Job summary
This is a very exciting opportunity for a paediatric nurse to be involved in the Community Diagnostic Centre pathway for CYP's. The post holder will work closely with the respiratory team to deliver care to CYPs within the CDC and clinic. The post holder will assist with the diagnostic tests, provide reports to primary care.
Main duties of the job
To welcome the child and family to the CDC
to undertake peak flow and assist with diagnostic tests for asthma
to work with the respiratory team within MDT's
To generate reports following the tests
to provide training and education
About us
We want to attract the best and brightest people to work with us and that means we will look after you from the moment you apply for a role at the Trust and throughout your career with us. Our staff are central to everything we do, and we believe that investing in you is crucial if we want to enable you to reach your full potential.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Work as a band 6 paediatric nurse within the CDC. to assist with pathway management and developing the service.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Work as a band 6 paediatric nurse within the CDC. to assist with pathway management and developing the service.
Person Specification
Education and Qualification
Essential
- RSCN/RN Child or equivalent
- Evidence of continued professional development
- Preparation for mentorship (ENB 988 or equivalent)
Desirable
- Management/Team leading qualification
Knowledge and experience
Essential
- Has had experience in managing respiratory children in the acute setting
- Paediatric nursing experience in both acute and community settings
- Acute paediatric nursing experience of working in a team and independently
Skills and Knowledge
Essential
- Ability to work confidently and autonomously and remain calm under stress
- IT skills
- Flexible approach to working pattern
- Excellent communication skills
- Ability to work within a multidisciplinary team
Person Specification
Education and Qualification
Essential
- RSCN/RN Child or equivalent
- Evidence of continued professional development
- Preparation for mentorship (ENB 988 or equivalent)
Desirable
- Management/Team leading qualification
Knowledge and experience
Essential
- Has had experience in managing respiratory children in the acute setting
- Paediatric nursing experience in both acute and community settings
- Acute paediatric nursing experience of working in a team and independently
Skills and Knowledge
Essential
- Ability to work confidently and autonomously and remain calm under stress
- IT skills
- Flexible approach to working pattern
- Excellent communication skills
- Ability to work within a multidisciplinary team
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
