration.
• Evidence of continuous professional development and upto-date portfolio.
• Teaching, assessing, or mentorship qualification (e.g., ENB 998, Mentorship Module, Practice Assessor).
• Leadership/management qualification or willingness to work towards.
• Evidence of specialist training relevant to the clinical area.

Experience

• Significant post-registration experience within the relevant clinical specialty.
• Previous experience mentoring students or supervising junior staff
• Experience of taking charge or leading a shift
• Experience contributing to service improvement or change
• Experience using audit or reporting tools
• Experience of complaint resolution or patient liaison.
• Experience of rota management, staffing allocation, or redeployment.
• Experience of contributing to financial/resource awareness

Knowledge & Skills

• Up-to-date knowledge of evidencebased practice and national guidance (e.g. NICE, NSF).
• Understanding of clinical governance, audit, and risk management processes.
• Knowledge of safeguarding, infection prevention and control, and patient safety standards.
• Advanced clinical assessment and decision-making skills.
• Ability to coordinate safe admission, transfer, and discharge planning.
• Strong leadership, team-building, and supervisory skills.
• Effective communication skills with patients, families, and multidisciplinary teams.
• Ability to manage competing priorities and work under pressure
• Competent in IT systems and electronic patient records.
• Knowledge of budgetary processes and workforce planning.
• Knowledge of digital systems for patient flow, rostering, and incident reporting
• Presentation and teaching skills for education sessions.
• Skills in service evaluation and change implementation.

Other Role Requirements

• Please refer to the Job Description and Person Specification for further details

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.