PCCU Senior Sister

PCCU Senior Sister

There is an exciting opportunity for a dynamic and motivated nurse to join our Paediatric Critical Care senior leadership team for a permanent position.

We are a 14‑bedded Paediatric Critical Care Unit comprising 8 Level 3 beds and 6 Level 2 beds. We care for children across a wide range of specialities and work closely alongside the Children's Medical Emergency Transport (CoMET) service for the East Midlands region, supported by the Paediatric Critical Care Education Team and the University of Nottingham to provide learning opportunities for postgraduate nurses.

To apply, you must be an RSCN or RN Child qualified nurse with substantial experience working in a Paediatric Critical Care environment as a Band 6 nurse. You must hold a recognised Critical Care qualification and Mentors and Assessors qualification, and you will be expected to lead a team, deputise, co‑ordinate care on the unit, and support the PCCU Matron.

You must demonstrate excellent organisational skills and will be expected to support a cohort of Band 5 and 6 nurses and the wider administrative team that support the PCCU.

We are committed to supporting you with professional development opportunities to enhance your critical care nursing skills and knowledge, including a structured induction programme supported by the Paediatric Critical Care Education Team.

The post holder is a member of a team of Band 7 nurses who take managerial, professional and clinical responsibility for the Paediatric Critical Care nursing team. They will have 24‑hour responsibility for the management and delivery of care within PCCU, deputising for the PCCU Matron when requested and undertaking responsibility for the management of Children's Services when delegated by the Senior Nurse/Head Nurse.

Job role is 37.5 hours per week. Part‑time hours are considered with a minimum of 28.45 hours, equating to 10 shifts per month. The clinical band 7 role is a clinical and operational role, covering the full range of shifts, leading the clinical team, and working with the wider PCCU MDT. The operational role is rotated between the band 7 team and involves working a 4‑8 week rota covering core hours, with managerial responsibilities supporting the PCCU Matron.

• Act as Senior Sister/Charge Nurse, being an effective leader and role model, regularly taking charge of the unit and maintaining high standards of care and environment.
• Provide regular direct clinical care, supporting the implementation of both clinical and non‑clinical governance.
• Support and lead a cohort of Band 6 and 5 nurses and members of the admin team, conducting yearly appraisals and ensuring staff training is up to date.
• Be registered with the Nursing and Midwifery Council.

• Current NMC registration (RSCN or RN Child Branch).
• Degree in health or nursing related studies.
• Completion of a Mentoring Course.
• Paediatric Critical Care Course (level 2 and 3 critical care competency).
• Advanced Paediatric Life Support (APLS).
• Continuing professional development / reflective profile.
• Completion of local competency packages.
• Formal leadership and management training.
• Research training/experience.
• EPALS.
• Evidence of study at Masters level.
• GIC instructor or equivalent.

• Minimum of 5 years post‑registration experience, including management/leadership experience.
• Clinically credible experience in Paediatric Critical Care Nursing, able to utilise clinical expertise and specialist knowledge for evidence‑based education and care of critically ill children.

• Able to present and receive complex information within the multi‑professional team.
• Ability to generate and present reports and documents.
• Experience in strategic planning for a service.

• Ability to present and receive complex information within the multi‑professional team.

• Ability to respond to, prioritise and analyse complex problems or situations and ensure effective interventions are put in place.
• Advanced communication skills training.

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and requires a Disclosure and Barring Service check to confirm no previous criminal convictions.

Salary: £49,387 to £56,515 a year pro‑rata.