Paediatric Critical Care Outreach Nurse
We are seeking a motivated and dynamic Children's Paediatric Critical Care Outreach Nurse to join our established team.
Our Paediatric Critical Care Unit (PCCU) provides Level 3 ICU and High dependency care for seriously ill children from East London and beyond. We also serve as an on-take service for the North Thames Children's Acute Transport Service (CATS), with nurses rotating through CATS shifts. Additionally, we have a dedicated remit to assess and escalate deteriorating patients within paediatric wards.
The role involves developing the critical care outreach service, advancing nursing practice, and supporting the expansion of the PCCU network.
The successful applicant will have:
* Registered Children's Nurse
* Post Graduate Qualification in Intensive Care Nursing or Emergency Medicine
* Substantial experience in Critical Care/Emergency Department
* Evidence of change management skills
We offer leadership development opportunities and support for continuous professional development through relevant courses.
For more information, please contact Deborah Jackson, Senior Nurse for PCCU, Neonatal Services, Children's Surgery & Theatres, at Deborah.jackson19@nhs.net.
Main duties of the job
We aim to recruit top talent to lead our ambitious healthcare organization. Benefits include:
* Gaining diverse experience across hospitals along the patient pathway
* Greater career progression opportunities
* Attracting world-class doctors and researchers
* Collaborating within an Academic Health Science System to develop new technologies and treatments
About us
Barts Health is one of the largest NHS trusts in the UK, committed to excellence and innovation in healthcare. We strive to be a high-performing group known for safety, quality, and compassionate care, fostering an inclusive environment where every staff member feels valued.
Job responsibilities
Details of key tasks and person specifications are provided in the attached full job description and person specification documents.
Person Specification
Qualifications and Experience
* RSCN / RN Child with current NMC registration
* Degree level education or working towards it
* Paediatric Intensive Care Course/415, or A&E course or equivalent
* Mentorship preparation or equivalent
* Continued professional development (e.g., APLS)
* Willingness to undertake advanced assessment courses
Knowledge
* Effective communication aligned with legislation, policies, and individual needs
* Accurate record-keeping and reflection on communication barriers
Skills
* Excellent verbal and written communication
* Interpersonal skills and clinical leadership
* Change implementation and educational planning
* Data collection and analysis skills
* Ability to handle traumatic situations emotionally
Other
This post is subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service check.
Salary: £56,276 to £63,176 per annum, pro-rata.
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