Paediatric Emergency Department Staff Nurse – Band 5
Join Whittington Health as a Paediatric Emergency Department Staff Nurse – Band 5 and help deliver life‑saving, high‑quality care to children and their families.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide emergency nursing care in a fast‑paced paediatric environment.
- Work across a shift pattern that includes long days (07:30–20:00), night shifts (19:30–08:00) and twilight shifts (10:00–22:30).
- Collaborate with the dedicated paediatric lead nurse, practice development nurses and allocated mentor to deliver evidence‑based care.
- Support the paediatric emergency team in trauma triage and critical care services.
Qualifications & Experience
- Registered Nurse (RN) with post‑registration acute nursing experience preferred.
- Experience in a paediatric or emergency care setting is advantageous.
- Commitment to ongoing professional development and willingness to undertake additional training.
Training & Development
- PILS (Paediatric Immediate Life Support)
- TILS (Trauma Immediate Life Support)
- Qualification in Specialism for Paediatric Emergency Nursing (RCN accredited)
- Manchester Triage Training
Within two years of joining, you will be offered the above courses, supporting your progression towards a junior sister role.
Work Environment
The Whittington Emergency Department serves a diverse local community in North London. Our CQC inspection in January 2020 highlighted the outstanding teamwork that helps us maintain an above‑average performance as a dedicated trauma unit.
Equal Opportunities Statement
Whittington Health serves a richly diverse population and strives to ensure all services are fair and accessible. We value differences in age, disability, gender, marital status, pregnancy and maternity, race, sexual orientation, religion or belief, and aim to build a workforce that reflects this diversity.
Contact Information
For further details or informal visits:
Name: Gail Murphy
Job Title: Senior Sister, Paediatric Emergency Department
Email: gail.murphy3@nhs.net
Telephone: 020 7288 5634
How to Apply
When applying, please note that the vacancy may close before the advertised date if a sufficient number of suitable applications are received.
