Job summary
The post-holder will work as part of the Renal Support Unit for a fixed 8-month secondment to the home therapies team. This is a unique role which requires renal expertise managing a cohort of patients and will be supervised by a Band 7 Renal Clinical Nurse Specialist. The post holder will deliver care to patients with renal conditions by working within one of the specialist renal nursing teams.
This post will enable the individual to develop enhanced knowledge, skills, and competence in managing the care of children and families requiring home dialysis. It is expected that the post holder will share the expertise gained with the wider multi-disciplinary team.
Main duties of the job
The post-holder will work with the renal home therapies team, providing care to patients on both peritoneal dialysis and home haemodialysis. The post holder will work under the supervision of a Band 7 Clinical Nurse Specialist to provide support to the clinical team in managing the caseload across the renal care pathway.
All specialist nurses are expected to work clinically as part of a ward roster. This requirement is equivalent to at least one full 12.5 hour shifts per month based on full time employment (pro rata if part time) but may be subject to variation or review according to individual service requirements.
About us
GOSH is committed to recruiting the best person for the job, based solely on their ability and individual merit as measured against the criteria for the role; through a process that is fair, open, consistent and free from bias and discrimination.
We are committed to being a diverse and inclusive employer and foster a culture where all staff are valued, respected and acknowledged. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, age, disability status or length of time spent unemployed.
We particularly welcome applications from BAME communities, people with disabilities and/or long-term health conditions and LGBT+ community members.
We have policies and procedures in place to ensure that all applicants and employees are treated fairly and consistently. We are proud to be accredited as a Disability Confident Employer, a member of Business Disability Forum and a Stonewall Diversity Champion.
We have active and Executive supported BAME, LGBT+ and Allies, Disability and Long-Term Health Conditions and Women's staff networks. Staff networks are employee-led groups formed around interests, issues and a common bond or background. Staff network members create a positive and inclusive work environment at Great Ormond Street Hospital by actively contributing to the Trust's mission, values and efforts specific to inclusion. All of our staff networks are open to any employee.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required. For both documents please view the attachment/s below.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required. For both documents please view the attachment/s below.
Person Specification
Our always values
Essential
- Our always values
- Knowledge and Understanding of diverse backgrounds and perspectives.
- Understanding of Diversity and Inclusion challenges in the workplace.
- Demonstrable contribution to advancing Equality, Diversity and Inclusion in the Workplace
Education, training and qualifications
Essential
- NMC Registered Child Nurse
- Evidence of ongoing continued professional development with the specialty linked to demonstrate clinical competencies
- Possession of a relevant degree or in the process of obtaining
- Basic and advanced life support
Desirable
Skills and abilities
Essential
- Excellent paediatric clinical skills
- Relevant specialist skills and abilities
- Able to work across professional team and organisational boundaries
- Effective managerial, leadership and organisational skills Effective teaching, training and preceptorship skills
- Ability to delegate and prioritise
- IT Skills
- Administration of IV drugs
Desirable
- Administrating mediation under patient group directives
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Knowledge & Experience
Essential
- Experience at band 6 or equivalent, including within relevant clinical environment
- Teaching, clinical supervision and managerial experience
- Child protection procedures
- Understanding of professional and current issues in children's nursing
- Understanding of resource management, health and safety, clinical risk and quality issues
Desirable
- Experience of coordinating and managing patient care
- Previous experience of research, audit and quality improvement
- Previous experience of change management and problem solving
- Experience of handling clinical incidents and complaints
- Excellent specialty knowledge
- Handling clinical incidents and complaints
- Understanding of audit and research methodologies
Person Specification
Our always values
Essential
- Our always values
- Knowledge and Understanding of diverse backgrounds and perspectives.
- Understanding of Diversity and Inclusion challenges in the workplace.
- Demonstrable contribution to advancing Equality, Diversity and Inclusion in the Workplace
Education, training and qualifications
Essential
- NMC Registered Child Nurse
- Evidence of ongoing continued professional development with the specialty linked to demonstrate clinical competencies
- Possession of a relevant degree or in the process of obtaining
- Basic and advanced life support
Desirable
Skills and abilities
Essential
- Excellent paediatric clinical skills
- Relevant specialist skills and abilities
- Able to work across professional team and organisational boundaries
- Effective managerial, leadership and organisational skills Effective teaching, training and preceptorship skills
- Ability to delegate and prioritise
- IT Skills
- Administration of IV drugs
Desirable
- Administrating mediation under patient group directives
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Knowledge & Experience
Essential
- Experience at band 6 or equivalent, including within relevant clinical environment
- Teaching, clinical supervision and managerial experience
- Child protection procedures
- Understanding of professional and current issues in children's nursing
- Understanding of resource management, health and safety, clinical risk and quality issues
Desirable
- Experience of coordinating and managing patient care
- Previous experience of research, audit and quality improvement
- Previous experience of change management and problem solving
- Experience of handling clinical incidents and complaints
- Excellent specialty knowledge
- Handling clinical incidents and complaints
- Understanding of audit and research methodologies
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer details
Employer name
Great Ormond Street Hospital for Children NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Great Ormond Street Hospital
Great Ormond Street
London
WC1N 3JH
Employer's website
https://www.gosh.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
