Paediatric Critical Care Practice Lead Nurse

East Kent Hospitals University NHS Foundation Trust

England

On-site

GBP 55,000 - 75,000

Full time

3 days ago

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Job summary

East Kent Hospitals University NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a Paediatric Practice Development Lead Nurse (Critical Care) to lead education, competency development and clinical practice for Level 1 and Level 2 Paediatric Critical Care as part of the new service expansion. You will drive workforce development, embed evidence‑based practice and support senior leaders in shaping services across East Kent.

The role requires an experienced children's nurse with strong leadership and teaching

Qualifications

Registered Children's Nurse with current NMC registration.
Children's Critical Care Course and Level 2 Paediatric Critical Care competencies.
Evidence of continuous professional development and ongoing engagement.
Advanced Life Support qualification.
Master's degree or postgraduate study relevant to paediatric critical care.
Level 3 Paediatric Intensive Care competencies or PICU course.

Responsibilities

Lead education, competency development and clinical practice for Level 1 and Level 2 Paediatric Critical Care in East Kent.
Drive workforce development and quality improvement initiatives across AKH units.
Embed evidence-based practice and guide service development at strategic level.
Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and regional networks to implement the new service.
Provide coaching and education to nursing staff and lead care improvement projects.