Paediatric Registered Nurse - Paediatric Emergency Department

NHS; Chichester; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent healthcare institution in the UK is seeking a qualified Paediatric Registered Nurse for their Emergency Department. This role requires a minimum of 6-12 months of post-registration experience in an acute hospital setting. You will join a supportive team dedicated to providing high standards of patient care and will have opportunities for further training. The position offers competitive compensation ranging from £31,049 to £37,796 per annum pro rata, as well as the possibility of visa sponsorship.

Qualifications

• Minimum 6-12 months post-registration experience.
• Experience in an acute hospital setting is required.
• Willingness to undertake mentorship training.

Responsibilities

• Assess and evaluate care given to patients.
• Maintain high standards of patient care.
• Liaise with social services and safeguarding teams.

Skills

Child nursing

Communication skills

Teamwork

Acute care experience

Education

RN Child / RSCN or dual trained

Post qualification experience in an acute hospital setting

PILS certification

IV competency

Job description

Paediatric Registered Nurse - Paediatric Emergency Department

University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust (279)

The closing date is 25 January 2026

We welcome applications from those who currently hold a UK NMC registration. If you currently hold an overseas nursing qualification and require sponsorship we are not currently direct hiring Internationally Qualified Nurses.

Are you a qualified Paediatric Nurse with a minimum of 6‑12 months post registration experience and looking for a new challenge?

We have an exciting opportunity for band 5 paediatric nurses to join our supportive and friendly team of fantastic paediatric nurses in the emergency department.

We are looking for nurses who are motivated, enthusiastic and who possess excellent interpersonal and communication skills along with the ability to work within a multi‑disciplinary team within the fast paced environment of the Emergency Department, to join our friendly team in paediatric ED. We see approx. 12,000 children a year and that number is ever increasing.

We have relocated the paediatric emergency department and it is now a bright, modern new area. We also have a trainee paediatric Emergency Practitioner starting with the team to ensure clear pathways of progression for our paediatric team.

We encourage our staff to undertake specific courses such as PILS, APLS, Mentorship, Stabilisation of the acutely unwell child as well as in house training such as venepuncture and cannulation. We have regular simulation training with the paediatric medical team. You will develop skills in resus and paediatric major's patients, as well as minor injuries and illnesses.

Main duties of the job

To provide the highest standard of assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of care as required within the Paediatric Emergency Department. To utilise a variety of strategies to communicate effectively with children and their family/carers, the MDT, other departments within the trust and pertinent agencies outside the organisation.

In order to deliver the above, you will require a general understanding and knowledge of children's health needs including recent acute care experience. You may take responsibility for a specific area within the Emergency Department during a span of duty during absence of more senior staff.

About us

At UHSussex, diversity is our strength, and we want you to feel included to help us always deliver Excellent Care Everywhere, as shown in our Outstanding for Caring CQC rating. Your uniqueness and experiences will be part of our creative and innovative community where everyone is encouraged to succeed. We have a range of staff networks to help break down barriers, and can offer a buddy to help new members settle in. We're proud to be a Disability Confident Employer (Level 3) and a Veteran Aware Trust.

Job responsibilities

This role is eligible for visa sponsorship under the UK Visas & Immigration (UKVI) Skilled Worker route however sponsorship can only be provided where applicants meet the specific requirements set by UKVI, including the relevant skill and salary thresholds (£25000), and any role-specific criteria.

• Assess, plan, implement and evaluate care given to patients
• Maintaining high standards of patient care
• To acquire competency in basic nursing skills for ED
• To liaise closely with social services, safeguarding team, site team and the children's ward to ensure the safety and wellbeing of children seen in ED when required
• To ensure the safety of patients in accordance with local and national safeguarding process
• Be proactive in maintaining local and national Quality Indicators for ED
• Ensure the accurate documentation of patient care in notes
• To assist in the admission, transfer and discharge of patients in accordance with local policy.
• To maintain awareness of and comply with Trust policies and protocols at all times.
• To work effectively within the multi-disciplinary team in order to achieve desired outcomes for patients and their families
• To fulfil the role of the departmental triage nurse, utilising advanced skills of assessment, prioritisation, decision-making, risk management and communication skills.
• To have responsibility for the security and maintenance of equipment belonging to the Emergency Department
• Ensuring patient safety at all times
• Never undertaking practice that you do not feel competent in
• Respond to incidents and complaints as they arise, reporting to senior
• Ensure all communication is presented appropriately to the different recipients, according to levels of understanding, type of communication being imparted and possible barriers such as language, culture, understanding or physical or mental health conditions.

Please see Job Description and Person Specification for full details.

Person Specification

Experience/Qualifications

• RN Child / RSCN or dual trained
• Post qualification experience in an acute hospital setting
• PILS
• Previous ED experience
• Evidence of further study
• IV competency
• Mentorship or willingness to undertake

Equality, Diversity and Inclusion

• Evidence of having championed diversity in previous roles (as appropriate to role).
• Evidence of having undertaken own development to improve understanding of equalities issues

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.

University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust (279)

£31,049 to £37,796 a year per annum pro rata