Job summary
Are you a passionate and experienced nurse with specialist knowledge in children and young peoples respiratory care and long-term ventilation (LTV)? Do you want to make a real difference in the lives of families facing life-limiting conditions?
East Anglias Childrens Hospices (EACH) is seeking a Clinical Nurse
Specialist (CYP Long Term Ventilation & Respiratory Care) to lead and
deliver expert, evidence-based care for babies, children, and young people
(BCYP) with complex respiratory and LTV needs. This is a unique opportunity to
work across hospice and home settings, supporting families and developing the
skills of our care teams.
Main duties of the job
- Deliver highly
specialised, family-centred nursing care for BCYP with respiratory and LTV
needs.
- Act as an expert
resource and advocate for families, supporting safe care planning and hospital
discharge.
- Lead and support
clinical teaching, competency development, and service improvement initiatives.
- Collaborate with
regional respiratory teams and contribute to seamless transition planning to
adult services.
- Be a visible clinical
leader, providing mentorship and situational learning across EACH locations.
About us
Comprehensive range of benefits:
- Free
onsite parking & subsidised meals at our hospices
- Pool
car provided when working in the community
- Employee
health cash plan & wellbeing support schemes
- NHS
pension - continuation if already contribution
- Enhanced
Annual leave Entitlement - 27 days + 8 UK Bank Holidays
- Additional
holiday purchase scheme
- AVIVA
pension package up to 7% Employer Contribution including Life Assurance
- Free
eye tests & cycle to work scheme
East Anglia's Children's Hospices (EACH) supports families and cares
for children and young people with life threatening conditions across
Cambridgeshire, Essex, Norfolk and Suffolk.
At EACH we believe in fostering a workplace where every individual
feels valued and respected. We are committed to building a culture of
inclusion where differences are embraced. We are actively seeking talent
from all walks of life, recognising that diversity drives innovation,
creativity and success.
Join us on a journey to create a more inclusive workplace, where
everyone has equal opportunities to grow, contribute and succeed. We welcome
candidates from all backgrounds to apply for opportunities at EACH and
adjustments will be made to facilitate the application and selection
process.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Clinical
Responsibilities
- To
be a highly competent practitioner providing specialist clinical skills and
knowledge in relation to respiratory care for BCYP with life limiting
conditions using EACH services.
- Line
management duties for other staff members within the LTV team at EACH.
- To
deliver highly specialised individualised, family centred, nursing care to BCYP
with respiratory disease and LTV needs. Ensuring all BCPYs have individualised
LTV care plans for the safe delivery of care.
- To
implement teaching packages and competency frameworks for BCYP with respiratory
and LTV needs in EACH and to be actively involved in the development of
respiratory related protocols and procedures e.g. policies, standard operating
procedure and care pathway.
- To
support the existing and create and deliver external professionals commissioned
training packages for BCYP within the region.
- In
conjunction with the specialist respiratory teams in the region, act as an
expert resource and advocate for BCYP with LTV needs and their families, giving
support and advice that is appropriately planned to meet each individuals
needs empowering them to manage their treatment regimes, to recognise any
deterioration or acute episodes requiring immediate specialist attention and
how to access the necessary support.
- Support
the safe delivery of hydrotherapy to BCYPs with complex respiratory and LTV
needs.
- To
facilitate discharge from hospital for BCYP on LTV to EACH or home environment.
- To
contribute to a seamless transition of care for young people with LTV and
respiratory disease and their families from the paediatric respiratory
multidisciplinary team to the adult service promoting full preparation for the
young person over an agreed period of time.
- Have
a visible presence within the EACH clinical setting (hospice and home) by
providing buddied clinical time to facilitate situational learning, acting as
a role model and clinical leader to care staff.
Professional
Responsibility
- Develop
and maintain own clinical skills and knowledge in BCYP LTV and respiratory care
that is evidenced based aiming to achieve a 'best practice' principle, keeping
up to date with new advances in treatment and new developments in research in
respiratory and palliative care.
- Promote
positive working relationships within and across EACH care teams, and with
families by establishing and maintaining effective communication processes.
Work collaboratively with all EACH departments.
- Develop
and maintain positive relationships within, and external to, EACH.
- Advocate
for and support parents, children and young people.
- Recognise
the level of emotional stress that may be encountered when working with BCYP
and their families who are dealing with life restricting issues and to seek
appropriate support for self.
- Have
an awareness of own personal responses in relation to the maintenance of a safe
environment and identification of potential risk for all personnel, BCYP,
families and significant others.
- Act
as a positive and inclusive role model to support change.
- Fulfil
professional clinical supervision and continuing professional development requirements.
Education
and Governance Activity
- Contribute
to developing the EACH workforce, including training and teaching to support
safe practice.
- Develop
effective working relationships internally and externally to EACH to ensure
collaborative progress on matters relating to education and practice
development.
- Network
with other paediatric respiratory nurse specialists throughout the UK, joining
appropriate organisations in order to collaborate, share and benchmark
practices and initiatives.
- Promote
the introduction of research based findings in an endeavour to continually
improve the care of BCYP receiving LTV at home or in hospice care.
- Develop
and deliver training within the EACH education and training programme and other
MCN / national / international training events as required.
- Participate
in management supervision and annual appraisal ensuring challenging objectives
are set and achieved and a personal development plan is agreed.
- Adopt
a reflective approach to personal practice and learn from experience.
- Participate
in relevant clinical governance activities within EACH.
- Participate
in student placement programmes where appropriate, providing mentorship as
required.
- Contribute
to EACHs audit and service evaluation programme as required.
- Provide
statistical information as required.
This job description is not exhaustive and
may be amended as necessary. It is
intended as a guide to the duties and responsibilities of the post.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Clinical
Responsibilities
- To
be a highly competent practitioner providing specialist clinical skills and
knowledge in relation to respiratory care for BCYP with life limiting
conditions using EACH services.
- Line
management duties for other staff members within the LTV team at EACH.
- To
deliver highly specialised individualised, family centred, nursing care to BCYP
with respiratory disease and LTV needs. Ensuring all BCPYs have individualised
LTV care plans for the safe delivery of care.
- To
implement teaching packages and competency frameworks for BCYP with respiratory
and LTV needs in EACH and to be actively involved in the development of
respiratory related protocols and procedures e.g. policies, standard operating
procedure and care pathway.
- To
support the existing and create and deliver external professionals commissioned
training packages for BCYP within the region.
- In
conjunction with the specialist respiratory teams in the region, act as an
expert resource and advocate for BCYP with LTV needs and their families, giving
support and advice that is appropriately planned to meet each individuals
needs empowering them to manage their treatment regimes, to recognise any
deterioration or acute episodes requiring immediate specialist attention and
how to access the necessary support.
- Support
the safe delivery of hydrotherapy to BCYPs with complex respiratory and LTV
needs.
- To
facilitate discharge from hospital for BCYP on LTV to EACH or home environment.
- To
contribute to a seamless transition of care for young people with LTV and
respiratory disease and their families from the paediatric respiratory
multidisciplinary team to the adult service promoting full preparation for the
young person over an agreed period of time.
- Have
a visible presence within the EACH clinical setting (hospice and home) by
providing buddied clinical time to facilitate situational learning, acting as
a role model and clinical leader to care staff.
Professional
Responsibility
- Develop
and maintain own clinical skills and knowledge in BCYP LTV and respiratory care
that is evidenced based aiming to achieve a 'best practice' principle, keeping
up to date with new advances in treatment and new developments in research in
respiratory and palliative care.
- Promote
positive working relationships within and across EACH care teams, and with
families by establishing and maintaining effective communication processes.
Work collaboratively with all EACH departments.
- Develop
and maintain positive relationships within, and external to, EACH.
- Advocate
for and support parents, children and young people.
- Recognise
the level of emotional stress that may be encountered when working with BCYP
and their families who are dealing with life restricting issues and to seek
appropriate support for self.
- Have
an awareness of own personal responses in relation to the maintenance of a safe
environment and identification of potential risk for all personnel, BCYP,
families and significant others.
- Act
as a positive and inclusive role model to support change.
- Fulfil
professional clinical supervision and continuing professional development requirements.
Education
and Governance Activity
- Contribute
to developing the EACH workforce, including training and teaching to support
safe practice.
- Develop
effective working relationships internally and externally to EACH to ensure
collaborative progress on matters relating to education and practice
development.
- Network
with other paediatric respiratory nurse specialists throughout the UK, joining
appropriate organisations in order to collaborate, share and benchmark
practices and initiatives.
- Promote
the introduction of research based findings in an endeavour to continually
improve the care of BCYP receiving LTV at home or in hospice care.
- Develop
and deliver training within the EACH education and training programme and other
MCN / national / international training events as required.
- Participate
in management supervision and annual appraisal ensuring challenging objectives
are set and achieved and a personal development plan is agreed.
- Adopt
a reflective approach to personal practice and learn from experience.
- Participate
in relevant clinical governance activities within EACH.
- Participate
in student placement programmes where appropriate, providing mentorship as
required.
- Contribute
to EACHs audit and service evaluation programme as required.
- Provide
statistical information as required.
This job description is not exhaustive and
may be amended as necessary. It is
intended as a guide to the duties and responsibilities of the post.
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Evidence of highly developed specialist childrens LTV and respiratory care, knowledge underpinned by theory and experience
- Evidence experience of communicating complex, sensitive information with children, families, and carers in an empathetic and inclusive manner
- Evidence experience of inclusive leadership, with an understanding of the diverse factors that motivate individuals, fostering a supportive and empowering team environment.
- Evidence experience in assessing and interpreting patient related information and recommending appropriate actions
- Evidence of analysing problems, developing practical solutions, and providing recommendations that are sustainable and evidence-based of good governance and best practice
- Evidence of effective training, teaching, facilitation and presentation skills
- Experience and understanding of effective resource management
- Experience of carrying out educational audits and clinical audits analysing and interpreting data and making recommendations
Desirable
- Evidence of implementing change in the workplace.
- Evidence of palliative care work with BCYP
- Evidence of service improvement
Other requirements
Essential
- Current full, valid driving license and own transport to facilitate travel across the region on a weekly basis.
- Commitment to own continuing professional development.
Desirable
- Ability to travel to national meetings on an occasional basis.
Qualifications
Essential
- Professional qualification in nursing with valid NMC registration
- Highly developed professional knowledge acquired at degree level or above (or evidence of working towards)
- Knowledge of mentorship, education and development practice with evidence of post graduate study or equivalent (e.g. A1 C&G Award; C&G 730 or equivalent; Assessor and mentorship level 2/3 or equivalent)
Desirable
- Detailed knowledge and understanding of BCYP palliative care services and recent initiatives in BCYP health and social care
Skills and abilities
Essential
- Clear and confident communicator with the ability to understand communication barriers and influence a diverse range of individuals to achieve shared outcomes.
- Ability to work effectively with individuals from diverse backgrounds, skills and experiences.
- Demonstrated experience and proficiency in digital tools, including word processing, email communication, presentation software, spreadsheets, and virtual collaboration platforms.
- Demonstrate ability to establish personal credibility, having a collaborative and participative approach to achieve successful multi-disciplinary team and partnership working.
- Demonstrated ability to manage time effectively, prioritise tasks, meet deadlines, and maintain attention to detail in a dynamic work environment.
Desirable
- Demonstrated experience with digital systems, including database management and other advanced IT tools.
- Ability to problem solve, compare a range of options and generate solutions.
- Able to adopt a participative approach to regulatory inspections and standard monitoring initiatives.
- Ability to conduct evaluative research in mentorship/education practice and the practice learning environment in childrens palliative care.
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Evidence of highly developed specialist childrens LTV and respiratory care, knowledge underpinned by theory and experience
- Evidence experience of communicating complex, sensitive information with children, families, and carers in an empathetic and inclusive manner
- Evidence experience of inclusive leadership, with an understanding of the diverse factors that motivate individuals, fostering a supportive and empowering team environment.
- Evidence experience in assessing and interpreting patient related information and recommending appropriate actions
- Evidence of analysing problems, developing practical solutions, and providing recommendations that are sustainable and evidence-based of good governance and best practice
- Evidence of effective training, teaching, facilitation and presentation skills
- Experience and understanding of effective resource management
- Experience of carrying out educational audits and clinical audits analysing and interpreting data and making recommendations
Desirable
- Evidence of implementing change in the workplace.
- Evidence of palliative care work with BCYP
- Evidence of service improvement
Other requirements
Essential
- Current full, valid driving license and own transport to facilitate travel across the region on a weekly basis.
- Commitment to own continuing professional development.
Desirable
- Ability to travel to national meetings on an occasional basis.
Qualifications
Essential
- Professional qualification in nursing with valid NMC registration
- Highly developed professional knowledge acquired at degree level or above (or evidence of working towards)
- Knowledge of mentorship, education and development practice with evidence of post graduate study or equivalent (e.g. A1 C&G Award; C&G 730 or equivalent; Assessor and mentorship level 2/3 or equivalent)
Desirable
- Detailed knowledge and understanding of BCYP palliative care services and recent initiatives in BCYP health and social care
Skills and abilities
Essential
- Clear and confident communicator with the ability to understand communication barriers and influence a diverse range of individuals to achieve shared outcomes.
- Ability to work effectively with individuals from diverse backgrounds, skills and experiences.
- Demonstrated experience and proficiency in digital tools, including word processing, email communication, presentation software, spreadsheets, and virtual collaboration platforms.
- Demonstrate ability to establish personal credibility, having a collaborative and participative approach to achieve successful multi-disciplinary team and partnership working.
- Demonstrated ability to manage time effectively, prioritise tasks, meet deadlines, and maintain attention to detail in a dynamic work environment.
Desirable
- Demonstrated experience with digital systems, including database management and other advanced IT tools.
- Ability to problem solve, compare a range of options and generate solutions.
- Able to adopt a participative approach to regulatory inspections and standard monitoring initiatives.
- Ability to conduct evaluative research in mentorship/education practice and the practice learning environment in childrens palliative care.
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.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
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Additional information
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.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
