Paediatric ED Charge Nurse — Lead & Mentor Team

Bedfordshire Hospitals; Luton, Dunstable; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 48,000; Part time

Job summary

Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust invites applications for a Band 6 Sister/Charge Nurse in the Paediatric Emergency Department at Luton & Dunstable Hospital. This 9‑month secondment/fixed‑term post is part‑time (27.75 hours) and includes night and weekend shifts, with salary pro rata (£39,959 – £48,117 per year).

You will support nursing leadership, mentor staff, ensure high standards of care, and participate in ongoing professional development with internal training opportunities.

Qualifications

• Registered Children’s Nurse with current live PIN on NMC.
• Evidence of CPD/registrations.
• Diploma or Degree level study.
• EPALS course or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Assist with management of the nursing team under ward leadership.
• Communicate treatment plans and maintain accurate nursing records.

Skills

Leadership

Intravenous medications

Cannulation & Venepuncture

Sickness/Capability management

Education

NMC registered Children’s Nurse

Diploma or Degree

EPALS

Job description

Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust invites applications for a Band 6 Sister/Charge Nurse in the Paediatric Emergency Department at Luton & Dunstable Hospital. This 9‑month secondment/fixed‑term post is part‑time (27.75 hours) and includes night and weekend shifts, with salary pro rata (£39,959 – £48,117 per year).

You will support nursing leadership, mentor staff, ensure high standards of care, and participate in ongoing professional development with internal training opportunities.