Overview
Job summary: An experienced nurse practitioner is sought for the Children's Emergency Department at the Royal Alexandra Childrens Hospital. The role is suited to someone with urgent/emergency care experience, particularly in paediatrics, to join a dedicated team of Paediatric Emergency Nurse Practitioners.
The role is a full-time contract designed to develop your skills and knowledge in the management of injured children and to support progression toward autonomous paediatric practice. The position may start at Band 6 with a pathway to Band 7 as skills and practice are established. Applications are welcome from those currently working toward a practitioner role with appropriate paediatric acute experience and minor injury/illness expertise.
We welcome applications from those who currently hold UK NMC registration. We are not currently direct hiring Internationally Qualified Nurses requiring sponsorship.
Main duties of the job
Responsibilities include autonomous assessment/examination, planning of care, and discharge/refer of children aged 0-16 years presenting with injuries or minor illness. Duties include:
* Primary wound closure.
* Management of limb/digit fractures and deformities including plastering and splinting.
* Requesting and interpreting X-rays.
* Referral of patients to speciality services.
* Role modelling and education of the wider departmental MDT.
Please read the attached job description for more information.
About us
At UHSussex, diversity is our strength. We are committed to putting the patient first and hold an Outstanding for Caring CQC rating. We support staff with networks and buddying, and are a Disability Confident Employer (Level 2) and a Veteran Aware Trust. We emphasise wellbeing, learning, and development for career growth.
We encourage a long and rewarding career with us and look forward to your application.
Candidate Information Pack: https://www.uhsussex.nhs.uk/resources/candidate-information-pack/
Details
Date posted: 25 September 2025
Pay scheme: Agenda for change
Band: Band 6
Salary: £38,682 to £54,710 per annum (pro rata for B6 Trainee, B7 Qualified)
Contract: Permanent
Working pattern: Part-time, Flexible working
Reference number: 279-7426686-SEP25
Location: Royal Sussex Community Hospital, Eastern Road, Brighton, BN2 5BE
Job responsibilities
Role Summary
* Autonomously assess, investigate, diagnose, treat and refer or discharge children and young people attending the Emergency Department within the ENP scope and Trust guidelines.
* Maintain accountability, authority, and responsibility to ensure a high quality, patient-centred service.
* Act as an effective role model and provide clinical expertise within the department.
* Provide specialist knowledge to patients and staff in paediatric injuries in the Emergency Department.
Where appropriate, work within the CED team on professional nursing issues and clinical governance. Participate in educational and training programmes for junior staff, including doctors. Support Matron and senior staff to deliver high quality, patient-focused care in the Childrens Emergency Department. The post holder will work flexibly to achieve key responsibilities.
Key Working Relationships
All CED clerical, nursing and medical staff; Speciality Doctors (orthopaedic, ENT, Maxillofacial and surgical); Band 7 Ward Managers, Royal Alexandra Childrens Hospital; CAMHS Liaison Services (SPFT); Safeguarding Team, Social Care Services (Sussex wide).
Please see the job description for more details.
Person Specification
Essential
* Relevant experience of working independently as an ENP/NP in urgent/emergency care.
* Relevant physical assessment/minor injuries course.
* NMC registration or equivalent.
Desirable
* Experience of working clinically with children.
* Evidence of clinical decision making (qualifications/competencies).
Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion
Essential: Evidence of ongoing development to understand equalities issues and champion diversity in previous roles.
Regulatory and Sponsorship
Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check is required. This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act and a DBS submission will be made.
Certificate of Sponsorship: Applications from job seekers who require Skilled Worker sponsorship will be considered. For details see the UK Visas and Immigration guidance. UK registration: Applicants must have current UK professional registration.
Employer details
University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust (279)
Royal Sussex Community Hospital, Eastern Road, Brighton, BN2 5BE
Employer website: https://www.uhsussex.nhs.uk/
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