Paediatric Senior Staff Nurse

The post holder will be a clearly identifiable senior clinical staff member and team leader. They will have significant clinical experience, provide sound clinical expertise to their team, and coordinate and deliver high quality care. They will be a role model for expert clinical care and lead on specific projects/management functions as delegated by the Sister/Charge Nurse. They will role model the identified Trust values at all times.

In general settings, they will be the assigned deputy for their manager, coordinating clinical, managerial and education requirements of the area, and being a role model for team members, whilst delivering and overseeing high standards of care. In specialist settings, they will have a significant level of specialist clinical knowledge and expertise in the clinical functions of care delivery. They will provide advice and guidance also, and generally be known as a senior staff nurse.

To conduct holistic assessment including physical examination, observation and ordering, conducting and interpreting relevant tests and investigations to devise care plans that promote the activities of daily living for children and young people within the service.

To work in collaboration with the multi-professional team, contributing expert, evidence-based knowledge and skills to relevant aspects of the patients' care and treatment.

To plan and conduct appropriate follow up, closure or transition of care for the patient.

To develop and provide patient education and information which is appropriate and responsive to individual needs and level of development.

Chelsea and Westminster Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is one of England's top-performing and safest trusts. We operate two main acute hospital sites—Chelsea and Westminster Hospital and West Middlesex University Hospital—along with award-winning clinics across North West London. Our nearly 7,500 staff care for a diverse population of 1.5 million, providing full clinical services, including maternity, A&E, and children’s services, plus specialist HIV and sexual health clinics. The Care Quality Commission rates us 'Good' in safety, effectiveness, care, and responsiveness, and 'Outstanding' in leadership and resource use.

We continually invest in our facilities, including a £30m expansion of critical care at Chelsea and Westminster and an £80m Ambulatory Diagnostic Centre at West Middlesex. We are committed to equal opportunities and believe that diversity drives innovation and excellence. As part of our dedication to equity, we actively welcome applications from individuals from the global majority, veterans and underrepresented communities. We value the unique perspectives and experiences that diverse teams bring and are committed to creating an environment where all voices are heard, respected, and empowered to succeed.

If you haven’t heard from us within three weeks of the closing date, your application was likely unsuccessful. Employment is subject to a six-month probationary period. Some roles may require weekend shifts at multiple sites.

For further details/informal visits contact: Name: Bethany Lawlor Job title: Ward manager Email address: b.lawlor@nhs.net Telephone number: 07717891194