Job summary
A unique opportunity has arisen for an experienced Paediatric Clinical Nurse Specialist to join our well-established Ear, Nose and Throat Department.
It would be preferable if the applicant has ENT experience, including the care of patients who have a tracheostomy, but this is not essential.
The role involves being part of a large multi-disciplinary team across ENT and other specialist teams within the trust, in the provision of specialist care to the children and young people, (and their families) both at SCH and in the community.
You must be motivated, organised, have excellent communications skills, as well as being a team player.
To be responsible for:
- updating ENT policies and procedures.
- Assessing, managing and reporting risk
The role will include specialist education within SCH and to other Health Care Professionals, liaising with Schools, GP's and Community Nursing Teams as needed.
You will also participate in preparing young people for transition when ready from Sheffield Children's NHSF Trust to Adult Services.
Main duties of the job
- To manage a clearly defined case load in a variety of settings, ensuring effective and efficient patient flows, whilst ensuring the quality of care provision to children, using Trust protocols, policies and guidelines.
- To provide leadership to the nursing and support team, setting an example of professional standard
- To lead and be proactive in customer care relations, advocating for families promoting and disseminating good practice
- Support and develop initiatives that are aimed at transforming and improving specialist service
- To consistently show initiative and engage with families to develop new ways of working
- To act as an independent prescriber in areas of competency
About us
Sheffield Children's is one of three independent, specialist paediatric hospitals in the country, providing dedicated healthcare for children and young people across community, mental health and acute specialist settings.
We have three overarching aims that set the direction for the Trust in our vision "to create a healthier future for children and young people."
- Outstanding patient care
- Brilliant place to work
- Leader in children's health
Our commitment to rewarding colleagues is demonstrated through our brilliant reward and benefits offer including; generous annual leave entitlement and pension scheme and access to salary sacrifice schemes such as cycle to work and lease cars.
We are committed to supporting colleagues from different heritages and lifestyles while at work. This is supported through the offer we have in place for flexible working and the three equality network groups we have in place. Colleagues are encouraged to join these groups and request flexible working.
Job description
Job responsibilities
- To maintain confidentiality of information regarding children/ families at all times.
- To communicate and liaise effectively with all members of the multidisciplinary team, both verbally and in writing.
- Provide and receive highly complex or sensitive information where there are barriers to understanding.
- Empower the patients, by providing appropriate and effective support to enrich family life.
- Promote and maintain good and effective communication with patients, relatives, and visitors.
- Persuade patients and families to co-operate with treatment for their well-being, effectively deal with anxious relatives.
- Ensure parents/carers and the child (when appropriate), have the opportunity to agree and/or negotiate care.
- Communicate and liaise with other departments/ wards in the hospital to provide support and advice on resource management and professional nursing issues (524 bleep holder).
- Work closely with consultants and ward areas to ensure smooth pathways of care.
Inclusive Recruitment & Selection
We are committed to being an inclusive employer and accurate data capture is an important part of that to ensure we are supportive and representative. Our aim is to ensure that all applicants can see themselves in the available categories on our application form, but we recognise that some of our data capture fields are not inclusive. We have flagged this with our system provider to ask for change.
We offer encouragement and active support to applicants with additional needs, including those from ethnic minorities, with disabilities and members of the LGBTQ+ community. If you wish to adjust any aspect of the recruitment process or wish to find out more about our recruitment & selection processes, please get in touch with our Recruitment Manager: Catherine.Gilbert7@nhs.net
We are continually reviewing our recruitment & selection process to support the long-term aim of Sheffield Childrens being a champion of Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion. If you have any ideas for improvement, please get in touch with Catherine Gilbert at Catherine.Gilbert7@nhs.net
Trust Values
The Trust is committed to providing great quality patient care and keep children, young people and families at the heart of what we do by following our CARE values:
- Compassion leading by kindness and showing empathy, understanding and respect
- Accountability striving to do the right thing and owning responsibility
- Respect value differences, tackling inequality and fostering a culture of inclusion
- Excellence delivering a high-quality standard of care
Job description
Job responsibilities
- To maintain confidentiality of information regarding children/ families at all times.
- To communicate and liaise effectively with all members of the multidisciplinary team, both verbally and in writing.
- Provide and receive highly complex or sensitive information where there are barriers to understanding.
- Empower the patients, by providing appropriate and effective support to enrich family life.
- Promote and maintain good and effective communication with patients, relatives, and visitors.
- Persuade patients and families to co-operate with treatment for their well-being, effectively deal with anxious relatives.
- Ensure parents/carers and the child (when appropriate), have the opportunity to agree and/or negotiate care.
- Communicate and liaise with other departments/ wards in the hospital to provide support and advice on resource management and professional nursing issues (524 bleep holder).
- Work closely with consultants and ward areas to ensure smooth pathways of care.
Inclusive Recruitment & Selection
We are committed to being an inclusive employer and accurate data capture is an important part of that to ensure we are supportive and representative. Our aim is to ensure that all applicants can see themselves in the available categories on our application form, but we recognise that some of our data capture fields are not inclusive. We have flagged this with our system provider to ask for change.
We offer encouragement and active support to applicants with additional needs, including those from ethnic minorities, with disabilities and members of the LGBTQ+ community. If you wish to adjust any aspect of the recruitment process or wish to find out more about our recruitment & selection processes, please get in touch with our Recruitment Manager: Catherine.Gilbert7@nhs.net
We are continually reviewing our recruitment & selection process to support the long-term aim of Sheffield Childrens being a champion of Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion. If you have any ideas for improvement, please get in touch with Catherine Gilbert at Catherine.Gilbert7@nhs.net
Trust Values
The Trust is committed to providing great quality patient care and keep children, young people and families at the heart of what we do by following our CARE values:
- Compassion leading by kindness and showing empathy, understanding and respect
- Accountability striving to do the right thing and owning responsibility
- Respect value differences, tackling inequality and fostering a culture of inclusion
- Excellence delivering a high-quality standard of care
Person Specification
Qualifications/Training
Essential
- Degree or Diploma Level Education as Registered Nurse (RN Child or RSCN) Current registration with NMC Teaching and Mentoring qualification Leadership and management training
Desirable
- MSc in clinical practice Formal research education
Experience
Essential
- Substantial experience in paediatric nursing with recent experience at Band 6 or above Able to demonstrate ongoing professional development Setting & auditing clinical standards Utilisation of research in practice Evidence of change management Evidence of proven leadership skills Evidence of proven leadership qualities
Desirable
- Project management Budget management Experience in developing and implementing policies & procedures Evidence of publication in peer reviewed journal Experience of teaching in higher education with curriculum development & course leadership
Knowledge
Essential
- Government initiatives in respect of children with disabilities Clinical issues relating to area of specialty Implications of Children's Act / NSF framework for Children / Every Child Matters Level 3 safeguarding Health & Safety Safe Practices e.g. Lifting and Handling, Sharps, COSHH, infection control Current Nursing/Health Issues Quality Assurance principles
Skills and Abilities
Essential
- Excellent clinical leadership Skills E/APLS Training Interpersonal and influencing skills Ability to communicate at all levels Ability to demonstrate good IT skills
Desirable
- Personnel Management Budgetary Management
Attributes
Essential
- Commitment to: Speciality Self Development Evolution of nursing practice Management of change
Demonstrate Trust Values
Essential
- C = Compassion A = Accountability R = Respect E = Excellence
Person Specification
Qualifications/Training
Essential
- Degree or Diploma Level Education as Registered Nurse (RN Child or RSCN) Current registration with NMC Teaching and Mentoring qualification Leadership and management training
Desirable
- MSc in clinical practice Formal research education
Experience
Essential
- Substantial experience in paediatric nursing with recent experience at Band 6 or above Able to demonstrate ongoing professional development Setting & auditing clinical standards Utilisation of research in practice Evidence of change management Evidence of proven leadership skills Evidence of proven leadership qualities
Desirable
- Project management Budget management Experience in developing and implementing policies & procedures Evidence of publication in peer reviewed journal Experience of teaching in higher education with curriculum development & course leadership
Knowledge
Essential
- Government initiatives in respect of children with disabilities Clinical issues relating to area of specialty Implications of Children's Act / NSF framework for Children / Every Child Matters Level 3 safeguarding Health & Safety Safe Practices e.g. Lifting and Handling, Sharps, COSHH, infection control Current Nursing/Health Issues Quality Assurance principles
Skills and Abilities
Essential
- Excellent clinical leadership Skills E/APLS Training Interpersonal and influencing skills Ability to communicate at all levels Ability to demonstrate good IT skills
Desirable
- Personnel Management Budgetary Management
Attributes
Essential
- Commitment to: Speciality Self Development Evolution of nursing practice Management of change
Demonstrate Trust Values
Essential
- C = Compassion A = Accountability R = Respect E = Excellence
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).
