If you are looking for an exciting challenge, then why not join our innovative Paediatric Emergency Department Team?
We have an exciting opportunity available at the Royal Cornwall Hospital for Paediatric Registered Nurses to join our committed team in the Emergency Department in the Acute and Emergency Medicine Care Group.
We are seeking applications from registered Paediatric nurses who have the ability and determination to learn and to gain new skills and competencies and who are motivated to develop the highest standards of care and who are committed to continuous improvement.
Main duties of the job
To work as a skilled member of the nursing team.
To provide a high standard of compassionate patient-centred care.
To lead and supervise the work of other qualified and unqualified staff within the team.
To communicate effectively at all levels within the multi-disciplinary team.
Successful applicants will have excellent communication skills and have a good knowledge and understanding of clinical standards. You must be able to work on your own initiative and also be an excellent team player whilst being prepared to develop as an individual and support others to develop.
About us
The Royal Cornwall Hospitals NHS Trust (RCHT) is the main provider of acute and specialist care services in Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly. It serves a population of around 470,000 people, a figure that can increase significantly with visitors during the busiest times of the year. We employ approximately 6,700 staff and have a budget of approximately £740 million.
RCHT is responsible for the provision of services at three main sites with approximately 780 inpatient beds:
Royal Cornwall Hospital in Truro
St Michael's Hospital in Hayle
We are a teaching hospital in partnership with the University of Exeter Medical School, University of Plymouth School of Nursing and Midwifery, and Peninsula Dental School.
Keeping at the forefront of medical advances, we are continually developing our clinical services as well as our facilities, and are committed to maximising the range of specialist care that can be offered locally. Allied to this is a growing reputation for research and innovation.
The Knowledge Spa on the Royal Cornwall Hospital site is the base for medical and nursing as well as ongoing education for health professions in clinical and non-clinical roles. This plays a vital part in attracting and retaining highly skilled teams of doctors, nurses and other health professionals who support the care of well over half a million people each year.
Job responsibilities
This role requires comprehensive nursing responsibilities across the Paediatric Emergency Department, ensuring safe, high quality care for all patients.
We may be able to offer flexible working. Please discuss at interview.
We may be able to offer sponsorship but this is not guaranteed.
Qualifications
* Level 1 Registered Paediatric Nurse (RN8/RNC) with valid NMC registration / students pending registration
* Commitment to obtain assessing / mentoring qualification
* Evidence of professional portfolio
* Basic computer skills
Skills
* Excellent verbal and written communication skills
* Basic computer skills
Experience
* Previous experience in an acute Trust within the last twelve months (this can include student placement)
Knowledge
* Understanding of evidence based practice to enhance care
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.
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