Job summary
The post holder will participate in the delivery of high standards of care to patients and their families. In particular take responsibility for assessing, planning, implementing and evaluating programmes of evidenced-based nursing care to a group of patients

They will participate in the management of the ward when required, ensuring smooth and efficient running in the absence of the Ward Manager or Senior Staff Nurse.

They will take responsibility for their own self-development helping to provide a suitable learning environment and high standards of clinical practice.

To recognise own limitations and seek advice and support from senior staff.

Main duties of the job
As a band 5 nurse, you will provide a family centred approach to care, have good communication skills with a willingness to learn and work as part of a large team.

You will be caring for children of all ages 0-18yrs, across all medical specialities including CAMHS and eating disorders. In addition the wards include a High Dependency Unit, bespoke oncology service and a Paediatric Assessment Unit.

Your personal and professional development of skills and knowledge will be supported by the Practice Development Facilitator, Clinical Educator and our well established and experienced team across the wards' specialities. Opportunities are considered for further training within the appropriate specialty areas.

Students across several training pathways are regularly on placement with the team therefore a qualification in supervising and assessing students is required. Training will be provided if necessary.

Job responsibilities

• Actively contribute to setting and maintaining high standards of quality nursing care.
• Actively participate in the education, development and supervision of other staff members.
• Act as a clinical and professional role model, assessing and supporting students and learners on placement within the clinical area.
• Work collaboratively and co-operatively with others to meet the needs of patients and their families.
• To maintain accountability for assessing, planning, implementing and evaluating programmes of care.
• To co-ordinate the patients discharge arrangements in accordance with NGH Discharge Policy.
• To educate patients and their carers as required where a need has been identified.
• To complete patient documentation correctly.
• To maintain a safe ward environment.
• To assist in establishing and monitoring protocols/care pathways.
• To participate in the promotion and maintenance of effective communication written and verbal.
• To ensure patient confidentiality.
• To supervise junior staff in the delivery of care.
• Responsible for the safe supply, storage, administration, checking and disposal of medications including controlled drugs.
• To undertake any expanded roles deemed necessary for the role following the Trust policy Expansion of Professional Practice for Registered Healthcare Practitioners.

Policy/service development implementation

• Undertake the Trust Corporate and Directorate specific Induction and competency Programmes.
• To contribute to annual appraisal and be responsible for own personal performance/development plan to achieve KSF outline for role.
• Able to identify learning needs in self, negotiating a Personal Development plan recognising own limitations.
• Contribute to the education and training of others, gaining an understanding of clinical supervision.
• Actively promote evidence-based practice within the clinical area and contribute to audit initiatives.
• Adhere to all Trust Policies and Health & Safety, as applicable.

Financial & physical resources

• To develop and maintain an awareness of budgeting, exercising care and economy in the ordering and use of equipment, supported by written documentation where applicable.
• Responsible for the effective and efficient use of Clinical, physical and financial resources.

Human resources

• To attend Trust/local orientation programmes and mandatory training sessions.
• To be responsible for developing and sustaining own knowledge, clinical skills and professional awareness.

Research & development

• To practice clinical competencies in line with relevant Trust initiatives e.g. Essence of Care.
• To maintain and promote an awareness of evidence-based practice and participate in its Implementation.
• To contribute to research and development programmes within the ward/department.

Freedom to act

• Use health related information only for the purposes of what it is intended for and in accordance with the Data Protection act.
• Ensure confidentiality is maintained at all times and information relating to patient / users and personnel is used only in connection with authorised duties.

Person Specification
Education and Qualifications
Essential

• RSCN/RN child
• NMC Registration
• RN/RMN/LD with Paediatric experience
• Mentorship/Assessor and Supervisor
• Qualification or willing to undertake

Desirable

• Qualification in Oncology or HDU

Knowledge and Experience
Essential

• Evidence of continued professional development and knowledge of local and national polices
• Interest and academic ability to undertake further education in paediatric area
• Can demonstrate understanding and incorporate customer care within the clinical setting
• Able to work with/facilitate, teach and assess students
• Knowledge and experience of working within a Paediatric acute ward setting.
• Paediatric Oncology experience

Desirable

• Paediatric HDU experience/ training
• PILS /EPLS

Skills and Abilities
Essential

• Knowledge of relevant developments in paediatric nursing
• Demonstrate good communication skills, both verbally and in writing
• An awareness of Paediatric research and evidence based practice in the clinical setting
• Ability to prioritise workload, and effective time management skills
• Ability to prioritise workload, and effective time management skills

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.

Employer contact details
Ward Manager: Alison Hart
Email: alison.hart14@nhs.net
Phone: 01604545519