Staff Nurse - Bursledon House

NHS; Southampton; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Southampton is seeking a Staff Nurse for Bursledon House. This role involves caring for children with complex medical and psychological conditions, implementing holistic treatment in a supportive environment. The ideal candidate will have a nursing qualification and experience in managing diverse needs. Join a dedicated team committed to providing exceptional care and support for young patients.

Qualifications

• Experience and understanding of caring for children with complex needs.
• Evidence of teaching and supporting learners in practice.

Responsibilities

• Implement individualized and holistic care for children.
• Flexible working including night shifts.

Skills

Caring for children with neurodiversity

Creative thinking

Initiative

Education

Qualified Nurse (Degree/Diploma)

Registered nurse on appropriate part of the register

Job description

Go back University Hospital Southampton NHS Trust

Staff Nurse - Bursledon House

The closing date is 28 May 2025

Bursledon House is a unique provision run by a small but extremely dedicated team. We provide assessment and treatment of complex medical and psychological conditions for children from 0-16 years including:

o Somatoform disorderso Complex bowel issueso Assessment of behaviouro Rehabilitation for children post neurological traumao Management of children on the diabetic and obesity pathwayo Management of children requiring Long Term Ventilationo Complex feeding issues

We implement holistic, medical and psychological models of treatment in a homely and welcoming environment. The unit is a non-medical setting with our own gardens and onsite school. We are part of the Southampton Children's Hospital, part of University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust. We are based on the edge of the Southampton General Hospital site, open Monday to Friday, with the children going home at weekends to consolidate their treatment.

Main duties of the job

Attached you will find the person specification document which provides more detail about the essential and desirable skills and experience needed for this role. We highly recommend you review this document and use it when completing your application as these criteria are used by hiring managers as guidance during shortlisting.

For an overview of the main duties of the role please see the 'Job Description and Main Responsibilities' section below. To understand the day-to-day responsibilities in more detail please read the full job description document attached.

About us

University Hospital Southampton is one of England's largest acute teaching Trusts, offering a wide range of learning and development opportunities to support your career aspirations.

Located on the south coast with an international airport and direct rail links to London, Southampton offers an ideal setting to live and work, with the New Forest, South Downs and Jurassic Coast.

We believe that using technology wisely shows strong time management and commitment to innovation. However, personalizing your recruitment application to highlight your unique skills and experiences is crucial. Relying too heavily on generic, AI-generated content instead of drawing from your own strengths and accomplishments may lead to your application being rejected if multiple candidates present identical or similar information.

At UHS we're committed to providing a flexible working environment where possible. Whether you are balancing family, study, or your wellbeing with your career, we want to support you so you can help our patients.

At UHS, we proudly champion individuality, recognizing that outstanding care is only possible with a diverse, inclusive team. We're committed to creating an anti-racist, anti-discriminatory environment where everyone feels valued, safe, and empowered to make a meaningful impact in our communities. We welcome applicants of all backgrounds, identities, and experiences to join us in building a healthcare community where everyone can belong, thrive, and contribute.

Job responsibilities

Flexible working including night shiftsExperience and understanding of caring for children with neurodiversityImplement individualised and holistic care for children of a variety of ages with complex needsCreative thinking

Person Specification

Qualifications, knowledge and experience

• Qualified Nurse (Degree/Diploma)
• Registered nurse on appropriate part of the register
• Knowledge of current issues within acute Health Service
• Understanding of personal accountability
• Knowledge of own role within the team
• Provide evidence of teaching and supporting learners in practice in the role of practice supervisor
• Awareness of evidence-based practice
• Awareness of responsibilities for management of infection control
• Evidence of on-going personal development
• Able to use initiative
• Evidence of recent study
• Previous experience/qualification in relevant specialty
• Teaching experience

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

University Hospital Southampton NHS Trust

£29,970 to £36,483 a yearPer annum - Pro rata