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Paediatric Nurse - Emergency Department (RSCN only)

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Taunton

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GBP 29,000 - 37,000

Full time

2 days ago

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Job summary

Join a leading healthcare provider as a qualified paediatric nurse in the Emergency Department at Musgrove Park Hospital. This role offers opportunities for career development, flexible working, and a chance to make a real difference in children's lives. You will be part of a dedicated team, providing high-quality care and support to families in a fast-paced environment.

Benefits

Flexible working options

NHS pension scheme

Generous annual leave allowance

Career development opportunities

Blue Light Card for discounts

Qualifications

Registered Sick Children's Nurse diploma required.
Willingness to work towards degree level.
Teaching/Mentorship qualification is desirable.

Responsibilities

Provide high-quality care to paediatric patients in emergency situations.
Assess, plan, and deliver nursing care for children of all ages.
Work alongside a multidisciplinary team.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Empathy

Decision-making

Education

Registered Sick Children's Nurse diploma

Willingness to work towards degree level

Teaching/Mentorship Qualification

Job summary

Our Nurses are real life health care heroes, and we are seeking compassionate people with experience of working in a hospital environment to join our integrated trust.

This opportunity is for qualified paediatric nurses that are Registered Sick Children's Nurses to join our emergency department, based at Musgrove Park in Taunton.

Alongside joining the ED team, we are proud to offer an opportunity to undergo a rotation with our Paediatric Units here at Musgrove.

As a fully integrated trust, we can offer a collaborative approach to your career with us, meaning if you so choose, there would be opportunities to rotate across all sites and directorates to ensure your skills and knowledge are as broad as they possibly can be. You are the greatest investment we can make.

We value our RSCNs highly, so development and training within this role will be offered and prioritised. There is an expectation that hours are worked flexibly over a rota basis which does include nights and weekends. We have full time and part time hours available.

You will require good communication skills, a team work approach and be able provide a high standard of nursing care with the support of your team.

Informal visits/chats always welcome - contact us today to discuss the position in more detail or organise for you to come and visit!

Main duties of the job

As a Paediatric Nurse in the Emergency Department, you will:

Provide high-quality care to paediatric patients in emergency situations.

Assess, plan, and deliver nursing care for children of all ages.

Work alongside a multidisciplinary team, including doctors, healthcare assistants, and specialists.

Ensure family-centered care is provided and offer emotional support to parents and guardians.

Participate in the assessment and management of acutely ill and injured children.

Be part of a supportive, professional, and passionate team committed to delivering the best outcomes for paediatric patients.

Contribute to continuous improvement and participate in clinical audits and training.

About us

At Somerset NHS Foundation Trust, we're committed to supporting our employees with a range of benefits designed to enhance your professional and personal life. We offer:

Flexible working options to help you balance work and life
NHS pension scheme for long-term financial security
Generous annual leave allowance to recharge and relax
A strong focus on career development to help you grow and achieve your potential

Additionally, you'll gain access to our Blue Light Card, unlocking exclusive discounts on shopping, dining, and leisure activities, as well as NHS-specific perks to support you both inside and outside of work.

We are proud to foster a diverse, skilled, and inclusive workforce, and we encourage applications from all backgrounds.

Why Somerset? Somerset offers the perfect blend of idyllic countryside, outstanding areas of natural beauty, and breathtaking coastlines, with vibrant cities like Bristol, Bath, and Exeter just a short drive away - and only two hours to London.

The region is home to excellent educational facilities, and with affordable housing compared to other parts of the country, it's a great place to build both your career and your future.

Somerset truly has it all - the peaceful countryside and cosmopolitan city life, with something for everyone to enjoy.

Details Date posted

22 May 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 5

Salary

£29,970 to £36,483 a year

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Part-time

Reference number

184-OL-OR-2617

Job locations

Musgrove Park Hospital

Musgrove Road

Taunton

Somerset

TA1 5DA

Job description Job responsibilities

For the main duties and responsibilities for this role please read the attached job description and person specification. When completing your application please ensure your supporting statement reflects the criteria set out in these documents by showing how your experience and skills apply to this post.

Job description Job responsibilities

Person Specification Qualifications Essential

Registered Sick Children's Nurse diploma and working towards or willing to work towards degree level.

Desirable

Teaching/Mentorship Qualification.

Experience Desirable

Emergency Department-focused skills

Additional Criteria Essential

Willingness to use technology to improve standards of care and support to our patients.
Empathy when giving sensitive information.
Influencing and persuasion skills.
Decision-making skills.
Confident and able to relate to staff, patients and relatives in a professional manner relevant to the environment.
Aware of accountability for own professional actions.
Maintain NMC registration by undertaking minimum clinical hours and work within the NMC code of professional conduct.

Person Specification Qualifications Essential

Registered Sick Children's Nurse diploma and working towards or willing to work towards degree level.

Desirable

Teaching/Mentorship Qualification.

Experience Desirable

Emergency Department-focused skills

Additional Criteria Essential

Willingness to use technology to improve standards of care and support to our patients.
Empathy when giving sensitive information.
Influencing and persuasion skills.
Decision-making skills.
Confident and able to relate to staff, patients and relatives in a professional manner relevant to the environment.
Aware of accountability for own professional actions.
Maintain NMC registration by undertaking minimum clinical hours and work within the NMC code of professional conduct.

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.

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Additional information Disclosure and Barring Service Check

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details Employer name

Somerset NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Musgrove Park Hospital

Musgrove Road

Taunton

Somerset