Paediatric Senior Nurse


Company:	NHS Jobs
Salary:	£49,387 to £56,515 a year
Hours:	Full-time
Location:	London, SW10 9NH
Job type:	Permanent
Posting date:	2 Nov 2026
Closing date:	16 Nov 2026

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Summary

Operational Management To lead on paediatric site management within agreed policies, protocols and procedures, liaising with the relevant Clinical Site Manager, Senior Manager on Call and Senior Nursing Team where necessary. Assist in the development of new policies to support practice. To co-ordinate the provision of a safe environment for patients, carers and staff in accordance with the trust Health and Safety policy. To take appropriate action relating to complaints, accidents and untoward incidents involving patients, visitors and staff. To act as an effective role model for all staff. Undertake such duties as required to maintain the efficient running of all areas including Children and Young People, in conjunction with the Senior paediatric management team. Clinical and Professional Issues Provide a clinically credible paediatric nursing service, demonstrating expert knowledge and clinical skills. To be responsible for the assessment of paediatric patients and ensuring utilisation of appropriate resources to meet the needs of the patient, in association with the medical and specialist teams. Provide expert advice on issues related to paediatric nursing care. Respond accordingly to reported and escalated NPEWS in line with Trust policy. To provide expert knowledge and support to nursing and medical staff, and have an overarching view and responsibility for all patients and families. Communications To provide calm, supportive and problem solving approach to situations. To be flexible and empathise with difficult situations. Provide support and counselling when necessary. Promote and display the trust values. Teaching and Supervision Assist with the development and delivery of training programmes for nursing and medical staff as required. To support and supervise staff with nursing skills, those undertaking intravenous drug administration and cannulation through supervision. To update own skills and knowledge as required by maintaining NMC registration. Assist in the development of research based practice. Assist with simulation teaching and training within the department.

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