Staff Nurse - Children's Emergency Department

Staff Nurse - Children's Emergency Department

Job Overview

We are currently looking for Qualified Children's Nurses ideally with experience of working with children in a acute setting who would like to become part of the CED team.

We would also welcome applications from adult nurses ideally with ED experience who we could offer a fixed term contract.

Main Duties of the Job

There is a full resuscitation room, minors/majors cubicles and a four bedded observation unit. We were the first children's ED in the country to have a dedicated sensory cubicle for children with additional needs.

This is your opportunity to work within the children's emergency nursing team and continue to develop your career. You will be working in a bright purpose built children's hospital with support from the children's nursing team and paediatric consultants.

Person Specification

• Registered Nurse - Child Branch or Adult with Paediatric Experience.
• Experience working with children in Acute setting
• Recent course relating to Acutely unwell / injured CYP.
• APLS

About our Trust

At UHSussex we're proud to be at the heart of the NHS. As one of the UK's largest acute Trusts , we're a leading example of the excellence, the ambition and the values that have embodied the NHS for over 70 years.

Our hard-working, talented and dedicated people work together towards a common goal - to always put our Patient First . In fact our mission is summed up by our 'where better never stops' motto and you will play a part in driving us forwards and in improving the lives of patients across Sussex.

Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion

• Evidence of having championed diversity in previous roles (as appropriate to role).
• Evidence of having undertaken own development to improve understanding of equalities issues

Important information for applicants:

A Note on AI Use in Applications: We value the individuality and authenticity that each candidate brings to the application process.

Closing Adverts Early: In the event of exceptional interest, we may close adverts earlier than specified.

Flexible Working: If you would like to explore potential options regarding flexible working please speak with the appropriate recruiting/line manager.

DBS Checks: As part of our commitment to a safe working environment, we undertake a Disclosure and Barring Service check on all new employees where the role is eligible for a criminal record check .

Skilled Worker Visa: Applications for Skilled Worker sponsorship are welcome for the roles that meet the Visa and Immigrations eligibility criteria.

UHSussex is an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all sections of the community.