Staff Nurse - Acorn Unit

TN United Kingdom; London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established healthcare provider is seeking a dedicated RSCN to join a vibrant pediatric ward. This role offers the opportunity to provide high-quality care to children aged 0-16, ensuring individualized support in a collaborative environment. With a commitment to professional development and flexible working arrangements, this position is perfect for those passionate about making a difference in the lives of young patients. Join a team that values diversity and fosters a sense of belonging while delivering compassionate care in a supportive setting.

Benefits

Flexible working arrangements

Training and development opportunities

Supportive work environment

Buddy system for new staff

Qualifications

• Registered nurse with current RSCN qualification.
• Degree level education or in progress is required.

Responsibilities

• Provide effective care to pediatric patients aged 0-16 years.
• Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team for patient care.

Skills

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Effective interpersonal skills

Excellent organisational skills

Professional integrity and credibility

Adaptable and able to handle changing workloads

Caring for pediatric patients in an acute ward setting

Education

RSCN / RN Child with current registration

Educated to degree level or working towards it

Preparation for mentorship course or equivalent

Job description

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If you want to work in a friendly, professional, and supportive environment then this job is for you. We are looking for energetic and dedicated RSCN band 5 to join our team.

We offer training and development opportunities to help you further develop and grow in your professional career. Your health and wellbeing matter to us, so we provide flexible working arrangements that help you balance life’s demands, along with an environment that fosters appreciation and respect.

We have a focus group that assigns each new staff member a buddy for ongoing support during your first year on the ward. Here on Acorn ward, we champion diversity and inclusion, where you can be yourself and where all staff are treated fairly.

Acorn pediatric ward has a 24-bed acute medical facility, providing high-quality care to patients aged 0-16 years. We collaborate with other members of the multidisciplinary team to ensure effective outcomes for all our service users.

We embed our trust values into our daily work.

Main duties of the job

To provide effective care to patients aged 0-16 years within a paediatric acute inpatient ward. Ensuring the delivery of the highest standard of individualised care to children and their families in collaboration with the interdisciplinary team. The post holder will maintain professionalism at all times and ensure that care is provided using our WeCare values.

Working for our organisation

Barts Health is one of the largest NHS trusts in the country and a leading healthcare provider in Britain.

The Barts Health group of NHS hospitals is entering an exciting new era on its journey to becoming an outstanding organisation with a world-class clinical reputation. Having lifted itself out of special measures, we now have the momentum to improve all our services for patients continually.

Our vision is to be a high-performing group of NHS hospitals, renowned for excellence and innovation, providing safe and compassionate care to patients in east London and beyond. We aim to deliver high standards of harm-free care, ensure timely and appropriate patient care, and foster an outstanding work environment where our WeCare values guide us in our teamwork.

We are committed to promoting inclusion and ensuring every staff member feels a sense of belonging. We value diversity and support an inclusive working environment.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

We are dedicated to making our trust an outstanding place to work and will support you to gain the best experience. We understand that flexible working means different things for different people, and we are inclusive in accommodating these needs. If you're interested in flexible working, please discuss this with the recruiting manager.

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

Person specification

Qualifications

• RSCN / RN Child with current registration
• Educated to degree level or working towards it
• Preparation for mentorship course or equivalent

Experience

• Paediatric experience within an acute paediatric setting

Knowledge

• Knowledge and experience in Safeguarding Children
• Evidence of continued professional development

Skills

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Effective interpersonal skills
• Excellent organisational skills
• Displays professional integrity and credibility
• Adaptable and able to handle changing workloads
• Sufficient skills and knowledge in caring for pediatric patients in an acute ward setting

Other

• Positive attitude and ability to work under pressure