Job Description
Shift Type: Ad Hoc, Short-Notice Assignments
Salary: Competitive rates based on NHS Band 5 & 6 pay scales
About the Role:
Tehy Care Group is partnering with NHS trusts across Devon, Somerset, and Swindon to provide QIS-certified Paediatric and Neonatal Nurses for ad-hoc short-notice cover, primarily night shifts. We are seeking dedicated and compassionate professionals who are passionate about child and neonatal care.
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide high-quality nursing care to paediatric and neonatal patients, ensuring the safety, health, and well-being of the children in your care.
- Administer medications, manage intravenous lines, and monitor vital signs.
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, including doctors, physiotherapists, and social workers, to develop individualized care plans.
- Provide emotional and educational support to families and guardians of paediatric patients.
- Respond swiftly to emergencies, performing resuscitation and other life-saving measures as necessary.
- Maintain accurate patient records and comply with all relevant healthcare regulations and protocols.
Qualifications:
- Registered Nurse (RN) with a current NMC pin number.
- QIS Certification (Qualified in Speciality) in Paediatrics or Neonatal Care is mandatory.
- Minimum 2 years of experience working in paediatric or neonatal settings.
- Familiarity with the latest care protocols, especially in neonatal intensive care and emergency paediatric procedures.
- Basic Life Support (BLS) or Paediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team and with the families of patients.
Requirements:
- Local candidates are strongly preferred as no accommodation packages will be provided.
- Ability to work on short notice, often for night shifts, with flexibility to cover last-minute absences.
- Experience working in high-pressure, critical-care environments.
- Candidates must already have been awarded Lot 1 under the RM6281: Provision of Clinical & Healthcare Staffing Framework.
What We Offer:
- Competitive hourly rates based on NHS Band 5 & 6 pay scales.
- Flexibility in shift scheduling, allowing for a better work-life balance.
- A supportive work environment with opportunities to expand your skills.
- The opportunity to make a difference in the lives of vulnerable paediatric and neonatal patients.
Benefits:
- Flexible Shifts: Choose shifts that fit your schedule, with a focus on night shifts.
- Supportive Team: Work with a multidisciplinary team of professionals dedicated to providing exceptional healthcare.
- Professional Development: Opportunities to gain more experience and training in paediatric and neonatal care.
Application Process:
If you are a qualified, passionate, and flexible nurse with the required certifications and experience, we invite you to express your interest by submitting your CV and cover letter to apply@jobs.tehycare.com with the subject QIS-Certified Paediatric/Neonatal Nurses