3 Peadiatrican Nurse
| Posting date: | 15 December 2025 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £30,000 to £33,000 per year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 14 January 2026 |
| Location: | Maidstone, Kent |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | DAYSTARS HOME LTD |
| Job type: | Permanent |
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Summary
Job Description: Children and Adult Nurse
Location: Residential Children’s Home (Complex Care)
Reports to: OFSTED Responsible Individual.
Hours: Full-time (shift-based, including evenings, weekends, and nights)
Job Description
To provide high-quality, compassionate nursing care to children and young adults with
complex health needs in a residential setting. The nurse will ensure safe clinical practice,
promote independence, and support holistic wellbeing in collaboration with families, carers,
and multidisciplinary teams.
Responsibilities
Clinical Care
o Deliver safe, evidence-based nursing interventions for children and adults
with complex medical conditions (e.g., tracheostomy, gastrostomy, epilepsy,
respiratory support).
o Administer medications and treatments in line with NMC standards and
organisational policies.
o Monitor, assess, and record health status, escalating concerns promptly.
Safeguarding & Advocacy
o Safeguard vulnerable children and adults, ensuring their rights and dignity are
upheld.
o Act as an advocate for residents, promoting their voice in care planning and
daily life.
Care Planning & Documentation
o Contribute to individualised care plans, risk assessments, and health
protocols.
o Maintain accurate, timely clinical records in compliance with regulatory
standards.
Collaboration
o Work closely with social workers, therapists, doctors, and support staff to
deliver integrated care.
o Support and train care staff in clinical procedures and best practices.
Family & Community Engagement
o Build positive relationships with families, offering guidance and reassurance.
o Facilitate community integration and participation in meaningful activities.
Quality & Compliance
o Uphold CQC (Care Quality Commission) standards and NMC Code of Conduct.
o Participate in audits, supervision, and continuous professional development.
Skills & Competencies
Strong clinical knowledge in paediatric and adult complex care.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to remain calm under pressure and make sound clinical judgments.
Empathy, patience, and resilience in supporting vulnerable individuals.
Team leadership and mentoring skills.
Qualifications & Experience
Registered Nurse (Child or Adult) with valid NMC registration.
Experience in complex care (e.g., tracheostomy, PEG feeding, seizure management).
Previous work in residential or community settings is desirable.
Up-to-date training in safeguarding, infection control, and medication management.
Location: Residential Children’s Home (Complex Care)
Reports to: OFSTED Responsible Individual.
Hours: Full-time (shift-based, including evenings, weekends, and nights)
Job Description
To provide high-quality, compassionate nursing care to children and young adults with
complex health needs in a residential setting. The nurse will ensure safe clinical practice,
promote independence, and support holistic wellbeing in collaboration with families, carers,
and multidisciplinary teams.
Responsibilities
Clinical Care
o Deliver safe, evidence-based nursing interventions for children and adults
with complex medical conditions (e.g., tracheostomy, gastrostomy, epilepsy,
respiratory support).
o Administer medications and treatments in line with NMC standards and
organisational policies.
o Monitor, assess, and record health status, escalating concerns promptly.
Safeguarding & Advocacy
o Safeguard vulnerable children and adults, ensuring their rights and dignity are
upheld.
o Act as an advocate for residents, promoting their voice in care planning and
daily life.
Care Planning & Documentation
o Contribute to individualised care plans, risk assessments, and health
protocols.
o Maintain accurate, timely clinical records in compliance with regulatory
standards.
Collaboration
o Work closely with social workers, therapists, doctors, and support staff to
deliver integrated care.
o Support and train care staff in clinical procedures and best practices.
Family & Community Engagement
o Build positive relationships with families, offering guidance and reassurance.
o Facilitate community integration and participation in meaningful activities.
Quality & Compliance
o Uphold CQC (Care Quality Commission) standards and NMC Code of Conduct.
o Participate in audits, supervision, and continuous professional development.
Skills & Competencies
Strong clinical knowledge in paediatric and adult complex care.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to remain calm under pressure and make sound clinical judgments.
Empathy, patience, and resilience in supporting vulnerable individuals.
Team leadership and mentoring skills.
Qualifications & Experience
Registered Nurse (Child or Adult) with valid NMC registration.
Experience in complex care (e.g., tracheostomy, PEG feeding, seizure management).
Previous work in residential or community settings is desirable.
Up-to-date training in safeguarding, infection control, and medication management.