Children's Assessment Unit and Virtual Ward Paediatric Staff Nurse
| Posting date: | 22 September 2025 |
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| Salary: | £31,049.00 to £37,796.00 per year |
| Additional salary information: | £31049.00 - £37796.00 a year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 03 October 2025 |
| Location: | Bedford, MK42 9DJ |
| Company: | NHS Jobs |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | C9418-25-1150 |
Summary
Clinical and Professional Leadership Manage the care of a group of children and their families for the duration of the shift, taking account of the planned programme of care, changes needed during the shift, and the effects of that care on the child and/or family. All care given must take account of prescriptions for care by medical staff and other members of the multidisciplinary team. Develop partnerships with children and their families to enable them to take on care of the child both in hospital and at home, as wished by the family. Be responsible for evaluating the care given, and effectively communicate this evaluation to children, families and staff through written and verbal reports. Be participant in managing a caseload of eligible children and young people who qualify for the Paediatric Virtual Ward, under the leadership of the CAU manager and Paediatric Matron. To facilitate early discharge from hospital by working collaboratively with the ward nursing team to promote safe and early discharge of a prescribed group of paediatric patients. They will communicate with all necessary members of the multi-agency team to plan ongoing care and to prevent hospital admissions whenever possible Use play as an effective means of communication, therapy and stimulation at all times during the planning and implementation of care. Where required, involve play specialist, ward teacher and schools in accessing and developing appropriate play/education programmes to meet the needs of the individual child. Take account of the health promotion needs of the individual child/family, and ensure that relevant information and support are given to meet these needs at an appropriate time during the childs stay in hospital. Ensure that all drugs are administered, recorded and stored in accordance with Paediatric Unit and Hospital Drug Policies. Ensure that all untoward incidents and accidents are reported, using appropriate documentation. Ensure that effective discharge planning, which begins at the time of admission, is developed and maintained to assist in optimal discharge time for the child. Be aware of, and comply with, all Trust infection prevention and control policies, to include hand hygiene, personal hygiene, environmental and food hygiene. To undertake annual training/updates in infection control. Prepare for and undertake the protective interventions that she/he is responsible for in a manner that is consistent with evidence based practice and maintaining patient, staff and other users safety. Managerial Prioritise workload, ensuring the safety of children and their families in your care Take responsibility for ensuring that all resources are used in a cost - effective way, to the benefit of patients in your care. Assist in the maintenance and control of stocks and stores on the ward. Assist in ensuring that regular maintenance and cleaning of equipment is carried out, faults reported and defective equipment is removed from use. Manage the shift, on occasion, taking account of the planned programme of care, changes needed during the shift, and the effects of that care on the child and/or family. All care given must take account of prescriptions for care by medical staff and other members of the Multidisciplinary team. Teaching and Learning Take a proactive role in ensuring that you receive feedback regarding personal and professional development through regular appraisal and more informal methods. Develop and maintain a professional portfolio in line with NMC guidelines and PREP proposals. Set regular objectives for self-development in line with ward/unit objectives, and ensure that relevant training is undertaken to meet development needs. Participate in demonstrating skills to other members of staff, as appropriate. Take an active part in teaching programmes, both as a teacher and a learner, according to competence in relevant topics. Have a well-developed understanding of clinical practice with effective supervision, mentoring, and assessment skills. Provide clinical advice as required to staff, patients, and carers, promoting evidence-based clinical practice and reducing risk to patients. Communication Regularly participate in ward meetings, team meetings and hospital - wide activities as required. Ensure that messages are relayed to relevant staff/parents/children at all times. Assist in the development and maintenance of effective mediums for communication to all members of staff in the ward.