Renowned for our excellence in Paediatric care the Chelsea & Westminster Children and Young People Directorate forms part of the North West London Paediatric Network and has consistently grown over the past few years. We are equipped with the latest technology providing advanced care for our children and Young People requiring both medical and surgical care.
- The post holder will provide leadership and clinical support to paediatric areas including in patient, day care and out patients covering across site at Chelsea and Westminster and West Middlesex Hospital sites.
- Working as part of a senior nursing team delivering a 24 hour service.
- The post holder will ensure trust policies and protocols are adhered to, identifying shortfalls and intervening as necessary.
- The role as senior nurse delivers expert advice and will practice expanded clinical skills working collaboratively with the multi professional team
- Overall responsibility for admission and discharges, supporting patients through their hospital pathway
- Acting as the Senior Nurse for professional issues
- Co-ordinating staffing across Children and Young People directorate
Our nearly 7,500 staff care for a diverse population of 1.5m, providing full clinical services including maternity, A&E and children’s services, plus specialist HIV and sexual health care. The CQC rates us Good in safety, effectiveness, care and responsiveness, and Outstanding in leadership and resource use.
We continually invest in our facilities, including a £30m expansion of critical care at Chelsea and an £80m Ambulatory Diagnostic Centre at West Mid.
We are delivering sustainable healthcare through our Green Plan. In line with Greener NHS ambitions, we aim for net zero carbon emissions by 2045. Achieving this requires collective effort. We encourage staff to reduce their impact on carbon, waste and pollution wherever possible. Every action counts to create a healthier, more sustainable future.
We are committed to equal opportunities and believe diversity drives innovation and excellence. We welcome applications from the global majority, veterans and underrepresented communities, valuing the perspectives they bring.
If you haven’t heard from us within 3 weeks of the closing date, your application was likely unsuccessful. Employment is subject to a six-month probation.
Some roles may require weekend shifts at multiple sites.
For further details / informal visits contact: Name: Senal Soyer Job title: Lead Nurse Paediatrics WLCH Email address: senal.soyer1@nhs.net Telephone number: 07780004056