Job overview
We are looking for a Band 6 nurse to join our Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) and be amongst the world-class nurses at Great Ormond Street Hospital (GOSH). Our NICU offers advanced areas of intensive care treatment as well as support for patients requiring specialist input, investigations and treatment from all specialties including oncology, neurology, metabolic medicine, renal medicine, ENT, endocrinology and respiratory medicine. We are primarily a surgical referral center, meaning the majority of our patients require surgical input or interventions. This provides endless learning opportunities and insight into a side of nursing that is often not seen elsewhere.
We welcome applications from internal nurses who have a relevant intensive care course and who have an interest in advancing their skills and knowledge within this exciting specialty. We offer in-house courses and study days as well as the opportunity to further your education at a university level to help you develop your specialist knowledge and skills within this role
Main duties of the job
* To be a clinical expert within the specialty
* To ensure the provision of excellent, evidence-based nursing care for the children and their families at all times
* Ensure that each child is assessed, and that their care is planned, implemented and evaluated in negotiation with the family and that this is accurately documented
* Ensure the provision of appropriate supervision and support to members of the ward team
* · Support the provision of effective communication between all members of the multidisciplinary team, other hospital departments, relatives and visitors.
* Ensure quality care is given, by being familiar with agreed ward and Trust standards of care and to inform seniors, if the required standard cannot be reached
* To actively assist in the education and practical training of learners, junior staff and multidisciplinary team members at every opportunity, through formal and informal teaching
* Ensure the provision of and access to appropriate mentors for student nurses and provide a supportive and challenging environment for students in training
* To maintain confidentiality surrounding the child’s admission and treatment at all times
* To ensure that all patient care is documented, and that all relevant documentation is completed accurately and within agreed timescales using Trust approved documentation, in line with NMC, CQC and Trust standards
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
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 criteria
* 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
Academic/Professional qualification/Training
Essential criteria
* NMC Registered Nurse (appropriate to clinical speciality)
* Relevant nursing qualification
* Recognised Intensive Care Course
Desirable criteria
* Evidence of ongoing professional development relating to clinical speciality
* Assessor or practice supervisor qualification/experience
Experience/Knowledge
Essential criteria
* Knowledge and understanding of diverse backgrounds and perspectives.
* Experience of having worked with acute/chronically sick children or specialised transferable skills
* Understanding of professional and current issues in children’s nursing
* Understanding of Diversity and Inclusion challenges in the workplace
* Understanding of the importance of research and evidence-based practice
* Demonstrable contribution to advancing Equality, Diversity and Inclusion in the Workplace
* Basic knowledge of computer skills
* Understating or evidence of fulfilling requirements for Revalidation
* Understanding of safeguarding issues according to Trust policies and procedures
* Understanding of principles of clinical governance ( risk management, audit, quality)
Desirable criteria
* Understanding of nursing practice and innovation outside of GOSH
* Knowledge of clinical incidents and complaints and reporting
* Previous experience in the relevant specialty of post (preferably in an NHS setting)
Skills/Abilities
Essential criteria
* Ability to plan and prioritise care for patients
* Committed to family integrated care
* Excellent verbal and written communication skills
* Good time management and teaching skills
* Excellent numeracy skills
* Ability to work well both in a team and on own initiative
* Demonstrates compassion in practice
Desirable criteria
* Administration of IV drugs
* Central venous access management