Job overview
We are seeking enthusiastic Paediatric Nurse's to join our dedicated multi-disciplinary team on Kingfisher Ward.
Come and join the multi-disciplinary team caring for babies, children and young people from 0-17 years with a range of conditions including: medical, surgical, ENT, psychological and orthopaedic.
In this role you will:
* Work across a variety of the departments within Paediatrics including our Paediatric Assessment Unit (PAU) and inpatient ward.
* Be given opportunities to work in our Paediatric Day Surgery Unit, Emergency Department and work with the Critical care team supporting critically unwell children on the Critical Care Unit
* Work with the existing teams to provide a child friendly service, support families and contribute to high standards of child centred care.
* Have opportunities to develop and gain additional skills.
If you are a newly qualified nurse or a nurse with experience, we would love to hear from you. We want you to join our happy and cohesive team which delivers exceptional care, valuing each and every member of staff. We believe strongly that staff development is the best way to improve and develop services and help you to achieve your full potential.
Full and part time hours considered.
Main duties of the job
Provide high standards of care to patients and their families.
Work as a skilled member of the nursing team, to provide a high standard of holistic family centred care to the children and families.
Provide assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of nursing care for patients, ensuring that accurate records are maintained.
Ability to promote family centred care and establish good relationships with Children & Young People and their families.
To communicate effectively at all levels within the multi-disciplinary team.
Working for our organisation
We are a friendly rural district general hospital in Dorchester. Our Paediatric multidisciplinary team are friendly and supportive and all different services within Paediatrics work closely together to provide high standards of safe and effective care to the Children & Young people that are treated at Dorset County Hospital.
We pride ourselves on the care we provide for our patients, and on the culture we are creating for our staff. We work hard to create a fair, inclusive environment for our staff.
Our Mission is to provide outstanding care for people in ways which matter to them, and our vision is Dorset County Hospital, working with our health and social care partners, will be at the heart of improving the well-being of our communities.
We understand that some applicants may choose to use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to assist in preparing their application materials. While this is not discouraged, we kindly remind candidates that all submissions must be truthful and accurately reflect your own experiences and suitability for this role.
Personal integrity and authenticity are central to our recruitment process. We value honesty and appreciate applications that are genuine and representative of the individual behind them.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
Our DCHFT Job Description and Person Specification (attached) tells you all about this role, what to expect and what is needed to succeed. When completing your application please make sure to tell us how your experience and skills fit the person specification.
Person specification
Education & Qualifications
Essential criteria
* NMC Registered Nurse or NMC Registered Sick Children’s Nurse
Desirable criteria
* Evidence of Continued professional development
Experience
Essential criteria
* Understanding of professional paediatric nursing issues
* Recent experience of working in an acute paediatric environment
Skills & Abilities
Essential criteria
* Demonstrates clinical skills and the ability to assess, plan, implement and evaluate care including prioritisation and recognition of the sick child.
* Demonstrates effective written and verbal communication skills.
* Understanding for child and family centred care.
* Able to administer medication safely.
* Demonstrates an understanding of time management and priority of care.
* Demonstrate an understanding of confidentiality and required standards for documentation and records management both paper and electronic.
* Evidence of understanding the principles of infection control.
Desirable criteria
* Understanding of clinical governance and its requirements.
* Demonstrates enthusiasm, a professional attitude and a clear commitment to continued professional development.
* Evidence of ability to develop leadership skills.
* Evidence of understanding child protection
Our Mission
Outstanding care for people in ways which matter to them.
Our Vision
Dorset County Hospital, working with our health and social care partners, will be at the heart of improving the well-being of our communities.
Our Values
Integrity, Respect, Teamwork, Excellence
We are a Trust that celebrates diversity and we are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We would welcome applications from people in all under-represented groups.
PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING IMPORTANT INFORMATION CAREFULLY BEFORE YOU SUBMIT YOUR APPLICATION
Please read the job description and person specification carefully to ensure your application reflects the knowledge, skills and experience required.
The closing date/interview date is subject to amendment; this vacancy may therefore expire at short notice, so we recommend that you submit an application at your earliest convenience. We reserve the right to close any vacancies without notice.
Shortlisted applicants will be contacted via email; therefore it is important that you check your personal email account regularly.
Unfortunately we are unable to respond to every application; if we do not contact you within 4 weeks of the closing date, please be advised that you not have been shortlisted on this occasion.
You can contact us on 01305 254655 to find out whether you have been shortlisted or if you would like feedback.