Professional Development Nurse; Paediatrics

Practice Development Nurse – Rainbow Paediatric Unit

We are seeking to appoint an experienced and motivated Practice Development Nurse to join the Rainbow Paediatric Unit at Newham University Hospital, part of Barts Health NHS Trust. This senior role is central to supporting the development of a skilled, confident and compassionate paediatric nursing workforce. We are looking for a highly committed Registered Children’s Nurse who can provide strong professional leadership and drive excellence in clinical education.

Responsibilities:

• Take responsibility for the education and development of pre‑ and post‑registration learners, newly qualified nurses and existing staff within the ward, coordinating and delivering structured teaching, supporting learning in practice, and ensuring that all staff have access to high‑quality training that reflects current evidence‑based standards.
• Lead paediatric resuscitation training / SIMS and oversee the safe introduction and implementation of new medical equipment.
• Provide ongoing professional development opportunities such as reflective practice, clinical skills updates and competency assessment.
• Contribute to the recruitment and retention of nursing staff, participate in interviews, and support the induction and transition of new colleagues.
• Coordinate the Preceptorship Programme for newly qualified nurses and for those that are new to Paediatric nursing.
• Work clinically alongside newly qualified nurses and those that are new to Paediatric nursing to ensure they are supported in the clinical environment.
• Demonstrate exceptional clinical skills in all areas of Paediatric Nursing and possess the ability to develop and teach others.
• Work in partnership with the senior management team to develop a working environment that supports learning and promotes excellent standards of care of all staff.
• Initiate, facilitate and support innovative change within Paediatrics in line with current clinical and academic evidence, national standards and relevant reports.
• Evaluate programmes of training and education in collaboration with NNU staff.

This role is part of a leading NHS trust committed to safe and compassionate care, inclusion, and continuous improvement.