Senior Paediatric ED Charge Nurse | Team Leader

Southend University Hospital NHS Trust; Leigh on Sea; On-site; GBP 43,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Southend University Hospital NHS Trust is seeking a Band 7 Charge Nurse for the Paediatric Emergency Department. The role involves leading the ED team, coordinating patient care and resources, and ensuring safe, high-quality services for children.

The ideal candidate will have extensive paediatric emergency experience, strong communication and managerial skills, and a commitment to staff development within the department.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate staff and resources to ensure safe paediatric ED operations.
• Lead as Nurse in Charge/shift co-ordinator to deliver high-quality holistic care.
• Oversee appraisals and sickness management for the team.
• Collaborate with Paediatric Assessment Unit and Neptune Paediatric Ward to optimise patient flow.

Job description

Southend University Hospital NHS Trust is seeking a Band 7 Charge Nurse for the Paediatric Emergency Department. The role involves leading the ED team, coordinating patient care and resources, and ensuring safe, high-quality services for children.

The ideal candidate will have extensive paediatric emergency experience, strong communication and managerial skills, and a commitment to staff development within the department.