Employer: Somerset NHS Foundation Trust
Position: Staff Nurse – Children’s Unit (Band 5)
Salary: £32,073 – £39,043 per year
Job Type: Fixed term, Part-time
Work location: Taunton
FULL JOB DESCRIPTION
We are seeking a motivated and compassionate Band 5 Registered Children’s Nurse to join our Children’s Unit at Musgrove Park Hospital. This is a general paediatric ward caring for children and young people with a wide range of acute and chronic conditions, with specialist areas including High Dependency Unit (HDU) and Oncology.
You will work within a supportive, friendly multidisciplinary team and benefit from close working relationships with medical teams, CAMHS colleagues based on the ward, and a dedicated eating disorder team. There is also the opportunity to gain experience working within the Paediatric Assessment Unit.
This post offers an excellent environment for learning and development, supported by an established paediatric education team based on the ward. The role includes rotation across long days and night shifts.
Your Responsibilities include:
• Deliver high-quality, evidence-based nursing care to children and young people in accordance with the NMC Code.
• Assess, plan, implement and evaluate individualised care plans, responding appropriately to clinical deterioration.
• Administer medicines safely in line with local and national guidelines.
• Work collaboratively with the multidisciplinary team, including close working with medical teams, CAMHS and mental health services.
• Act as an advocate for children, young people and their families, providing clear information, support and education.
• Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation.
• Participate in safe discharge planning alongside the MDT.
• Support and supervise students and junior staff where appropriate, contributing to a positive learning environment.
• Take charge of the ward area when required, with appropriate support.
Work Schedule
Part-time with long days, nights, weekends and bank holidays (rota basis).
You Will Have
• Have a good knowledge and understanding of current nursing practice and national guidelines.
• Understanding of audit and quality improvement processes.
Requirements
• Degree or equivalent in nursing.
• Registered Nurse with active NMC registration.
• Registered Sick Childrens Nurse
• Have a commitment to continuous professional development.
• Have experience in a relevant clinical setting.
• Previous experience supervising junior colleagues or students.
Benefits
• Flexible working options to help you balance work and life
• NHS pension scheme for long-term financial security
• Generous annual leave allowance to recharge and relax
• A strong focus on career development to help you grow and achieve your potential
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Application Process
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