Paediatric Staff Nurse

University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust (279)

The closing date is 09 February 2026

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a motivated and enthusiastic staff nurse to join our friendly well-established Children's Nursing Team to cover Maternity Leave. We also welcome applications from registered nurses with an interest in paediatrics or with previous paediatric experience.

This is a full-time position, fixed term for a year.

Howard Ward is a 20-bed general Paediatric Ward. Our dedicated team cares for babies, children and young people from birth to 18 years. Our patients have a variety of medical and surgical conditions. The unit has an HDU area and a separate Children's Assessment unit. You will build on essential skills in nursing sick children such as respiratory support, fluid and pain management and stabilisation of the critically ill child.

We welcome applications from those who currently hold a UK NMC registration. If you currently hold an overseas nursing qualification and require sponsorship we are not currently direct hiring Internationally Qualified Nurses.

This role is eligible for visa sponsorship under the UK Visas & Immigration (UKVI) Skilled Worker route; however sponsorship can only be provided where applicants meet the specific requirements set by UKVI, including the relevant skill and salary thresholds (£25,000), and any role‑specific criteria.

The service is committed to providing a high standard of nursing care for sick children and young people up to the age of 18 years, within the University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust, including outpatient, emergency and elective care within the division, by ensuring the most effective use of resources. Assist team members with the assessment and delivery of care, under the direction and supervision of the team leader.

We provide excellent opportunities for ongoing professional development and leadership.

We have a strong multi‑disciplinary team and welcome enthusiastic, motivated nurses who passionate about providing excellent care to children and their families.

Please note that if you currently work for another NHS Trust or UHSussex and you are applying to accept this position as a secondment opportunity, before applying you must seek agreement and authorisation from your current Trust/Manager. Secondments can’t be agreed without this approval. If you are unable to gain approval you should refrain from applying unless you wish to take this role as a fixed‑term position.

At UHSussex, diversity is our strength, and we want you to feel included to help us always deliver Excellent Care Everywhere, as shown in our Outstanding for Caring CQC rating. Your uniqueness and experiences will be part of our creative and innovative community where everyone is encouraged to succeed. We have a range of staff networks to help break down barriers, and can offer a buddy to help new members settle in.

We’re proud to be a Disability Confident Employer (Level 3) and a Veteran Aware Trust.

• Participate in the assessment, implementation and delivery of individualized patient care seeking guidance where appropriate
• Report on the condition of patients to the Clinical Leader/Medical staff, assisting them in ascertaining treatments and ensuring these are carried out
• Ensure that all patients’ data is accurately recorded
• Ensure that all patients have nutritional assessment and that individual needs are fully met
• Be responsible for the control and custody of all medication and drugs in accordance with Trust policy
• Administer drugs as prescribed, checking and witnessing controlled drugs
• Ensure safe, effective discharge planning, involving the multidisciplinary team as necessary
• Maintain own professional development under the guidance of senior staff
• Develop teaching and assessing skills through training and practical experience; becoming a mentor to learners
• Take charge of a group of patients, taking into account patient/relative/carers wishes
• Be able to confidently take charge of the ward when the occasion presents itself
• Ensure that all patients’ needs are identified and programmes of care…