Position Overview
We are seeking a dynamic and motivated nurse to join our Children's Community Nursing Team in the Community of St Helens and Halton areas. You will be based at Lowe House HCRC in St Helens and travel across the boroughs. The role involves providing nursing intervention for children requiring complex and life‑limiting care, delivering evidence‑based training, liaising with other hospitals, and preparing care plans.
Responsibilities
* Support with provision of training in line with the identified package of care for the ICP funded child/young person.
* Deliver evidence‑based clinical education and training to education and support staff, supporting the care of children and young people within the children’s community nursing team caseload.
* Plan and deliver individual programmes of specific care for children within a range of care and educational settings, recognising own limitations and seeking appropriate supervision.
* Possess advanced clinical skills to closely monitor the child’s progress and improvement and to detect deterioration, promptly following the agreed care pathway to medical reassessment.
* Deliver specific health education, health promotion and illness prevention advice to fellow service providers and children/families. Work in collaboration with public health school nurses.
* Respect families’ cultural, spiritual and religious practices and partner with families to promote parent participation and child‑family centred care.
* Participate in the proactive planning process for the transitional period, prior to young people transferring into adult care services.
* Manage own caseload and ensure effective time‑keeping.
Commitment to Disability and Veteran Applicants
As a Disability Confident Leader, we commit to offering an interview to all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the job. Apply under the Guaranteed Interview Scheme by indicating this on the online application form. We similarly offer an interview to all armed forces veterans who meet the essential criteria. Indicate this on the online application form.
Equalities
We actively cultivate a professional environment of fairness, equality, dignity, and respect for all individuals. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and value the unique skills, perspectives and experiences you bring. We welcome all applications irrespective of race, disability, gender, sexual orientation, religion, age, and other protected characteristics.
Requirements
A valid driving licence and access to a car are essential for community interventions.
Flexible Working and Benefits
We support flexible working patterns. Flexible working options are available. The role offers a generous pension scheme, annual leave, and access to NHS benefits.
Additional Information
Further details regarding visa sponsorship, flexible working, and benefits are available on the Trust website. Please refer to the relevant pages for additional information.
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