Job requirements
Essential
5 listedRequirements the employer expects applicants to meet.
- Qualifications
Degree in Nursing Studies
- Skills & Abilities
Effective communicator with good interpersonal skills and initiative
- Professional Registration
Registered Sick Childrens Nurse or RN (Child Branch) with active NMC registration
- Knowledge, training and experience
Experience of working with children in an acute clinical setting
- Knowledge, training and experience
Understanding of safeguarding procedures
Desirable
2 listedAdditional qualities the employer would prefer.
- Skills & Abilities
Evidence of involvement in teaching and mentoring learners
- Knowledge, training and experience
Ability to work within a team and independently prioritising care
Job overview
Are you looking a passionate, caring registered paediatric nurse seeking a fantastic and rewarding opportunity?
Are you ready to make a difference where it matters most?
Is so, an exciting opportunity has arisen for you to join us on the PANDA Unit as a paediatric staff nurse.
On the PANDA unit we are a dedicated team who work together to provide excellent treatment and care for unwell and injured children in the Emergency Department at Salford Royal Hospital.
We are passionate about delivering safe, clean and personal care for the patient and their family as well as ensuring a positive work environment where staff can thrive. If you have the motivation and the ability to work in a challenging clinical environment as well as being committed to delivering outstanding patient care, we would like to hear from you.
Main duties of the job
What You’ll Do
- Deliver high-quality, compassionate care in a variety of emergency situations
- Work collaboratively with a multidisciplinary team to assess, triage, and treat patients
- Respond swiftly and effectively to medical emergencies
- Contribute to a culture of learning, safety, and continuous improvement
What We’re Looking For
- Excellent clinical decision-making and communication skills
- The ability to remain calm and focused under pressure
- Prior A&E or acute care experience is desirable (but not essential – full training provided!)
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
This vacancy is open to those who have a current NMC PIN to practice as a Registered Nurse in the UK, or those who are currently enrolled on a course which means they expect to receive their full NMC Pin within the next 2-3 months.
Please note an NMC PRN Pin is not a full NMC Pin and would not fulfil the essential criteria for this role.
The NCA can no longer accept applications from International Nurses and Midwives who are yet to complete all competencies needed to receive a full NMC PIN to practice in the UK as we have paused our OSCE programme indefinitely. To learn more about how you can gain a full NMC PIN to be eligible to apply for our vacancies in the future, please see the NMC website: https://www.nmc.org.uk/registration/joining-the-register/register-nurse-midwife/trained-outside-uk/how-to-guide/
To read more information about the advertised role, and the main job duties/responsibilities please open the Job Description and Person Specification located under the supporting documents heading. You can also read more information about working at the Northern Care Alliance within the attached Candidate Information Pack or by visiting our careers website: www.careers.northerncarealliance.nhs.uk
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.
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This advert is for Paediatric Staff Nurse with Northern Care Alliance NHS Foundation Trust in Salford, England. It is listed as a Band 5 Staff nurse role. The advertised salary is £32,073 - £39,043 per annum. The contract type is 18 months (Fixed term to cover secondment/mat leave). The application deadline is 27 Oct 2026.
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