Paediatric Sister

We would particularly welcome applications from people from a Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic background and from people with a disability; these groups are currently under-represented at senior level, we value diversity within our Trust and are working to achieve equality in our recruitment. COVID-19 vaccination remains the best way to protect yourself, your family, your colleagues and of course our patients from the virus when working in our healthcare settings. Whilst COVID-19 vaccination is not a condition of employment at this time, we do encourage our staff to get vaccinated. We will be checking the vaccination status of all new starters so that we can manage individual and environmental risks, and so that we can support those who may be undecided about vaccination. If you are unvaccinated there is helpful advice and information at COVID-19 Vaccination | How to access your vaccine in the Black Country and West Birmingham (blackcountryandwestbirmccg.nhs.uk) where you can also find out more about how to access vaccination. There is a current Government consultation underway which will determine whether some new starters may need to be vaccinated. Walsall Healthcare NHS Trust is proud to be part of the Armed Forces Covenant. The Trust currently holds the Bronze Award which underlines the Trust's commitment to supporting the Armed Forces Community. As an organisation, we are aiming to achieve the next level Silver award, with our sights firmly on Gold. RESPECT - COMPASSION - TEAMWORK - PROFESSIONALISM, Are you a dedicated and motivated Children's nurse who is committed to providing high quality care?, The post holder will assist the senior sister in the leadership and management of ward 21. The successful applicant will be responsible for the co-ordination of the unit, ensuring patient safety and patient flow. You will need be confident and competent to lead and support the nursing team in delivering high quality patient care. You must have significant experience of working as a band 5 paediatric nurse in acute setting.Working for our organisation Walsall Healthcare NHS Trust is an integrated Trust and the only provider of NHS acute care in Walsall, serving a population of 286,700, providing inpatient and outpatient services at the Manor Hospital as well as a wide range of services in the community. We are able to consider flexible working for all employees and prospective applicants.Detailed job description and main responsibilities Work with minimal supervision and take charge of the ward 21 on a daily basis Manage complex clinical situations, providing guidance, supervision and support to junior members of staff. Support the Senor Sister to monitor the safety and quality of care ensuring the provision of safe, quality care and treatment for patients which delivers the best clinical outcomes and patient experience. To be a positive role model for Walsall Healthcare NHS Trust at all times and promote the trust values Maintains a safe level of nurse staffing and escalates to senior sister when this cannot be achieved Participating in the Trust's IPDR process Assist in the recruitment, retention and selection of staff Participate fully as a team member, sharing knowledge and information and supporting colleagues, including support staff to promote a cohesive ward team and the achievement of team objectives. Please note your application will be transferred from the NHS Jobs system to internal Walsall Healthcare Trac System. All correspondence will be sent via Trac Following our recent CQC visit the Trust was rated as outstanding for care and this has been recognised by NHS Improvement.

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We would particularly welcome applications from people from a Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic background and from people with a disability; these groups are currently under-represented at senior level, we value diversity within our Trust and are working to achieve equality in our recruitment. IMPORTANT NOTE ON COMPLETION OF REFERENCE SECTION OF APPLICATION FORM References from current and previous employers will be sought and must cover a minimum of 3 years employment. When completing the reference section of your application form, please give the address, telephone number and work email address of each of your current/previous line managers that cover this period. Failure to complete this section may result in your application not being processed. Please review the attached Job description and person specification carefully before applying to ensure that you meet the essential job requirements. Candidates should be aware that, regardless of country of origin, their ability to communicate in written and spoken English to the standard required to carry out the post, will be assessed during the selection process. Referee email addresses should be provided on your application form. Following the closing date, if you have not heard from us within 6 weeks you may assume your application has been unsuccessful. We reserve the right to close this job early. Interested applicants are therefore advised to apply as early as possible. If a large number of applicants meet the essential criteria then random selection will be applied. We are committed to operating flexible working practices wherever possible and committed to equal opportunities.

Walsall Healthcare NHS Trust provides integrated acute and community Healthcare in the West Midlands serving a population of 260,000 residents. Walsall Manor Hospital houses the full range of district general hospital services. The £170 million development was completed in 2010 and we are continually upgrading. Construction of the new integrated critical care unit was completed in 2018, extension of a Neonatal Unit and an approved plan to build a brand new, state of the art Emergency Department which commenced in 2021 We provide high quality, friendly and effective community health services from multiple sites covering Walsall. Our multidisciplinary services include rapid response and homebased care, so that those with long term conditions and the frail elderly can remain in their own homes. We are recommended by colleagues as a place to work which is supported by the trusts values to work as part of a team, being respectful, compassionate and professional. We are committed to investing in our workforce Following our recent CQC visit the Trust was rated as outstanding for care and this has been recognised by NHS Improvement. The work we do is highly rewarding, and in addition to an attractive salary, we offer a valuable range of benefits, including: salary sacrifice scheme; car leasing scheme; on-site staff accommodation (subject to availability); the ability to retain your NHS pension (where applicable) or the opportunity to join an alternative scheme; and the opportunity to develop and implement your expertise in an encouraging yet challenging environment, An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Children's nurse to undertake the role of a Band 6 Sister/ Charge Nurse on Ward 21 our acute inpatient unit at Walsall Manor Hospital. It is an exciting time to join the paediatric team at Walsall due to the expansion and progression of our service. The unit is leading the way in progressing virtual wards and a new team structure is creating a new dynamic way of team working. Ward 21 is 21 bedded acute unit looking after children and young people aged 0-16 years. We care for patients under the following specialties, Surgical, acute medical, ENT and trauma and orthopedics.