Job overview
Dolphin is our specialist cardiac ward. We have 16 beds, 5 of which are based within our specialist high dependency unit. We care for patients from the age of 0 up to 18 years old. We are a specialist children’s cardiac centre, providing care across the south west of England and Wales.
Zoe, the ward sister says "Dolphin will encourage and support you to be the best nurse you can be. Providing you with the best cardiac learning opportunities and experience. Dolphin ward has a fantastic cardiac education program that will support your development and knowledge in this exciting specialty. You will gain the skills to care for children with coronary heart disease who require not just regional specialist care but also critical high dependency level care. So, there is always something new to learn or be involved in. The team on Dolphin ward are fun, friendly and really supportive. It’s an amazing place to work.”
We have permanent opportunities for Registered Children’s Nurses who have completed preceptorship in the NHS. We particularly welcome applications from Registered Nurses with critical care or cardiac experience.
Main duties of the job
Bristol Royal Hospital for Children provides services for children from across the south west of England, and is one of the UK’s five specialist Paediatric Major Trauma Centres. The hospital is nestled in the heart of the lively city of Bristol. A city brimming with art and culture, restaurants and nightlife. A place where you can live and grow, raise a family and discover the true meaning of work-life balance.
So, what are you waiting for? Start your application today!
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
For a more detailed job description and main responsibilities, please refer to the job description document attached to this vacancy.
Applicant requirements
You must have appropriate UK professional registration.
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.
Person specification
Skills & Abilities
Essential
- Demonstrate competence in clinical skills relevant to the clinical area
- Good interpersonal and communication skills, able to communicate effectively with patients, carers and MDT
- Computer skills
- Competence in calculations for safe administration of medicines/fluids
- Ability to take the lead, initiate and ensure appropriate action in response to the deteriorating patient
- Clinical decision making ability
- Teaching/supervisory skills
- Ability to work with minimum supervision
- Act in a professional manner
- Self motivated
- A team player
- Recognition of own limits
Knowledge & Experience
Essential
- Broad knowledge and experience of clinical nursing practice within a hospital environment
- Interest in the clinical area
Desirable
- Experience of taking charge
- Experience of teaching
Qualifications & Training
Essential
- RSCN/ RN child branch (NMC registered) or equivalent
- Current NMC registration
Desirable
- Work towards relevant university accredited post basic study programmes e.g. teaching and assessing course
Public Sector Language Competency
Essential
- Be able to speak fluent English to an appropriate standard
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This advert is for Paediatric Staff Nurse - Cardiac - Dolphin Ward with University Hospitals Bristol and Weston NHS Foundation Trust in Bristol, England. It is listed as a Band 5 Nurse (adult and children) role. The advertised salary is £32,073 - £39,043 per annum, pro rata for part time roles. The contract type is Permanent. The application deadline is 19 Aug 2026.
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