Senior Sister/ Charge nurse PCCU

TN United Kingdom; London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking healthcare organization as a Band 7 nurse in Paediatric Intensive Care. This role offers a unique opportunity to provide clinical care to critically ill children while developing your managerial and leadership skills. You will thrive in a dynamic environment, teaching others and ensuring high-quality care in partnership with families. With a commitment to excellence and innovation, this position is perfect for those passionate about making a difference in children's lives and contributing to a world-class clinical reputation.

Qualifications

• Registered Children's Nurse with NMC registration required.
• Experience in Paediatric Critical Care at Band 6 level is essential.

Responsibilities

• Lead clinical, organizational, and professional leadership for the nursing team.
• Maintain high standards of nursing care for children and families.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Interpersonal skills

Clinical leadership

Change implementation

Education and training delivery

Education

RSCN / RN Child with current NMC registration

Degree level education or working towards it

Paediatric Intensive Care Course/415 or equivalent

Preparation for Mentorship course or equivalent

APLS

Job description

Job overview

As a Band 7, you will need previous experience working within Paediatric Intensive Care and to have completed your intensive care training. Your main responsibility will be the clinical care of critically ill children, providing an opportunity to share your knowledge, experience, and skills. This position also offers a chance to develop managerial and leadership skills.

You should thrive in a dynamic environment, be willing to teach others, demonstrate self-motivation, and work well in a team. A commitment to professional practice and delivering high-quality, holistic care in partnership with children and their families is essential.

Informal visits are encouraged. For more information or to arrange a visit, contact Chloe Street, Matron, at 02035940373 or via email.

Main duties of the job

The postholder will lead by example as an expert specialist nurse, providing clinical, organizational, and professional leadership to the nursing team. As an expert in Paediatric Intensive Care, the postholder will set and maintain high standards of nursing care for children and their families, both at the unit level and in clinical practice.

Working for our organization

Barts Health is one of the largest NHS trusts in the country and a leading healthcare provider. We are on an improvement journey to become an outstanding organization with a world-class clinical reputation, striving for excellence, innovation, and safe, compassionate care. We value inclusion and are committed to creating an environment where every staff member feels a sense of belonging.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

The full job description and person specification outline the key tasks, responsibilities, qualifications, skills, experience, and knowledge required. Please view the attached documents for detailed information.

Person specification

Qualifications

• RSCN / RN Child with current NMC registration
• Educated to degree level or working towards it
• Paediatric Intensive Care Course/415 or equivalent
• Preparation for Mentorship course or equivalent
• Evidence of continued professional development
• APLS

Experience

• 18 months experience at band 6 within Paediatric Critical Care
• Experience working within a Level 3 Unit

Knowledge

• Understanding aligned with your level, culture, and communication preferences
• Encourages effective participation of all involved
• Proactive in exploring communication styles and methods for long-term needs
• Provides feedback on communication appropriately
• Maintains accurate communication records
• Recognizes and addresses barriers to effective communication

Skills

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Ability to implement change to improve patient care
• Clinical leadership skills using computerized reporting systems
• Adaptability to changing workloads
• Planning and delivering education and training at all levels