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Junior Sister/Charge Nurse - Emergency Department Paediatrics

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  • Job
    Full-time
    Mid & Senior Level
  • Healthcare
    Education & Teaching

Requirements

  • - self-motivated nurses
  • - committed, flexible and approachable
  • - substantial ED nursing experience
  • - must have paediatric emergency department experience
  • - strong interest in developing and supporting new staff
  • - proactive approach to delivering a high standard of evidence based care
  • - able to demonstrate a working knowledge and understanding of current issues in emergency care
  • - able to translate this into quality nursing
  • - assist in promoting change and developing the area
  • - responsible for leading the team
  • - co-ordination and flow of the Paediatric Emergency Department
  • - management of Paediatric standbys in Resus
  • - supported by a team of Matrons, Senior Sisters, and Practice Educators
  • - ability to flex to support colleagues around the main department
  • - opportunity for further study including Leadership courses, APLS, ILS, Trauma course

Responsibilities

  • - Assist in promoting change and developing the area.
  • - Responsible for leading the team, and the co-ordination and flow of the Paediatric Emergency Department, SDEC pathways and management of Paediatric standbys in Resus.
  • - Supported by a team of Matrons, Senior Sisters, and Practice Educators.
  • - Flex to support colleagues around the main department.
  • - Opportunity for further study including Leadership courses, APLS, ILS, and Trauma courses.

FAQs

What are the working hours for this position?

The role includes unsocial hours, including weekends and rotation onto nights.

Is paediatric emergency department experience required for this role?

Yes, you must have paediatric emergency department experience to apply for this position.

What kind of support will I receive in this role?

You will be supported by a team of Matrons, Senior Sisters, and Practice Educators.

Are there opportunities for further study and professional development?

Yes, there will be opportunities for further study including Leadership courses, APLS, ILS, and Trauma courses.

What is the annual patient attendance at the Emergency Department?

The department cares for approximately 154,000 attendees per year.

Can I contact someone for more information about the position?

Yes, you can contact Naomi Turner, Assistant Matron at naomi.turner@elht.nhs.uk or call 01254 734706, or Leanne Dwyer, Matron at 01254 732705 for further details.

What facilities are available for staff in the Emergency Department?

The department has a new staff facility for changing, access to a shower, a staff room, an education room, and a wellbeing retreat for all staff.

Is this position focused solely on pediatric emergencies?

While the role focuses on the Paediatric Emergency Department, you may also be asked to support your colleagues in the main department when appropriate.

What is the workflow in the Paediatric Emergency Department?

You will be responsible for leading the team, coordinating the flow of the Paediatric Emergency Department, SDEC pathways, and managing Paediatric standbys in Resus.

Delivering safe, personal and effective care

Science & Healthcare
Industry
5001-10,000
Employees
2003
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

East Lancashire Hospitals NHS Trust provides comprehensive healthcare services across several hospitals in East Lancashire, including emergency care, surgery, and specialized treatments. Their ultimate mission is to deliver high-quality, patient-centered care while improving health outcomes and promoting well-being. Their purpose is to ensure accessible, effective, and compassionate healthcare for the communities they serve, focusing on both immediate and long-term health needs.