Paediatric ITU Nurse

Date: 2026-09-26T00:00:00

Location: Wakefield, West Yorkshire, GB, WF1 3

Application deadline: 2026-12-28T19:00:59.553

Role Overview

Muve Healthcare is seeking experienced Paediatric ITU Nurses to deliver high-quality, specialist clinical care to children and young people with complex health needs within their own homes. This role offers the opportunity to utilise advanced critical care skills in a one-to-one, family-centred environment, supporting children to live safely and comfortably at home while promoting dignity, independence, and quality of life.

What We Offer

One-to-one care with a strong focus on clinical excellence

Flexible working patterns to support work-life balance

Competitive pay rates

Ongoing clinical training and competency refreshers

Dedicated clinical and operational support

The opportunity to make a meaningful difference to children and families

About the role

Key Responsibilities

Deliver safe, evidence-based paediatric intensive care-level nursing in the service user's home

Provide one-to-one care for children with complex medical needs, including but not limited to:
- Tracheostomy care and management
- Ventilation (invasive and non-invasive)
- Enteral feeding (PEG, NJ, NG)
- Oxygen therapy and airway management
- Complex medication administration

Carry out comprehensive clinical assessments and respond promptly to changes in condition

Develop, implement, and review individualised care plans in line with clinical guidance and family preferences

Work collaboratively with families, MDTs, and external healthcare professionals

Maintain accurate, timely clinical documentation and reports

Act as an advocate for the child and family, ensuring safeguarding and best practice at all times

Adhere to Muve Healthcare policies, CQC standards, and professional codes of conduct

Required Criteria

Registered Nurse (RN Child / RSCN) with a valid NMC PIN

Significant experience working within Paediatric ITU / HDU or equivalent acute paediatric setting

Proven competence in managing complex clinical interventions independently

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Ability to work autonomously in a community-based setting

Full UK right to work

Desired Criteria

Experience delivering care in the community or home setting

Tracheostomy and ventilation competencies

Safeguarding Level 3

Basic or Advanced Paediatric Life Support (BPLS / APLS)

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limited to: Tracheostomy care and management Ventilation (invasive and non-invasive) Enteral feeding (PEG, NJ, NG) Oxygen therapy and airway management Complex medication administration Carry out comprehensive clinical assessments and respond promptly to changes in condition Develop, implement, and review individualised care plans in line with clinical guidance and family preferences Work collaboratively with families, MDTs, and external healthcare professionals Maintain accurate, timely clinical documentation and reports Act as an advocate for the child and family, ensuring safeguarding and best practice at all times Adhere to Muve Healthcare policies, CQC standards, and professional codes of conduct Required Criteria Registered Nurse (RN Child / RSCN) with a valid NMC PIN Significant experience working within Paediatric ITU / HDU or equivalent acute paediatric setting Proven competence in managing complex clinical interventions independently Excellent communication and interpersonal
skills Ability to work autonomously in a community-based setting Full UK right to work Desired Criteria Experience delivering care in the community or home setting Tracheostomy and ventilation competencies Safeguarding Level 3 Basic or Advanced Paediatric Life Support (BPLS / APLS) #J-18808-Ljbffr

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