Job summary
University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust is delighted to offer a fantastic opportunity to work with us.
Please see below for detailed job description of the role.
Main duties of the job
The trainee will be supported to provide:- effective nursing leadership and clinical expertise that supports, promotes and develops efficient service delivery to sick or deteriorating children & the practitioners that manage them & their families. This will be achieved by an ability to work autonomously whilst interacting with the multi-disciplinary team (MDT), keeping the needs of the child and family at the centre of safe care planning and delivery.- Respond to all paediatric 2222 calls - for all children & Young people 0-18yrs in any setting within UHS where a child would be managed - ward areas, CED, Theatres & Recovery, Eye unit, CRF, PICU other ICU departments (16-18yr old)
About us
University Hospital Southampton is one of England's largest acute teaching Trusts, offering a wide range of learning and development opportunities to support your career aspirations.
Located on the south coast with an international airport and direct rail links to London, Southampton offers an ideal setting to live and work, with the New Forest, South Downs and Jurassic Coast.
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At UHS we're committed to providing a flexible working environment where possible. Whether you are balancing family, study, or your wellbeing with your career, we want to support you so you can help our patients.
At UHS, we proudly champion individuality, recognizing that outstanding care is only possible with a diverse, inclusive team. We're committed to creating an anti-racist, anti-discriminatory environment where everyone feels valued, safe, and empowered to make a meaningful impact in our communities. We welcome applicants of all backgrounds, identities, and experiences to join us in building a healthcare community where everyone can belong, thrive, and contribute.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Main Duties Continued:
- Respond to all patient deterioration - PEWS triggers in any paediatric area including those outside the Childrens Hospital e.g. CED / recovery / CRF / Eye Department.- Liaise directly with operational bed managers regarding patient allocation to ensure patient safety. This includes response to escalations of children requiring support within the CED department & the potential for HDU requirement.- OOHs provide additional leadership/operational support to maintain patient safety at senior level.- Review all patients stepping down from PICU & communicate clinical management plans with the appropriate clinical medical teams. This may also include reviewing patients stepping down from PHDU to other ward areas as required.- Provide bedside clinical decision support to all clinical professionals as required. - Liaise with other nurse specialist teams where appropriate.- Actively contribute to communications for children with complex needs especially where more than 1 clinical team is involved.-Active involvement in Adverse Event Reporting (AER) in context of raising concern and addressing any learning required. This will be feedback via QuEST.- Attend & participate in weekly Child Deterioration and Death (CDaD) reviews.- Participate in Education / development programmes for all Paediatric clinical staff.- Collation of Paediatric Outreach daily Activity data encompassing the 4 pillars of ACP practice
The service is supported by Consultant Paediatrician & Lead Nurse.The ideal candidate will need to have the ability to work flexibly and consistently across all paediatric areas within UHS where daily workload can be unpredictable. This is a 24/7 service which will include day & night shift working including weekend working.This is a trainee role with the provision of in service training prior to commencing a 3yr MSc ACP pathway which will include HTPA / Clinical decision Making / Non Medical Prescribing / Leadership & dissertation. Clinical supervision will be provided from within this ACP team with a full ACP supervisor.Commitment is required to participate in and complete the full MSc in this ACP Lead service.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Main Duties Continued:
- Respond to all patient deterioration - PEWS triggers in any paediatric area including those outside the Childrens Hospital e.g. CED / recovery / CRF / Eye Department.- Liaise directly with operational bed managers regarding patient allocation to ensure patient safety. This includes response to escalations of children requiring support within the CED department & the potential for HDU requirement.- OOHs provide additional leadership/operational support to maintain patient safety at senior level.- Review all patients stepping down from PICU & communicate clinical management plans with the appropriate clinical medical teams. This may also include reviewing patients stepping down from PHDU to other ward areas as required.- Provide bedside clinical decision support to all clinical professionals as required. - Liaise with other nurse specialist teams where appropriate.- Actively contribute to communications for children with complex needs especially where more than 1 clinical team is involved.-Active involvement in Adverse Event Reporting (AER) in context of raising concern and addressing any learning required. This will be feedback via QuEST.- Attend & participate in weekly Child Deterioration and Death (CDaD) reviews.- Participate in Education / development programmes for all Paediatric clinical staff.- Collation of Paediatric Outreach daily Activity data encompassing the 4 pillars of ACP practice
The service is supported by Consultant Paediatrician & Lead Nurse.The ideal candidate will need to have the ability to work flexibly and consistently across all paediatric areas within UHS where daily workload can be unpredictable. This is a 24/7 service which will include day & night shift working including weekend working.This is a trainee role with the provision of in service training prior to commencing a 3yr MSc ACP pathway which will include HTPA / Clinical decision Making / Non Medical Prescribing / Leadership & dissertation. Clinical supervision will be provided from within this ACP team with a full ACP supervisor.Commitment is required to participate in and complete the full MSc in this ACP Lead service.
Person Specification
Trust Values
Essential
- Patient First
- Always Improving
- Working Together
Qualifications, knowledge and experience
Essential
- Registered Healthcare Professional on relevant part of NMC / HCPC register
- Completion of Healthcare Degree (or equivalent - Minimum 120 credits at L6 or evidence of Masters level study)
- Committed and eligible for participation in and completion of MSc in area of speciality
- Higher Education Institute approved course in supporting learners in practice or the ability to Provide evidence of: oSupporting a range of learners in practice oSupporting colleagues to promote effective learning in practice
- Evidence of on-going personal and professional development
- Basic keyboard skills with knowledge of Word, Excel and PowerPoint
- Significant Post Registration experience within chosen specialty
- Broad awareness of wider Trust initiatives / pressures
- Coaching/leadership experience
Desirable
- Completion of HTPA Competencies
- Independent Non-Medical Prescribing Qualification
- ILS trained
- Evidence of ability to change or initiate practice
- Registered on MSc Pathway as an experienced practitioner
- Further study at Level 7 within relevant pathway
- Leadership qualification (RCN, LDC, Edward Jenner, Elizabeth Garret Anderson, Nye Bevan)
- Maths and English Level 2 or have recognised equivalence from the ENIC process
Person Specification
Trust Values
Essential
- Patient First
- Always Improving
- Working Together
Qualifications, knowledge and experience
Essential
- Registered Healthcare Professional on relevant part of NMC / HCPC register
- Completion of Healthcare Degree (or equivalent - Minimum 120 credits at L6 or evidence of Masters level study)
- Committed and eligible for participation in and completion of MSc in area of speciality
- Higher Education Institute approved course in supporting learners in practice or the ability to Provide evidence of: oSupporting a range of learners in practice oSupporting colleagues to promote effective learning in practice
- Evidence of on-going personal and professional development
- Basic keyboard skills with knowledge of Word, Excel and PowerPoint
- Significant Post Registration experience within chosen specialty
- Broad awareness of wider Trust initiatives / pressures
- Coaching/leadership experience
Desirable
- Completion of HTPA Competencies
- Independent Non-Medical Prescribing Qualification
- ILS trained
- Evidence of ability to change or initiate practice
- Registered on MSc Pathway as an experienced practitioner
- Further study at Level 7 within relevant pathway
- Leadership qualification (RCN, LDC, Edward Jenner, Elizabeth Garret Anderson, Nye Bevan)
- Maths and English Level 2 or have recognised equivalence from the ENIC process
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
