Band 6 Paediatric Sister / Charge Nurse

Our new dedicated Children's Emergency Department are seeking a motivated, committed and dynamic Band 6 Paediatric Sister/Charge Nurse to join us on flexibly on a part time permanent contract.
As a sister /charge nurse, you will be expected to ensure that all staff working within the department on a daily basis are able to provide and be provided with mentoring, supervision and teaching of new and junior members of the nursing team.
You must be able to demonstrate substantial ED nursing experience with a pro-active approach to delivering a high standard of evidence based care.
We recognise the importance of progression and nurturing our own staff, this will start with a supernumerary induction program and ongoing professional development tailored to your individual learning needs and supported by our Paediatric Practice Educator., An opportunity with responsibility for the organisation and management of resources in the provision of emergency health care given to patients aged 0-18 years old.
To work as part of the multi-disciplinary team ensuring the co-ordination and flow of patients in a safe but timely manner to meet the government emergency care targets.
Undertake supervision, mentorship and where appropriate teach registered and non-registered nursing staff.
Ensuring that staff provide the highest achievable standard of emergency care

Working for our organisation
Why work with us
Our Emergency department assesses treats and admits or discharges over 25,000 emergency patients, aged 0-18 years old per year and has an admission rate of between 10 - 30 patients per day.
Upon joining us you will be part of a multi-disciplinary team, working with and supporting all members of that team both within and external to the Directorate, and you will work in partnership with the Nurse Team Manager and Paediatric Band 7 nurse., Please refer to your suitability to the post in your supporting information from the role requirements or person specification.
You will be joining the organisation at an exciting time. As the first fully integrated care organisation in England, we are working to improve the way we deliver safe, high-quality health and social care. We have a positive and vibrant working atmosphere, we are proud of our investment in our staff both in terms of developing potential career skills and valuing people.
If you provide support to a family member or friend with health or care needs, we aim to be a Carer-friendly employer. We have a 'Staff Carers' policy which includes flexible working where possible and a Carer's Passport scheme that links you into support and discounts.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
+ We reserve the right to close vacancies early if we receive a high volume of applications. Therefore, we encourage you to apply promptly.
+ Please read the job description carefully and tailor your application to reflect the requirements of the role.
+ Applicants who identify in their application form they are a part of the Armed Forces community will be guaranteed an interview, provided they meet the minimum essential criteria outlined in the job description and person specification for the role. Step into Health guidance can be found on our NHS Employers website.
+ Correspondence will be sent via Trac, text, and email. Please ensure you check your email and Trac account regularly.
+ Applicants with no previous NHS experience will ordinarily be appointed to the minimum of the band.
+ If you have not received an invitation to interview within 28 days of the closing date, please assume that your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion.
+ It is your responsibility to ensure the timely receipt of appropriate references.
The Trust is committed to preventing discrimination, valuing diversity and achieving equality of opportunity. No person (staff, patient or public) will receive less favourable treatment on the grounds of the nine protected characteristics as governed by the Equality Act 2010. If you require support you can obtain this from our Equality Business Forum which has representatives from all protected groups.