FAQs
What is the job title for this position?
The job title is Staff Nurse in Children's services.
Is this position full-time or part-time?
We offer both part-time and full-time positions.
Are there flexible working options available?
Yes, we actively promote flexible working options to help you manage your work/life balance.
What department will I be working in?
You will be working in Ward 11, which is a children's medical ward specializing in children with complex comorbidities, long-term ventilation, and neurological conditions.
Can newly qualified nurses apply for this position?
Yes, newly qualified nurses are invited to apply, along with experienced nurses and Learning Disability Nurses interested in working with children.
What qualifications do I need to apply?
Applicants must possess UK NMC registration or be on an approved university degree program or an OSCE program working towards UK NMC registration.
What are the primary goals of the Leicester Children's Hospital?
The four primary goals are high-quality care for all, being a great place to work, partnerships for impact, and research and education excellence.
What type of support is available for newly registered professionals?
UHL is proud of its preceptorship program, which received the National Preceptorship Quality mark in August 2023, recognizing the high-quality service provided to support newly registered professionals.
How can I get in touch for more information or to arrange an informal visit?
You can contact Rachel Speight, the Ward Sister, via email at rachel.speight@uhl-tr.nhs.uk or by phone at 0116 258 5377.
What values underpin the strategy of the University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust?
The values are compassion, pride, inclusivity, and teamwork.