The post-holder will be part of amulti-professional team providing holistic care and support
for children with life-limiting condition and theirfamilies. The post-holder will work in
collaboration with the family and other servicesproviding care and support for the family.
The role includes active involvement in theeducation, training and professional development
of other team members including volunteers.
The Shooting Star Childrens Hospices care serviceis provided 24 hours a day, 365 days a
year. The post holder will be required to work avariety of shifts across the 24 hours.
Band 6 roles will also participate in the on callrota.
Main duties of the job
* Act in accordance with ShootingStar Childrens Hospices policies, guidelines and standards. To keep up to date with national policies andguidance.
* Adhere to the NMC Code ofProfessional Conduct at all times.
* Participate in the assessment,care planning and care management of each child andfamily receiving care from Shooting Star ChildrensHospices.
* Develop and maintain clinicalskills and knowledge necessary to provide holistic,
* Evidence-based nursing care. This includes completion of theShooting Star Childrens Hospices care competencies
* Liaise with clinical,non-clinical and facilities staff in order to maintain a safe, friendly and welcoming environment for the children/ young people,families, visitors and staff
* Ensure cleanliness and infectioncontrol standards are maintained within the clinical area taking appropriate action where these standards are notmaintained and escalate to Lead Nurses/ Head of Hospice Services where necessary
* Act as an advocate for the child/ young person and family ensuring the provision of appropriateinformation and support services
* Ensure effective communicationbetween all members of the multidisciplinary team, parents, relatives, visitors and external agencies
* Participate as a team member inthe other activities that complete the care cycle, i.e. laundry, the environment and outings with the young personand their family.
* Share professional expertise with Care Team colleagues,providing support and training where appropriate.
About us
Shooting Star Childrens Hospices is a leading childrenshospice charity caring for babies, children and young people with life-limitingconditions, and their families, across west London and Surrey. In fact, theCare Quality Commission have rated our hospice in Guildford Outstanding.
Job responsibilities
Part 1: Job Profile
Main purpose ofjob
* The post-holder will be part of amulti-professional team providing holistic care and support for children with life-limiting condition and theirfamilies. The post-holder will work in collaboration with the family and other servicesproviding care and support for the family.
* The role includes active involvement in theeducation, training and professional development ofother team members including volunteers.
* The Shooting Star Children's Hospices care serviceis provided 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. The post holder will be required to work avariety of shifts across the 24 hours.
* Band 6 roles will also participate in the on callrota.
Main duties and key responsibilities
* Act in accordance with Shooting Star Childrens Hospicespolicies, guidelines and standards. To keep up to date with national policies andguidance.
* Adhere to the NMC Code of Professional Conduct at alltimes.
* Participate in the assessment, care planning and caremanagement of each child and family receiving care from Shooting Star ChildrensHospices.
* Develop and maintain clinical skills and knowledgenecessary to provide holistic, Evidence-based nursing care. This includes completion of theShooting Star Childrens Hospices care competencies
* Liaise with clinical, non-clinical and facilities staff inorder to maintain a safe, friendly and welcoming environment for the children/ young people,families, visitors and staff
* Ensure cleanliness and infection control standards aremaintained within the clinical area taking appropriate action where these standards are notmaintained and escalate to Lead Nurses/ Head of Hospice Services where necessary
* Act as an advocate for the child / young person and familyensuring the provision of appropriate information and support services
* Ensure effective communication between all members of themultidisciplinary team, parents, relatives, visitors and external agencies
* Participate as a team member in the other activities thatcomplete the care cycle, i.e. laundry, the environment and outings with the young personand their family.
* Share professional expertise with Care Team colleagues,providing support and training where appropriate.
* Be responsible for maintaining and updating ownprofessional practice by actively participating in reflective practice, action learning,mandatory training, appraisal management and practice supervision. To be a full andwilling participant in opportunities for learning. To act as a mentor to new staff and studentsand participate in the education and development of colleagues.
* Be competent in the use of all relevant IT systemsensuring that data is entered in an accurate and timely fashion, in accordance with ShootingStar Childrens Hospices policy and procedure
* Share information with colleagues at team meetings, whenhanding over care and at other informal contacts.
* Maintain positive and effective communication with otheragencies involved with the care of families receiving a service from Shooting StarChildrens Hospices. To attend discharge planning, network and review meetings as appropriate.This includes providing written reports and letters as required.
* Ensure that young people and family feedback and views arebrought to the attention of senior personnel within the care directorate forconsideration and to inform service developments.
* Ensure that any complaints are dealt with in accordancewith Shooting Star Childrens Hospices policy.
* Report any equipment, maintenance or safety issues to theLead Nurse or Head of Hospice Services, ensuring that all Shooting Star ChildrensHospices property and equipment is well looked after and maintained.
* Inform the relevant team member of any ordering requiredto facilitate good stock control forall clinical and pharmacy stores.
* Carry out any reasonable duty as requested by the Directorof Care / Head of Hospice Services.
Mandatory Criteria
1.Other duties
The post holder will be working in adeveloping environment and they will therefore be expected to undertake otherappropriate duties as required for the effective operation of Shooting StarChildrens Hospices.
2. ProfessionalCodes of Conduct
The post holderwill be required to respect professional codes of conduct and practice relevantto their role, as appropriate
3. Healthand Safety
Be responsible for health and safety in thearea under their control and ensure that they are familiar with Shooting StarChildrens Hospices policy on health and safety at work.
4.Mandatory Training
The post holder will attendall mandatory training relevant to their role
5.Our values and behaviours
Shooting Star ChildrensHospices is a leading childrens hospicecharity for babies, children and youngpeople with life limiting conditions, and their families. We require that allof our staff share our common values and display behaviors that will enable usto achieve our goals.
Professionalism we will safeguard our families,each other and our organisation by working to ethical and professionalstandards at all times.
Respect We will treat each other with theutmost respect.
Integrity We will be open, honest andtransparent in all that we do.
Diversity We will respect individuality andensure inclusion and fairness to all.
Excellence We will strive for excellence inall that we do.
What we offer
* NHSPension Scheme (eligible employees)
* Employeecontribution 3.5%
* Additionalcontributions we will pay 1% above the contribution up to a limit of 7%
Annual leave
* 35 daysincluding Bank Holidays rising with length of service
* 2 weekspaid sabbatical leave after 5, 10 and 15 years service
Contractual benefits
* Enhancedmaternity, adoption, and paternity leave pay
* Flexibleworking arrangements
* Reimbursedprofessional membership fees
* Eye care
* Blue Lightdiscount card
Health and wellbeing
* EmployeeAssistance Programme
* OccupationalHealth
* Mindfulnesssessions
* MentalHealth First Aiders
* Nutritionallybalanced meals at Christophers (free employees)
Equality,diversity and inclusion
Shooting Star Childrens Hospice is committed toinclusion and diversity in everything we do. We know that getting things rightis critical for us to live our organisations values: Professionalism, Respect,Integrity, Diversity and Excellence.
We are always trying to improve our way of working tobe more inclusive and equal. Our vision is for Shooting Star Childrens Hospiceto be a place where people of all backgrounds, groups and communities feelwelcomed to work and volunteer.
Person Specification
Experience
* - Experience of working with children and their families.
* - Knowledge of recent initiatives, current legislation and guidance in pediatric health and social care.
* - Excellent clinical nursing skills and recent experience.
* - Multi-disciplinary team working.
* - Experience of resource management.
* - Adaptable, being able to use skills,knowledge and experience to care for children, families based on individual needs.
* - Ability to prioritise workload and to be flexible to changing demands.
* -Excellent communication, both written and oral.
* -Planning and organizational skills.
* - An understanding of the principles and philosophy of palliative care and life limiting conditions.
* - Experience of working with children with complex healthcare needs or long term ventilation.
* - Experience of working with young people with physical or learning disabilities.
* - Knowledge of bereavement issues.
* - Leadership skills to motivate and inspire others.
* - Mentorship and supervision skills.
* - Teaching and presentation skills.
Other
* - Basic IT skills
* - Ability to show compassion, empathy and consideration to others.
* - Resilience
Qualifications
* -RSCN or RN child or RGN or RNLD
* -Diploma/Degree in Nursing/Palliative Care/ Oncology/Specialist Practice (CCN)
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.
Depending on experience£40,355 - £46,089 plus geographical allowance
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