***Band 5 A&E Paediatric Staff Nurse opportunity – join Kingston Hospital NHS Trust***
Do you have a real passion for caring for children in the Emergency Department? If so, Kingston Hospital NHS Trust is the place for you
Are you a qualified RSCN/RN Paediatric ED Staff Nurse ? Qualifying soon, thinking of returning to practice or an experienced Children's Nurse and looking for a change? If yes, we want to hear from you
We are looking for enthusiastic Band 5 RSCN/RNCB Children Nurses to join our friendly and dynamic Paediatric Emergency Department at Kingston Hospital.
Our Practice Development Nurse, ED Senior Sister and Paediatric ED Matron will support and encourage you to d evelop both clinically and managerially and offer a comprehensive induction programme, preceptorship, teaching sessions and in-house training. We also offer regular paediatric simulations led by Consultants in the ED resuscitation bay, and an ED Resus Team is available to support you in resuscitation scenarios.
Development and staff wellbeing
Your growth and personal happiness matters to us. After all, we can't expect the best from you if we don't invest in your development and nurture your wellbeing. From the moment you join us, we're committed to fostering your professional and personal development with a supportive, empowering environment. Whether you're just starting your career or looking to advance further, we provide you with the tools and opportunities you need to succeed. We actively support colleagues to take part in research, quality improvement and innovation, whatever their role or level in the organisation.
To support your wellbeing, we offer an extensive range of resources, including on-site staff nursery at Kingston Hospital, wellbeing practitioners, regular wellbeing classes, dedicated staff physiotherapist, comprehensive occupational health services, 24/7 employee assistance programme, and a range of other support and activities.
We also take every opportunity to thank and recognise the work our teams do, through weekly "shoutouts" and patient feedback, monthly and staff awards.
Our Trust values
These words are important reminders, but it's our behaviours that tell people who we are. We expect all colleagues to bring values to life in their work.
Compassionate
Inclusive
Collaborative
Inspiring
Please see the attached supporting document and person specification which contains more information about the role