Paediatric Charge Nurse - Emergency Dept (Band 6)

Buckinghamshire Healthcare NHS Trust; Aylesbury; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 48,000; Part time

Job summary

Buckinghamshire Healthcare NHS Trust is seeking a Band 6 Junior Sister/Charge Nurse for Paediatrics in Stoke Mandeville, Aylesbury. 23 hours per week, part time, with flexible working options.

The role includes shift leadership and delivering high-quality paediatric care in our fast-paced ED and Observation Unit. The post requires a Registered Nurse Child (Level 1) with paediatric experience, leadership skills, and a commitment to patient- and family-centred care.

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse Child (Level 1) with current UK registration.
• Significant experience in acute paediatric healthcare.
• Experience as shift/team leader.
• Able to teach students, staff and parents.

Responsibilities

• Lead shift and provide professional and managerial leadership in the absence of the Unit manager.
• Carry out comprehensive assessment of a child’s nursing needs.
• Undertake triage and risk assessments to inform care.
• Develop care plans with parents and child within development stage.
• Review effectiveness of care and take necessary actions.

Skills

Communication skills

Leadership

Paediatric care

Team leadership

Education

Registered Nurse Child (Level 1)

MSPP or equivalent

Level 3 Child Protection

CPD evidence

Nursing Degree

Job description

Buckinghamshire Healthcare NHS Trust is seeking a Band 6 Junior Sister/Charge Nurse for Paediatrics in Stoke Mandeville, Aylesbury. 23 hours per week, part time, with flexible working options.

The role includes shift leadership and delivering high-quality paediatric care in our fast-paced ED and Observation Unit. The post requires a Registered Nurse Child (Level 1) with paediatric experience, leadership skills, and a commitment to patient- and family-centred care.