Staff Nurse Paediatrics (Fixed Term until Aug 2025)

We are currently recruiting for a Band 5 nurse, to work across our Paediatric Day unit and Outpatients Departments. We are looking for passionate and enthusiastic individuals committed to excellent patient experience to join our team.

Oak Ward is much more than just a surgical day unit, not only do we cover for a wide range of paediatric surgery from Orthopaedic to ENT we also care for medical patients requiring specialist investigations to infusions.

Our day unit comprises of 12 beds, caring for children and young people up to the age of 18 years. The unit is situated next to the Paediatric inpatient ward which we work in close partnership with. Core opening hours are Monday to Friday with shifts of 0715hrs - 1945hrs. You are guaranteed to gain a wide range of knowledge and experience.

Outpatients is a dynamic unit covering a wide range of clinics including Haematology, Endocrine, Epilepsy, Allergy, Cardiac, Urology and Paediatric Surgery. Outpatients is split between St Peters and Ashford Hospital. The team carry out investigations like Sweat Tests and assists with the Specialist Nurses., Delivering the best patient care in accordance with NMC Code of professional Conduct, local Policies and procedures

Establish and maintain effective communication with the multi-disciplinary team, patients and carers

Maintain up to date and accurate record

Be an effective role model and demonstrate effective organisational and leadership skills

Participate in quality initiatives

Understand Safeguarding policies

Ensure safe storage and administration of medicines in accordance with the trust policy.

Be proficient in the use of information technology used within the department.

As a team ensure that clinical and housekeeping practice follows policies/procedures designed to prevent hospital acquired infection

To undertake link nurse responsibilities as required

Promote and implement evidence-based practice

Support the Senior Team and CPEs in relation to programmes and strategies for professional development, education and training for colleagues and students

Keep up to date with professional knowledge keeping and current practice and competencies specific to Oak Ward or Outpatients.

Understand the educational objectives of all ward staff, acting as preceptor/mentor.

Be innovative, support and help to manage change

Maintain a professional attitude including appropriate personal appearance in accordance with the Uniform and Dress Code Policies

Be aware of how to report incidents, accidents, concerns or near misses and how to deal effectively with complaints

Previous experience is an advantage, PILS is desirable, however all staff are supported with a comprehensive induction program, preceptorship training as we encourage staff to develop in every aspect of their career. If you are looking to work in a friendly team this is the place to be. Good communication skills and a positive approach is essential.

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.