Paediatric ED Lead Nurse | Shift & Care Excellence

Zur Gluten Free Ltd; Watford; Hybrid; GBP 28,000 - 36,000; Part time

Job summary

West Hertfordshire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust is seeking an experienced paediatric ED nurse to join our Children’s Emergency Department at Watford General Hospital. This part-time position offers 34.5 hours per week in a busy, child-friendly environment with a dedicated team and strong professional development opportunities.

You will provide high standards of care for acutely ill children, support paediatric patient flow, and contribute to a culture of evidence-based practice in line with

Qualifications

• Qualified paediatric nurse with current UK registration (NMC).
• Experience in paediatric emergency care and acute assessment.
• Commitment to ongoing professional development and quality improvement.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate staffing across the Children’s ED and Paediatrics on a shift basis.
• Provide high-standard clinical care to acutely unwell children.
• Support paediatric patient flow and inter-team collaboration.
• Lead and mentor junior staff and contribute to teaching and training.

Skills

Emergency nursing

Shift management

Clinical leadership

Team communication

Education

RSCN/RN CHILD

English language proficiency

CPD/Continuing professional development

Degree in Children's Nursing

Job description

West Hertfordshire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust is seeking an experienced paediatric ED nurse to join our Children’s Emergency Department at Watford General Hospital. This part-time position offers 34.5 hours per week in a busy, child-friendly environment with a dedicated team and strong professional development opportunities.

You will provide high standards of care for acutely ill children, support paediatric patient flow, and contribute to a culture of evidence-based practice in line with