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Posted 22 July, 2026

Registered Nurse

Reed
Dunstable, ENG, GB Full Time

Job Description

Paediatric Nurse Care Co-ordinator (Band 5)

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Location: South LondonHours: 30–37.5 hours per week (flexible, minimum 4 days)Contract: Permanent

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About the Role

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We are seeking a compassionate and organised Care Co-ordinator to join an ambitious and growing service supporting children with complex, serious or life-limiting conditions. This is a rewarding opportunity to make a meaningful difference, working closely with children and their families both in hospital and at home.

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You will play a vital role in coordinating care, supporting hospital discharges, and ensuring smooth transitions between clinical and community settings. Working as part of a collaborative multi-disciplinary network, you will help deliver high-quality, person-centred support to those who need it most.

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Key Responsibilities

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  • Manage a caseload of children and families, providing tailored support both in hospital and at home
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  • Work closely with hospital discharge teams to enable safe and timely transitions from hospital to home
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  • Act as a key liaison between hospital teams, community services, and families to ensure seamless care coordination
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  • Support children and families emotionally and practically through complex and challenging situations
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  • Maintain accurate records, reporting, and data management to a high standard
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  • Build effective partnerships with healthcare professionals and stakeholders
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  • Contribute to continuous service development and improvement
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About You

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We are looking for someone who is passionate about making a difference and thrives in a people-focused, fast-paced environment.

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Essential Skills & Experience

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  • Experience working with children and families with complex care needs in hospital and/or community settings
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  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build trust and rapport
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  • Ability to work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams
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  • Excellent organisational skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities effectively
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  • Confident using IT systems, including databases and reporting tools
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Desirable

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  • Experience in discharge planning or bed management
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Personal Qualities

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  • Compassionate, emotionally intelligent, and resilient
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  • Highly organised, reliable, and proactive
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  • Confident, enthusiastic, and solutions-focused
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  • A strong team player with a positive, can-do attitude
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What’s on Offer

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  • The opportunity to make a genuine impact on the lives of children and families
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  • A flexible working pattern to support work-life balance
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  • A supportive and collaborative team environment
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  • Ongoing professional development opportunities
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