Staff Nurse Paediatrics/Learning Disabilities Nurse

at  Ashford and St Peters Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Come and join the friendly Paediatric Team at St. Peter’s Chertsey
We are looking for motivated, enthusiastic Paediatric Nurses to join our team here at Ashford and St. Peters Hospital. We care for children and young people from birth up to their 18 th birthday in a variety of different settings;
24 hour Paediatric Emergency Department
Ash Ward (Inpatient ward)
Oak Ward (Day case unit)
Paediatric Outpatients
We encourage staff to develop both clinically and managerially by providing a comprehensive induction program, preceptorship and in-house training as we encourage staff to develop in every aspect of their career. We actively encourage our team to take the opportunities to develop their skills and career including the opportunity to rotate through our Children’s services.
So if you are looking to work within a friendly, dynamic team with enthusiastic colleagues then this is the place to be.
The main duties of this role are; Ensure the delivery of patient care is in accordance with the NMC Code of Professional Conduct and Trust/Unit Policies and Procedures. To work effectively and efficiently with multidisciplinary team to develop, implement and evaluate programmes of care, maintaining high standards of patients care.
To contribute towards developing and maintaining a suitable and stimulating learning environment for students and for the ongoing development of registered and unregistered staff, providing support and supervision of junior staff. Work towards taking charge of the Ward in the absence of the Ward Sister or their deputies on a shift basis and to supervise junior registered and unregistered staff. In conjunction with the Ward Manager and all colleagues, is responsible for effective organisation of the Ward.
Be aware of and adhere to the ‘Shift Leader Responsibilities’ as per the Trust’s Standards for Practice and Care Understand the need for and assist the Ward Manager and their deputies in maintaining the ward budgetary control through an efficient and effective use of resources. Ensure safe use of equipment, ascertaining that staff are competent to operate the equipment and that the equipment is in safe working order. Be proficient in the use of information technology. Be conversant with the corporate goals in relation to service delivery.
Ashford and St. Peters Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust serves a population of more than 410,000 people living in North-West Surrey, parts of Hounslow and beyond.
Over 3,700 highly trained doctors, nurses, midwives, therapists, healthcare scientists and other support staff make up our workforce, providing a wide range of services across our two hospital sites, Ashford, Ashford, Surrey and St Peter’s, Chertsey, Surrey.
We also run many specialist clinics in the community and local community hospitals and other healthcare facilities.
Our vision is to be one of the best healthcare Trusts in the country. There has never been a better time to join us in the NHS at Ashford & St Peters Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust with our strong commitment to staff health and wellbeing. We are committed to providing continuous professional development, staff benefits and flexibility to shape our workforce around our patient care.
Please see the supporting links which you can find on the right-hand side of this job advert. There is guidance on how to make an application on NHS Jobs as well as more information about joining the ASPH Team
Although it isn’t the Trusts normal practice, adverts may close early, so applicants are encouraged to submit an application as soon as possible.
Clinical/ Professional Responsibilities
To practice nursing and delivery of patient care in accordance with NMC Code of Professional Conduct and Trust/Unit Policies and Procedures.
Be responsible and accountable for the assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of the care needs of patients on the ward/unit, ensuring safe practice and maintaining high standards of care
Maintain up to date, comprehensive and accurate records of clinical care, the patients’ condition and other relevant information.
Act as an effective role model and demonstrate effective organisational and leadership skills. Deputise for the Ward Sister/Charge Nurse and their deputies.
Participate in planning and implementation of quality initiatives and targets, in conjunction with the Ward/Unit Manager, Modern Matron and Head of Nursing.
Be conversant with current emergency resuscitation techniques and fire regulations and procedures both in theory and practice.
Ensure the safe custody and administration of drugs.
With the Ward/Unit Manager and their deputies ensure that clinical and housekeeping practice follows policies/procedures designed to prevent hospital acquired infection.
Assist in the evaluation and assessment of new equipment and technology
To have an understanding of the Child Protection policies and procedures and have an understanding and recognition of those at risk
Managerial Responsibilities
Ensure nursing staff and/or students under your supervision have a clear understanding of their duties and responsibilities, and of the standards of performance and conduct expected of them
Assist the Clinical Practitioner Educator and Ward/ Unit Manager and their deputies in the orientation and induction of new staff. Ensure appropriate paperwork is completed and processed.
Understand and be aware of when and how to report untoward incidents, accidents, concerns or near misses and how to deal effectively with patients’ or relatives’ complaints.
Health, safety and security
Work with team members to ensure maintenance of a clean and safe environment that is conducive to therapeutic and ethical practice
Be accountable for and ensure own competence in practice
Promote nursing practice and care delivery in line with relevant research and evidence base
and with reference to trust policies and guidelines
Identify potential risks for all staff, patients and visitors, take action as required and adhere to relevant incident reporting procedures
Handle and dispose of all body fluids in accordance with universal precautions
Provision of care to provide health and wellbeing needs
Act as an advocate for the patient and their families, providing them with information and directing them to the relevant support services where appropriate
Respect people’s dignity, wishes and beliefs; involve them in shared decision-making and obtain their consent before undertaking nursing procedures
Ensure that treatments prescribed by the medical staff are carried out, and that multidisciplinary team members are informed of changes in the patient’s condition
Ensure safe and timely transfer of patients in accordance with ASPH policy
Ensure safe discharge of patients in accordance with ASPH Discharge Policy
General responsibilities
The post holder has a general duty of care for their own health, safety and well-being and that of work colleagues, visitors and patients within the hospital, in addition to any specific risk management or clinical governance accountabilities associated with this post.
To be responsible, with management support, for their own personal development and to actively contribute to the development of colleagues
To observe the rules, policies, procedures and standards of ASPH Foundation Trust together with all relevant statutory and professional obligations.
To support the department and organisation by carrying out any other duties that reasonably fit within the broad scope of a job of this grade and type of work.

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