Paediatric Site Practitioner

HCA Healthcare UK; Greater London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider is looking for a Paediatric Site Practitioner for The Portland Hospital for Women & Children. In this full-time role, you will provide 24/7 clinical cover and manage acutely unwell pediatric patients. Ideal candidates will have experience in HDU/Critical Care, hold current APLS/EPALS certification, and possess strong communication skills. Competitive salary and excellent benefits including private healthcare and pension are offered. Join us in providing exceptional care to women and children.

Benefits

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Private healthcare insurance

Private pension contribution

Season ticket loan

Cycle to Work scheme

Group life assurance

Critical illness cover

Enhanced maternity and paternity pay

Corporate staff discount

Flexible health and lifestyle benefits

Qualifications

• NMC registered nurse specialized in pediatrics.
• Experience in High Dependency Units or Critical Care settings.
• Competence in paediatric physical assessments.
• Current certification in APLS or EPALS.

Responsibilities

• Provide a visible clinical presence and act as a role model.
• Coordinate resources and support the Clinical Emergency Team.
• Involved in PICU step-down process and bed allocation.
• Participate in the Paediatric Hospital at Night Team.
• Apply advanced nursing skills in a varied role.

Skills

NMC RN Child

HDU/Critical Care experience

Paediatric physical assessment skills

Current APLS/EPALS provider

Ability to work effectively under pressure

Evidence of CPD

Job description

Paediatric Site Practitioner (PSP)

The Portland Hospital for Women & Children
Full‑time: 37.5 hours per week
Permanent shifts: evenings, nights, two weekends per month
Salary: competitive + benefits (pension, health cover, flexible benefits)

Overview

We’re looking for a Paediatric Site Practitioner to join a private hospital dedicated to the healthcare needs of women and children. The role provides 24/7 cover across our wards, supporting assessment and management of acutely unwell and deteriorating paediatric patients and escalating into HDU/PICU as appropriate.

Day‑to‑Day Responsibilities

• Provide a visible clinical presence and act as a role model and expert practitioner
• Coordinate resources, work closely with on‑site Duty Managers and support the Clinical Emergency Team
• Involved in the PICU step‑down process, admissions via outpatients and urgent care centre and bed allocation
• Out‑of‑hours participation in the Paediatric Hospital at Night Team and support ward staff with challenging situations
• Apply advanced nursing skills in a varied role requiring clinical skills and good communication

Qualifications & Skills

• NMC RN Child
• HDU/Critical Care experience
• Paediatric physical assessment skills
• Current APLS/EPALS provider
• Ability to work effectively under pressure
• Evidence of CPD (e.g. Professional Portfolio)

Benefits

• 25 days holiday each year (plus bank holidays), with option to buy or sell leave
• Private healthcare insurance for treatment at leading hospitals
• Private pension contribution increasing with length of service
• Season ticket loan and Cycle to Work scheme
• Group life assurance from day one
• Critical illness cover
• Enhanced maternity and paternity pay
• Corporate staff discount for all facilities including maternity packages at The Portland
• Comprehensive range of flexible health, protection and lifestyle benefits
• Discounts with over 800 major retailers

Diversity & Inclusion

Patients first, colleagues always. We create a truly inclusive environment where individual differences are celebrated and everyone can achieve their potential. Flexible working arrangements, reasonable adjustments and support are available throughout the recruitment process and in the workplace.