Staff Nurse Walrus Ward

TN United Kingdom; London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dedicated and friendly team as a Permanent Band 5 Staff Nurse in a vibrant ward focused on cardiac care. This role offers the chance to provide high-quality nursing care to children and their families, ensuring their needs are met with compassion and professionalism. You'll play a crucial part in planning and evaluating care programs while also supervising and supporting your colleagues. This is more than just a job; it’s an opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of young patients. If you are dynamic, enthusiastic, and passionate about nursing, we want to hear from you!

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse with evidence of ongoing professional development.
• Experience working with sick children or transferable skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality nursing care for children and young people.
• Supervise and support ward team members effectively.

Skills

Communication Skills

Time Management

Delegation Skills

Ability to Plan and Prioritize Care

Family-Centered Care

Education

NMC Registered Nurse

Relevant Nursing Qualification

Assessor or Practice Supervisor Qualification

Tools

Basic Computer Skills

Job description

An opportunity has arisen for a Permanent Band 5 Staff Nurse to join our small & friendly team on Walrus Ward.

Walrus Ward is open Monday – Friday, 07:30-19:30, and cares for patients undergoing Cardiac investigations/procedures as day cases, as well as Pre-admissions for Cardiac Surgery. We see 12-18 patients daily in our 6-bed unit, requiring staff to be dynamic, enthusiastic, and quick-thinking.

Main duties of the job

Clinical: To provide high-quality nursing care for children, young people, and their families. To plan, assess, implement, and evaluate care programs and supervise staff accordingly.

Managerial: To supervise and support ward team members, ensuring appropriate care and that treatments prescribed by medical staff are executed. To inform multidisciplinary team members of any changes in patient conditions.

Educational: To actively assist in the education and training of learners and junior staff, collaborating with universities to uphold professional standards.

Working for our organisation

GOSH is committed to recruiting based on ability and merit through a fair, open, and unbiased process. We promote diversity and inclusion, valuing all staff regardless of race, religion, gender, age, disability, or background. We welcome applications from BAME communities, people with disabilities, and LGBT+ members.

Our policies ensure fair treatment for all employees. We are proud to be a Disability Confident Employer, a member of Business Disability Forum, and a Stonewall Diversity Champion. We support active staff networks that foster an inclusive environment.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

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

Person specification

Values

• GOSH Values
• NMC Registered Nurse (appropriate to clinical specialty)
• Relevant nursing qualification
• Evidence of ongoing professional development and competencies
• Assessor or practice supervisor qualification/experience

Experience/Knowledge

• Experience working with sick children or transferable skills
• Understanding of current issues in children’s nursing
• Knowledge of research and evidence-based practice
• Basic computer skills
• Understanding of safeguarding policies
• Fulfilling Revalidation requirements
• Knowledge of clinical governance (risk management, audit, quality)
• Experience working in a diverse team and fostering an inclusive culture
• Knowledge of clinical incidents, complaints, and reporting
• Relevant NHS experience preferred
• Knowledge of ward specialties

Skills/Abilities

• Ability to plan and prioritize care
• Commitment to family-centered care
• Excellent communication skills
• Good time management and teaching skills
• Ability to work independently and in a team
• Delegation skills