Job overview
Here at Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust we are seeking newly qualified or experienced Staff Nurses to join our friendly & dynamic team in our Paediatric Inpatient Unit at our Basildon Hospital site.
Are you a dynamic, motivated and flexible nurse, seeking a new challenge within a dedicated Paediatric Inpatient Unit?
Are you looking for the opportunity to grow and develop both personally and professionally? Do you enjoy empowering others to succeed?
We are a large general hospital that cares for the health needs of a large number of service users in a versatile community.
We are looking for pro-active and self-motivated Paediatric Nurses who are passionate about delivering high quality patient care.
Working in an inpatient setting can be a challenging but rewarding clinical environment. We are looking for someone who is a good team player and will bring a positive attitude to the Trust with a flexible approach to working.
Come and join our fantastic team!
Main duties of the job
We are a supportive and encouraging department and you will be part of a solid team of paediatric nurses with different levels of experience. This will provide you with the support and camaraderie to make each day a good one. We have a number of band 7 senior sisters working directly within the department as well as a dedicated practice development team which work wholly on enabling you to develop your skills and experiences and facilitate further learning and training.
We receive a wide variety of emergency patients, including trauma, medical, surgical, haematology and oncology admissions .
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
For further details, please refer to attached job description and personal specification for further details.
Person specification
Skills
Essential
- Excellent written communication skills - demonstrated throughout application form
- Basic computer skills (word, emails, excel)
Desirable
- Trained to administer IV therapy.
- Trained to access central/long lines.
Experience
Essential
- Nursing/student nursing experience in the care of the child and family in an acute paediatric care setting.
Desirable
- Experience or awareness of child protection issues
Qualifications
Essential
- RSCN / RN (child)
- NMC Pin
Desirable
- Relevant nursing degree
- PILS qualification
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This advert is for Staff Nurse - Paediatrics with Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust in Westcliff On Sea, East of England, England. It is listed as a Band 5 Nurse (adult and children) role. The advertised salary is £32,073 Per Annum (Pro Rata for Part Time). The contract type is Permanent. The application deadline is 09 Jul 2026.
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