Job summary
Registered Nurse Learning Disability
Children's Clinical Neuro-disability/developmental and SEND Nurse Specialist
Hull University Teaching Hospitals NHS trust
This is a development post with progression to a Band 7 on completion of relevant Level 7 modules in autonomous practice, clinical assessment and examination and decision-making.
1 x full time post. Primarily Monday-Friday but may be required to work some weekends to cover the needs of the service
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced, enthusiastic and flexible Registered Children's Nurse to join the existing team in a journey of healthcare transformation as part of the remodelling of Community Paediatric Services locally, which includes the statutory responsibilities, Neurodisability/Neurodevelopmental and the Neurology service within HUTH.
The successful applicant will work alongside the wider team to support the service in meeting statutory responsibilities for children and young people with SEN and Disabilities. This will include providing the point of contact for local authorities, schools and colleges seeking health advice and actively contributing to EHCP assessments.
The successful applicant will be supported to develop into a highly skilled autonomous practitioner
You will work under the direction of a Consultant body to monitor and implement care within the neurodevelopmental service which will include structured developmental assessments for high risk groups of children.
Main duties of the job
It will be necessary for you to work flexibly across the caseload of patients and carers away from HUTH premises which will include the patient's home, school, educational facility and the wider community.
This post will work alongside the wider Multi-disciplinary team and other health care professionals within Primary and Secondary care and the voluntary sector.
You should be enthusiastic and is expected to complete appropriate Level 7 modules in paediatric clinical assessment, examination and decision making to enable the individual to function autonomously and to develop expertise in the management of children and young people with Neurodevelopmental and SEN and Disability.
The successful applicant will have a positive and progressive attitude, have excellent communication skills, be committed to the HUTH NHS Trust Vision and Values, and be motivated to learn and share new ideas for improving the patient experience and service delivery.
The applicant should also be committed to delivering a high quality, safe responsive and coordinated service for patients, with a focus on family centered care & enhancing the patient's journey. Flexibility and teamwork are essential for the role and in balancing the demands of a busy and varied workload, and be able to manage a number of different priorities.
Those who apply require a mature and thorough approach to the work and priorities.
About us
HUTH has two main sites: Hull Royal Infirmary and Castle Hill Hospital with an annual budget of approximately £500 million. The Trust employs around 11,000 staff and serves an extended population of 1.25 million, delivering a number of outpatient services from locations across the area, extending from Scarborough in North Yorkshire to Grimsby and Scunthorpe in North East and North Lincolnshire respectively
Our vision is Great Staff, Great Care, Great Future, as we believe that by developing an innovative, skilled and caring workforce, we can deliver great care to our patients and a great future for our employees, our Trust and our community.
We offer a range of benefits to support our staff including:
- Access to the NHS Pension Scheme, providing generous benefits upon retirement, as well as a lump sum and pension for dependants
- 27 days holiday rising to 33 days (depending on NHS Trust service)
- A variety of different types of paid and unpaid leave covering emergency and planned leave
- NHS Car Lease scheme and Cycle to Work scheme
- An extensive range of learning and development opportunities
- Discounts on restaurants, getaways, shopping, motoring, cinema and finance from a range of providers
For further information on the fantastic range of benefits we offer please visit the Trust's dedicated Staff Benefits pages.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For further details with regard to this vacancy opportunity, please see the attached Job Description and Person Specification.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For further details with regard to this vacancy opportunity, please see the attached Job Description and Person Specification.
Person Specification
Education/Qualifications
Essential
- RSCN/RN (Child) or RN LD & current NMC registration
- Clinically Competent in speciality
- Specialisty Knowledge acquired through practical experience within children's neuro-disability/developmental care/SEND
- Current mentor on live data base
Desirable
- 1st level degree or evidence of study at this level
- Post registration qualification in speciality or willingness to undertake this
- Counselling qualification
Knowledge, Training & Experience
Essential
- Demonstrate significant knowledge/experience at B5 or above within paediatric/LD nursing
- Significant experience in caring for children within the relevant specialty
- Experience of safeguarding
- Evidence of professional/self development
- Proven ability to coordinate and delegate workload appropiately
- Excellent communication skills
Desirable
- Expereince in managing children with complex disability or neurodevelopmental disorders in hospital or community setting
- Expereince of working with children and families dealing with life limiting disorders
- Experience of involvement in service development
- Experience of delivering presentations
Communication/interpersonal
Essential
- Excellent communication skills within MDT setting
- Good analytical and problem solving skills
- Leadership skills
- IT Skills
- Proven ability to coordinate and delegate workload appropriately
Desirable
- Experience of multiagency working
Special/other
Essential
- Personal and professional appearance, integrity and credibility
- Good role model
- Full driving license with access to a car
- Positive and enthusiastic
Person Specification
Education/Qualifications
Essential
- RSCN/RN (Child) or RN LD & current NMC registration
- Clinically Competent in speciality
- Specialisty Knowledge acquired through practical experience within children's neuro-disability/developmental care/SEND
- Current mentor on live data base
Desirable
- 1st level degree or evidence of study at this level
- Post registration qualification in speciality or willingness to undertake this
- Counselling qualification
Knowledge, Training & Experience
Essential
- Demonstrate significant knowledge/experience at B5 or above within paediatric/LD nursing
- Significant experience in caring for children within the relevant specialty
- Experience of safeguarding
- Evidence of professional/self development
- Proven ability to coordinate and delegate workload appropiately
- Excellent communication skills
Desirable
- Expereince in managing children with complex disability or neurodevelopmental disorders in hospital or community setting
- Expereince of working with children and families dealing with life limiting disorders
- Experience of involvement in service development
- Experience of delivering presentations
Communication/interpersonal
Essential
- Excellent communication skills within MDT setting
- Good analytical and problem solving skills
- Leadership skills
- IT Skills
- Proven ability to coordinate and delegate workload appropriately
Desirable
- Experience of multiagency working
Special/other
Essential
- Personal and professional appearance, integrity and credibility
- Good role model
- Full driving license with access to a car
- Positive and enthusiastic
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).
