Children's HDU Sister / Charge Nurse
| Posting date: | 05 May 2026 |
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| Salary: | £39,959.00 to £48,117.00 per year |
| Additional salary information: | £39959.00 - £48117.00 a year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 19 May 2026 |
| Location: | Wakefield, WF1 4DG |
| Company: | NHS Jobs |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | C9377-26-0229 |
Summary
Registered Children's Nurse (RNC) with current NMC registration. Post-registration experience in an acute paediatric setting, ideally with experience in high dependency or critical care. Strong knowledge of paediatric assessment skills, early recognition of deterioration, and management of acutely unwell children. Competence in clinical skills such as IV administration, airway management, and use of monitoring equipment (e.g. oxygen therapy, NG tubes, ECG monitoring). Current certification in Paediatric Immediate Life Support (PILS) is essential; EPALS (European Paediatric Advanced Life Support) is essential. Level 2 critical care qualification is essential Ability to remain calm and focused in high-pressure situations, with excellent clinical judgement and decision-making skills. A compassionate and child-centred approach, with excellent communication and interpersonal skills to support children and families. Commitment to ongoing professional development, including completion or willingness to work towards relevant HDU/paediatric critical care training. Effective team working skills with a flexible, proactive, and positive attitude. Understanding of safeguarding, infection prevention, and governance standards in paediatric care. Teaching and assessing qualification