Complex Paediatric Nurse – Nights

Broadstairs, Kent

Registered Nurse - Agency

Job Description

About the Role

Primcura Healthcare is seeking an experienced Paediatric Nurse to provide night-time care for a child with complex medical needs in their home. This role is ideal for a confident, skilled nurse who is passionate about delivering high-quality, compassionate care.

Responsibilities

Respiratory Care

• Manage severe hypoventilation
• Follow a robust respiratory plan including oxygen guidance
• Perform oral and deep suctioning
• Provide chest physiotherapy
• Deliver bag-valve-mask ventilation in emergency apnoea situations

Seizure Management

• Implement a comprehensive seizure plan for home and hospital
• Provide oxygen and suctioning as needed
• Administer emergency seizure medications

Enteral Feeding

• Manage feeding via mini button (14Fr 1.5cm)
• Administer milk feeds and blended diet
• Monitor for vomiting and aspiration risks

Mobility & Postural Support

• Assist with spinal brace, arm/leg splints, AFOs, and hand splints
• Monitor skin integrity
• Support with dystonia

Elimination

• Provide care for double incontinence (pads day & night)
• Assist with constipation and IBS management

Medication

• Follow a symptom-management plan
• Administer medications under a complex seizure protocol

Requirements

• RNC (Registered Children’s Nurse) or RGN with paediatric experience
• Proven competency in all listed clinical areas
• Experience in community or complex paediatric care desirable
• Confident working independently during night shifts
• Compassionate, reliable, and calm in emergencies

What We’re Looking For

• At least 6 months’ UK care experience
• Must have experience in providing personal care and demonstrate a willingness to support individuals with their personal care needs.
• Right to work in the UK (with documentation)
• A calm, confident, and patient approach to support
• Full UK driving licence & car
• Minimum of 24 hours availability per week
• Enhanced DBS (don’t worry – we can sort this for you)

Why You’ll Love Working with Us

We know our Staff go above and beyond – so we make sure you’re rewarded with:

·         Pick & choose your shifts – all through our super-easy mobile booking app

·         Weekly pay – money in your account every Friday, no waiting around!

·         Ongoing training & career development – we’ll help you build your skills

·         Employee of the Month awards – your hard work won’t go unnoticed

·         Supportive office team – we’ve got your back 7 days a week

·         Blue Light Card – discounts galore on shopping, dining, travel & more

·         Jam Doughnut rewards – earn cashback while you shop

Apply Now

If you’re a skilled paediatric nurse looking for rewarding night work, we’d love to hear from you.

Please contact us on 01227 935700 or email us at recruitment@primcurahealthcare.co.uk

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