About this role
Job summary
We are offering an exciting professional development opportunity for a Paediatric Registered Nurse to join Caterpillar Ward.
We are a general medical ward caring for children from 0-12 with varying medical conditions, illnesses and needs. Our patients are admitted from a multitude of areas including Paediatric Intensive Care (PICU), Neonatal intensive Care and the Southwest region. Caterpillar Ward is our largest ward at Bristol Royal Hospital for Children - We cover 32 beds, 8 of these placed in our medical high dependency unit.
We are looking for an enthusiastic and motivated individual to be an integral part of the team on Caterpillar ward.You will gain experience in looking after children of different ages, from a wide range of medical specialties. We have a High Dependency Unit (HDU) that you can further develop your skills. Education is a key focus for us as we provide plenty of opportunity to attend courses at university, online and those run through our Faculty of Children's Nurse Education. Caterpillar has a fantastic and supportive team, and we would love to welcome you to our ward!
Applicants are required to have:
Registered Sick Children's Nurse (RSCN) or RN (Child Branch - Part 15) Current NMC registration Broad knowledge and experience of clinical nursing practice within a hospital environment Interest in the clinical area
Main duties of the job
Communication and Relationship skills:
Demonstrate politeness, courtesy and sensitivity in providing compassionate care for patients, visitors/relatives and colleagues. Contribute towards sharing good practice within the ward/department and Trust wide. Promote a positive image of University Hospital Bristol & Weston NHS Foundation Trust at all times. Work cohesively with all members of the ward team and promote effective liaison with all members of the multi-disciplinary team in ensuring that the very best services to patients are provided at all times. Communicate effectively within the team, participate in motivating and supporting team members and maintain confidentiality with patients and carers. Give written and verbal advice/teaching to patients and carers.
About us
University Hospitals Bristol and Weston NHS Foundation Trust (UHBW) is one of the largest acute Trusts in the country, bringing together a combined workforce of over 13,000 staff and over 100 different clinical services across 10 different sites, serving a core population of more than 500,000 people across South West England. UHBW has been rated by the CQC as 'Good' overall and our staff are proud to deliver excellent care to the people of Bristol, Weston and beyond. As a forward- thinking multi-award winning Trust and a digital exemplar committed to improving patient care, our world-leading research and innovations are having a positive local and global impact. Our hospitals are spread across Bristol and Weston, join us and you can enjoy the very best of both worlds; city living within a stone's throw of the countryside or beside the seaside, both with easy access to all that the South West has to offer. UHBW is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. As an equal opportunities employer actively working towards a diverse workforce we aim to recruit and retain a workforce which represents the rich diversity of the local population at all levels and are committed to designing our services around the needs of individual patients and those around them. Anonymous information will be used from your application in order to ensure we're meeting our pledge.
Job description Job responsibilities
For a more detailed job description and main responsibilities, please refer to the job description document attached to this vacancy.
Person Specification
Training & Qualifications Essential
RGN.1st Level or relevant children's qualification Current NMC Registration
Desirable
Training Qualification or equivalent experience Relevant post registration course
Knowledge & Experience Essential
Broad knowledge and experience of clinical nursing practice withing a hospital environment Interest in the clinical area
Desirable
Previous experience of speciality Experience of taking charge Experience of teaching
Skills & Abilities Essential
Good basic level of English language demonstrated through effective written and verbal communication skills Ability to solve problems and use initiative Ability to develop own clinical skills and a willingness to participate in continuing professional development Competency in medication administration including IV drug administration or willingness to undergo training Basic IT skills (e.g. Microsoft packages) Ability to take the lead, initiate and ensure appropriate action in response to the deteriorating patient Interpersonal skills - Calm - Supportive - Motivated - Professional Willingness to develop teaching skills Able to prioritise workload Able to manage difficult situations Awareness of audit & research Self-motivated A team player Recognition of own limits Flexible working practices for 24 hour service General good health, Able to work on feet for long periods. Aware that the role can be stressful and emotional at times.
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.
Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer details Employer name University Hospitals Bristol and Weston NHS Foundation Trust (UHBW)
Address Bristol Royal Hospital for Children
Bristol
BS2 8BJ
Employer's website https://www.uhbw.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)