Do you have a passion for caring for Adolescents? Do you have what it takes to support young people through the challenges of a hospital admission?
Ward 14 predominantly cares for young people aged 13‑17 with a wide range of medical and surgical conditions. You will also play a pivotal role in supporting Children in Crisis.
Working alongside a dedicated Ward Manager, an experienced Band 5 nursing team, specialist nurses, and the wider MDT, you will be supported in developing your knowledge, skills and experiences – particularly in caring for Children in Crisis. This will include completion of the Crisis Prevention Institute (CPI) training. The unit has a strong support system in place, and we encourage all staff to receive regular clinical supervision and Professional Nurse Advocate (PNA) sessions which support staff in developing good communication skills, resilience and team working.
Responsibilities
- Act as shift or team leader, providing clinical leadership and management support.
- Develop and evaluate best practice within the department.
- Deputise for the department manager as required.
- Hold the paediatric bleep supporting the unit, attending medical emergencies.
- Support Bed Management responsibilities.
Requirements
- Provide an immunisation and vaccination report from a UK occupational health provider or UK GP.
- Completion of CPI (Crisis Prevention Institute) training.
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