Job overview
The Sight and Sound Directorate at Great Ormond Street Hospital is looking for two dynamic and experienced paediatric nurses to join our team working within the ENT (Ear, Nose and Throat), Dental and Maxillofacial Services.
We have two Nurse Specialists posts, one for ENT (Ear, Nose and Throat) and one for Dental and Maxillofacial. These are clearly defined clinical roles, however you will be expected to cross cover to provide a continuity for the services and provide support and nursing expertise to enhance patient service and experience.
The role involves ensuring that patients are safely and appropriately reviewed prior to admission to the ward for surgical procedures. The Nurse Specialist will provide expert nursing knowledge to support the patient and families journey from pre-admission to surgery through to discharge home or into the community. A large element of the role requires supporting the nursing care on the ward and liaising with members of the multi-disciplinary teams.
You will be an integral part of Panther ward where there are 14 inpatient beds (2 of which are High Dependency) specialising in Ear, Nose and Throat, Ophthalmology, Plastics, Dental and Maxillofacial, Craniofacial, Audiology and Cleft. The roles require a flexible, organised, and forward-thinking nurse with the leadership skills and expert knowledge to support the patients and their families both on the ward and at discharge.
Main duties of the job
As a member of the Nurse Specialist team, you will be responsible for the delivery of high quality care to a defined caseload of children and families incorporating a care co-ordination remit as agreed.
To provide effective nursing leadership, expertise, advice and support to a team / department and ensure the provision of high-quality care to children and families .
Act as a role model and highly competent practitioner and foster an environment that enhances the patients, family and staff experience.
Act as a designated resource to children and families, and other shared care professionals.
Promote an innovative and progressive attitude to the continual improvement of patient care through research and evidence-based practice.
Working for our organisation
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.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
Please refer to the Job Description and Person Specification document which provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and outlines the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required.
Person specification
GOSH Culture and Values
Essential criteria
* Our Always values
* Knowledge and Understanding of diverse backgrounds and perspectives
Academic/professional qualification/training
Essential criteria
* RSCN or RN Child Branch
* Evidence of ongoing, dynamic continuing professional development within the specialities, linked to demonstrate clinical competencies
Desirable criteria
* Assessing and mentoring qualification
* Degree qualification or working towards
Experience/knowledge
Essential criteria
* Sufficient experience at band 6 level or equivalent within relevant clinical environment
* Expert knowledge relevant to the speciality/field or practice
* Understanding of professional and current issues in children’s nursing and healthcare
* Experience of handling clinical incidents and complaints
* Experience in Safeguarding Procedures
Desirable criteria
* Previous experience of change management and problem solving
* Previous experience of research and audit
Skills/abilities
Essential criteria
* Expert relevant paediatric clinical skills
* Excellent managerial, leadership and organisational skills
* Excellent verbal, written communication and listening skills
* Self-discipline and good time management to support periods of lone working
* Ability to work as an integral part of the multidisciplinary team
* Negotiating skills with ability to delegate and prioritise