Senior Paediatric Emergency Nurse Lead

Cardiff and Vale University Health Board; Cardiff; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

Cardiff and Vale University Health Board is seeking an experienced Paediatric Emergency Department Senior Staff Nurse (Band 6) to join the University Hospital of Wales. The role involves leading the nursing team in a high-pressured, complex paediatric emergency setting with exposure to trauma and major incident care.

Applicants should hold RSCN/RPN and demonstrate substantial Emergency Medicine experience, with a commitment to CPD.

Qualifications

• Registered Children's Nurse with RSCN/RPN qualification.
• Significant experience in Emergency Medicine.
• Clear evidence of continuing professional development (CPD).

Responsibilities

• Manage flow in the Paediatric Emergency Unit and provide effective leadership of the nursing team.
• Demonstrate clinical expertise in Emergency Nursing and major trauma care.
• Ensure strong communication with colleagues and patients, with emphasis on patient safety.
• Support change and innovation in a challenging environment.

Skills

Emergency Nursing

Clinical leadership

Communication skills

CPD evidence

Education

RSCN/RPN qualification

Job description

Cardiff and Vale University Health Board is seeking an experienced Paediatric Emergency Department Senior Staff Nurse (Band 6) to join the University Hospital of Wales. The role involves leading the nursing team in a high-pressured, complex paediatric emergency setting with exposure to trauma and major incident care.

Applicants should hold RSCN/RPN and demonstrate substantial Emergency Medicine experience, with a commitment to CPD.