Duties and Responsibilities:
Providing pre- and post-operative care to children and young people, assisting in their recovery and getting them ready for discharge - this will include wound care, assisting with personal care and providing emotional support at what can be a stressful time
Liaising with parents, guardians and consultants giving advice and making recommendations to improve the patients' wellbeing, whilst also being adept at identifying a deteriorating patient and making on the spot, informed decisions
Risk assessing children and young people regarding suitability for admission
Providing RCN support during paediatric clinics, assisting with minor operations and Phlebotomy.
Working as part of a small team with the opportunity to help run and grow the service according to needsWho we are looking for:
NMC Registered Sick Children's Nurse with no restriction on practise
EPALS
At least 2 years post qualification experience working within paediatrics ideally in a surgical setting
Excellent understanding of CQC criteria
You must be willing to learn and help support the day to day running of the paediatric service
Be able to work autonomously with no supervision
Excellent communication skills Working Hours: Shifts between 8am - 8pm
Contract: Bank 0 hours on a flexible basis as required
Benefits
Bank colleagues are paid weekly
We offer competitive rates to our bank colleagues who work on a flexible basis, often to cover busy periods, sickness, or annual leave
Save an average of £50 per month with our free onsite car park
Access to Spire Healthcare pension
Access to Blue Light Card discounts
Free uniform
Free DBS
Full induction, including mandatory training updates
Opportunities for further training and progression into permanent posts
Knowledge, support and guidance through your recruitment journey from Spire's specialist Resourcing Team Our Values
We are extremely proud of our heritage in private healthcare and of our values as an organisation:
Driving clinical excellence
Doing the right thing
Caring is our passion
Keeping it simple
Delivering on our promises
Succeeding and celebrating togetherOur people are our difference; it's their dedication, warmth and pursuit of excellence that sets Spire Healthcare apart.
Closing Date: If we have received sufficient applications, this date may be brought forward so please submit your application as soon as possible.
For further information about this role or for an informal conversation about the range of career options available with Spire please contact Charlotte Oliver on