NHS

Registered Paediatric Nurse - Accident & Emergency


Pay16.00 - 26.00 / hour
LocationSunderland/England
Employment typeOther

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  • Job Description

      Req#: M0042-25-1056?language=en&page=20&sort=publicationDateDesc

      Job summary

      By joining us you can look forward to a choice of flexible Bank shifts across any of our client Trusts in England, as well as the ability to develop professionally and gain experience in several wards or areas.

      Main duties of the job

      • To always maintain confidentiality of information regarding children/ families.
      • Promote and maintain good and effective communication with patients, relatives, and visitors.
      • Persuade patients and families to co-operate with treatment for their well-being, effectively deal with anxious relatives.
      • Ensure parents/carers and the child (when appropriate), can agree and/or negotiate care.

      The role will involve, but not be limited to you performing the above.

      About us

      Here at NHS Professionals, we run England's largest NHS staff bank and are experts at putting people in places to care. Every year we help thousands of dedicated and highly skilled NHS workers enjoy better career opportunities, more flexible shifts, and a healthier work-life balance across our partnered Trusts.

      Career Progressionaccess to Learning & Development opportunities, so that you can take on new roles and challenges.

      Work-life Balanceflexible shifts, committed shifts, wellbeing resources and build paid annual leave.

      Opportunity & Accessover 50 partner NHS Trusts to give you the flexibility of choice to work how and where you want.

      Details

      Date posted

      03 July 2025

      Pay scheme

      Agenda for change

      Band

      Band 5

      Salary

      £16 to £26 an hour

      Contract

      Bank

      Working pattern

      Flexible working

      Reference number

      M0042-25-1056

      Job locations

      Sunderland Royal Hospital

      Kayll Road

      Sunderland

      SR4 7TP


      Job description

      Job responsibilities

      Job Title:Registered Paediatric Nurse - Accident & Emergency

      Trust:South Tyneside and Sunderland NHS Foundation Trust

      Location:Sunderland Royal Hospital

      Pay rates:£16 - £26 per hour

      Contract Length: Start ASAP

      Shift Patterns:Full Time & Part Time

      About the Trust:

      Rated Good (Outstanding for Caring) in their most recent CQC report, South Tyneside & Sunderland NHS

      Foundation Trust provides acute hospital and community-based healthcare services to people in South Tyneside and Sunderland. The Trust also provides a wide range of specialist services, with particular expertise in ophthalmology with a Cataract Treatment Centre, Glaucoma Unit and a Macular Unit. Located in and around South Tyneside & Sunderland, with Newcastle nearby, enjoy the benefits of both city and coastal life.

      Why might this job interest you?

      Being a Paediatric A&E nurse in the NHS is both exhilarating and deeply meaningful. It involves providing urgent care and support to children and their families during critical moments. This role allows nurses to utilise specialised skills in a fast-paced environment, where every day brings new challenges and opportunities to make a difference. Working in A&E not only offers the chance to save lives and alleviate suffering but also provides continuous learning and growth. The flexibility in scheduling ensures nurses can maintain a healthy work-life balance while delivering compassionate and expert care to young patients in their time of need. It's a role that combines adrenaline with empathy, making it incredibly rewarding for those dedicated to paediatric healthcare.

      What you can add:

      • To always maintain confidentiality of information regarding children/ families.
      • Promote and maintain good and effective communication with patients, relatives, and visitors.
      • Persuade patients and families to co-operate with treatment for their well-being, effectively deal with anxious relatives.
      • Ensure parents/carers and the child (when appropriate), can agree and/or negotiate care.

      The role will involve, but not be limited to you performing the above.

      What youll need:

      • A minimum of 6 months paid experience in a Paediatric A&E Nurse environment within the last 3 years
      • Comply with NMC Professional Registration and keep up to date with current nursing practices
      • A Paediatric Nursing Degree

      *Depending on the Trust, you may require variable additional certification and skills.

      The benefits we can offer you in return:

      • Putting People in Places to Care be part of the NHSP community, by joining the bank and caring for patients with a team of people from all walks of life.
      • Weekly pay to give you access to your wages more quickly.
      • Blue Light Card NHS Discount Provider
      • First choice of shifts/placements at the Trust of your choice over agencies.
      • Our team is always happy to help - access our support line any time.
      • Working options to suit your lifestyle being on the bank gives you the flexibility to work the shifts you want or choose fixed term placements.
      • Training and development opportunities via the Trust and NHSPs own academy.
      • Explore different wards, keep your skills up to date whilst gaining vital experience.
      • Being part of the NHSP Community means youll get access to member activities such as member of the month, member appreciation week, key date giveaways, webinar series and much more.

      Who are NHS Professionals?

      NHS Professionals is a flexible staff bank, owned by the Department of Health, our purpose is to provide you with the autonomy to decide when, how, and where you want to work. Supporting your lifestyle and making you feel part of the team and community. Offering you flexible work or alternatively fixed term placements.

      Apply Today

      By joining us you can look forward to a choice of flexible Bank shifts or fixed term placements across any of our client Trusts in England.

      Job description

      Job responsibilities

      Job Title:Registered Paediatric Nurse - Accident & Emergency

      Trust:South Tyneside and Sunderland NHS Foundation Trust

      Location:Sunderland Royal Hospital

      Pay rates:£16 - £26 per hour

      Contract Length: Start ASAP

      Shift Patterns:Full Time & Part Time

      About the Trust:

      Rated Good (Outstanding for Caring) in their most recent CQC report, South Tyneside & Sunderland NHS

      Foundation Trust provides acute hospital and community-based healthcare services to people in South Tyneside and Sunderland. The Trust also provides a wide range of specialist services, with particular expertise in ophthalmology with a Cataract Treatment Centre, Glaucoma Unit and a Macular Unit. Located in and around South Tyneside & Sunderland, with Newcastle nearby, enjoy the benefits of both city and coastal life.

      Why might this job interest you?

      Being a Paediatric A&E nurse in the NHS is both exhilarating and deeply meaningful. It involves providing urgent care and support to children and their families during critical moments. This role allows nurses to utilise specialised skills in a fast-paced environment, where every day brings new challenges and opportunities to make a difference. Working in A&E not only offers the chance to save lives and alleviate suffering but also provides continuous learning and growth. The flexibility in scheduling ensures nurses can maintain a healthy work-life balance while delivering compassionate and expert care to young patients in their time of need. It's a role that combines adrenaline with empathy, making it incredibly rewarding for those dedicated to paediatric healthcare.

      What you can add:

      • To always maintain confidentiality of information regarding children/ families.
      • Promote and maintain good and effective communication with patients, relatives, and visitors.
      • Persuade patients and families to co-operate with treatment for their well-being, effectively deal with anxious relatives.
      • Ensure parents/carers and the child (when appropriate), can agree and/or negotiate care.

      The role will involve, but not be limited to you performing the above.

      What youll need:

      • A minimum of 6 months paid experience in a Paediatric A&E Nurse environment within the last 3 years
      • Comply with NMC Professional Registration and keep up to date with current nursing practices
      • A Paediatric Nursing Degree

      *Depending on the Trust, you may require variable additional certification and skills.

      The benefits we can offer you in return:

      • Putting People in Places to Care be part of the NHSP community, by joining the bank and caring for patients with a team of people from all walks of life.
      • Weekly pay to give you access to your wages more quickly.
      • Blue Light Card NHS Discount Provider
      • First choice of shifts/placements at the Trust of your choice over agencies.
      • Our team is always happy to help - access our support line any time.
      • Working options to suit your lifestyle being on the bank gives you the flexibility to work the shifts you want or choose fixed term placements.
      • Training and development opportunities via the Trust and NHSPs own academy.
      • Explore different wards, keep your skills up to date whilst gaining vital experience.
      • Being part of the NHSP Community means youll get access to member activities such as member of the month, member appreciation week, key date giveaways, webinar series and much more.

      Who are NHS Professionals?

      NHS Professionals is a flexible staff bank, owned by the Department of Health, our purpose is to provide you with the autonomy to decide when, how, and where you want to work. Supporting your lifestyle and making you feel part of the team and community. Offering you flexible work or alternatively fixed term placements.

      Apply Today

      By joining us you can look forward to a choice of flexible Bank shifts or fixed term placements across any of our client Trusts in England.

      Person Specification

      Qualifications

      Essential

      • Comply with NMC Professional Registration and keep up to date with current nursing practices.
      • A Paediatric Nursing Degree

      Experience

      Essential

      • A minimum of 6 months paid experience in a Paediatric A&E Nurse environment within the last 3 years.
      • In addition to experience, all Registered Nurse roles will be required to provide evidence of
      • Statement of NMC Registration
      • Degree /Diploma in Nursing
      Person Specification

      Qualifications

      Essential

      • Comply with NMC Professional Registration and keep up to date with current nursing practices.
      • A Paediatric Nursing Degree

      Experience

      Essential

      • A minimum of 6 months paid experience in a Paediatric A&E Nurse environment within the last 3 years.
      • In addition to experience, all Registered Nurse roles will be required to provide evidence of
      • Statement of NMC Registration
      • Degree /Diploma in Nursing

      Disclosure and Barring Service Check

      This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

      UK Registration

      Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

      Additional information

      Disclosure and Barring Service Check

      This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

      UK Registration

      Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

      Employer details

      Employer name

      NHS Professionals Limited

      Address

      Sunderland Royal Hospital

      Kayll Road

      Sunderland

      SR4 7TP


      Employer's website

      https://www.nhsprofessionals.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

      Employer details

      Employer name

      NHS Professionals Limited

      Address

      Sunderland Royal Hospital

      Kayll Road

      Sunderland

      SR4 7TP


      Employer's website

      https://www.nhsprofessionals.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

  • About the company

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