Description
We are seeking a Registered Children's Nurse to join our team at The Blackheath Hospital in London. This is a part-time role for 15 hours a week, with a flexible shift pattern.
The successful candidate will deliver age-appropriate, evidence-based nursing care for children across a range of clinical settings. Key responsibilities include:
- Monitoring and responding to changes in condition, escalating concerns, and carrying out clinical observations, treatments, and interventions safely
- Working in partnership with families and carers, providing information, reassurance, and emotional support throughout the care journey
- Collaborating with medical teams, allied health professionals, and safeguarding leads to ensure coordinated care
- Acting as an advocate for children and young people, ensuring their safety, privacy, and dignity
- Maintaining accurate, timely, and confidential records in accordance with NMC Code and organisational policies
- Participating in audits, patient feedback, and service development initiatives
To be considered for this role, you should have:
- Registration as a Children's Nurse with the NMC
- Experience delivering nursing care to children and young people in hospital or community settings
- Strong communication and family liaison skills
- Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, emotionally sensitive environment
- Understanding of safeguarding, child development, and family dynamics
In return, we offer a competitive salary of up to £42,500 per year, depending on experience, training, and qualifications. Our benefits package includes:
- 25 days holiday per year + bank holidays, increasing to 30 days with service
- Private Pension Scheme
- Private Healthcare Scheme for treatment at our hospitals, covering pre-existing medical conditions
- Friends & Family Hospital Discounts
- Family Friendly policies, including enhanced Maternity, Paternity & Adoption pay
- Non-contributory life insurance
- Staff engagement hub with access to discounts and extensive rewards and voluntary benefits
- Access to resources, tools and services to support your wellbeing
- Employee recognition programmes
- Industry leading training and development opportunities