Staff Nurse

Alder Hey Children'S Nhs Foundation Trust•West Kirby, England, United Kingdom•Bio & Pharmacology & Health•2026-11-14 20:39:03

The post holder is responsible for the assessment of care needs and the development, implementation and evaluation of programmes of care for the care of a patient requiring paediatric intensive care., Undertake comprehensive nursing assessments of critically ill children.

Plan, implement, and evaluate individualised care based on assessment findings.
Manage and maintain the airway of critically ill children safely and effectively.
Administer and manage complex drug regimens safely, involving patients and families in care planning and delivery.
Demonstrate technical competence in the use of specialised equipment required in PICU.
Maintain high standards of nursing care, ensuring the care environment is appropriate for children and that all interventions are evidence-based and reflect current research developments.
Respect and uphold the privacy, dignity, and confidentiality of patients and their families, ensuring cultural and religious needs are met.
Perform clinical assessment skills to support patient care.
Work effectively to ensure patient safety, using clinical judgement to assess situations, analyse information, and evaluate care options.
Accurately document all clinical observations, test results, and relevant records.
Work effectively as an integral member of the MDT.
Contribute to the efficient and effective use of resources.
Provide clear, up-to-date information to families in collaboration with the MDT.
Liaise with healthcare professionals and external agencies to ensure continuity of care and promote a coordinated, family-centred approach.
For experienced paediatric nurseswho have recent PICU experience and have completed a PCCS Foundation programme we offer a bespoke local induction package to meet your needs, created and overseen by the Paediatric Intensive Care education team.

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