Job summary
Blood, Cells and Cancer
Immunology Specialist Nurse
Band 6 - 1.0WTE (37.5hours/week)
Due to continuous growth across the Immunology service and specifically across the novel therapies field, we are looking to recruit a motivated, enthusiastic Band 6 nurse to join our creative and skilled team.
The Immunology service at GOSH leads on pioneering Thymus Transplantation and Gene Therapy, alongside growing novel therapies and an established immunoglobulin replacement service. Research and innovation are embedded in our clinical practice, and we are proud to be part of the national pilot programme for newborn screening (NBS) for Severe Combined Immunodeficiency (SCID). We offer cutting edge, complex and lifesaving treatments, sustained by excellent medical and multi-disciplinary specialist care.
For an informal discussion, please contact:
Jinhua Xu-Bayford, CNS - Gene Therapy/ Immunology; Team Lead Ext 38426
Jinhua.Xu-Bayford@gosh.nhs.uk
Emma Gilbert, BCC Matron, Ext 1112 Emma.gibert@gosh.nhs.uk
Main duties of the job
This new role will provide the successful candidate the opportunity to work across the Immunology inpatient and outpatient teams, primarily supporting the Thymus Transplantation, Gene Therapy, and novel therapy programmes. The postholder will be supported to develop detailed planning and co-ordination skills for bespoke protocols of care, in collaboration with national and international care services. The post also offers the opportunity to develop highly specialised skills and knowledge including venepuncture, donor screening and informed consent procedures. The post holder will be empowered to gain independence in managing their unique cohort of children over time, within the environment of a supportive team.
The Immunology Nursing team consists of Band 6 & 7 Clinical Nurse Specialists, research nurses and specialist nurses who manage designated cohorts of patients. We are an experienced, dynamic, and friendly team who always place the child first and centre of the care delivery. Across the team we provide expert care and support to children, young people, and families with a wide range of Primary Immune Deficiencies (PIDs). The conditions treated are often rare and genetically inherited, and children can present with a range of acute and life-threatening symptoms or stable lifelong conditions which require careful monitoring. Our work is extremely rewarding, as we facilitate children's positive healthcare experience and build meaningful relationships with families.
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
GOSH Culture and Values
Essential
- Our Always values
- Demonstrable contribution to advancing Equality, Diversity and Inclusion in the Workplace
Academic/Professional qualification/Training
Essential
- On the relevant part of the NMC register i.e. children's registered
- Evidence of ongoing, dynamic continuing professional development within the specialty, linked to demonstrable clinical competencies
- Possession of a relevant honour's degree (on a recognised pathway)
Experience/Knowledge
Essential
- Sufficient experience at band 6 level or equivalent, including within relevant clinical environment
- Understanding of professional and current issues in children's nursing and healthcare.
- Previous experience of change management and problem solving
- Child protection procedures
Desirable
- Expert knowledge relevant to the speciality/field or practice (Immunology)
- Understanding of resource management, health and safety, clinical risk, and quality issues
- Experience of handling clinical incidents and complaints
Skills/Abilities
Essential
- Excellent relevant clinical skills
- Expert specialist skills and abilities for the post
- Self-discipline and good time management to support periods of lone working.
- Able to work across professional team and organizational boundaries
- Administration of IV drugs, as appropriate
- Ability to initiate, manage and sustain change
- Ability to deal with conflict situations
- Ability to work as an integral part of the multidisciplinary team
Desirable
- Phlebotomy and canulation skills
Person Specification
GOSH Culture and Values
Essential
- Our Always values
- Demonstrable contribution to advancing Equality, Diversity and Inclusion in the Workplace
Academic/Professional qualification/Training
Essential
- On the relevant part of the NMC register i.e. children's registered
- Evidence of ongoing, dynamic continuing professional development within the specialty, linked to demonstrable clinical competencies
- Possession of a relevant honour's degree (on a recognised pathway)
Experience/Knowledge
Essential
- Sufficient experience at band 6 level or equivalent, including within relevant clinical environment
- Understanding of professional and current issues in children's nursing and healthcare.
- Previous experience of change management and problem solving
- Child protection procedures
Desirable
- Expert knowledge relevant to the speciality/field or practice (Immunology)
- Understanding of resource management, health and safety, clinical risk, and quality issues
- Experience of handling clinical incidents and complaints
Skills/Abilities
Essential
- Excellent relevant clinical skills
- Expert specialist skills and abilities for the post
- Self-discipline and good time management to support periods of lone working.
- Able to work across professional team and organizational boundaries
- Administration of IV drugs, as appropriate
- Ability to initiate, manage and sustain change
- Ability to deal with conflict situations
- Ability to work as an integral part of the multidisciplinary team
Desirable
- Phlebotomy and canulation skills
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)
