Paediatric Neurology Clinical Nurse Specialist

Job summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced and motivated Band 7 Paediatric Neurology Clinical Nurse Specialist to join the team at The Royal London Hospital.

The successful candidate will work closely with the paediatric Neurology consultants and Neurology/Epilepsy clinical nurse specialists to deliver high-quality and compassionate care across both inpatient and outpatient pathways.

This role is suited to a dynamic and empathetic individual with a passion for improving the experience and outcomes of patients with Neurology conditions including brain injury. The CNS will play a central role in coordinating care, supporting families, and acting as a clinical advocate throughout the patient journey--from acute admission, diagnosis, through to rehabilitation and discharge planning.

The ideal candidate will have:

Clinical experience caring for patients with Neurology conditions. A strong understanding of the complex physical, cognitive, and emotional challenges associated with Neuro conditions and brain injury.

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, particularly in supporting families during periods of distress and uncertainty. A proactive, organised approach to managing a caseload and contributing to service development.

You will be part of a forward-thinking team dedicated to improving patient outcomes and driving innovation in Neurology care.

Main duties of the job

The Royal London Hospital is seeking a dedicated Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS) in Paediatric Neurology to join our world-class multidisciplinary team. This is a pivotal role within one of London's busiest and most diverse paediatric services. You will act as a vital link between our patients, their families, and the medical team, providing expert clinical care, education, and emotional support to children with complex neurological conditions.

The post holder will assist in the continued development of the paediatric neurology service and work in close conjunction with the consultant Paediatric Neurologists and the paediatric Neurology Clinical Nurse Specialist.

The post holder will work in conjunction with Senior CAG management team to develop the strategic plan for the Paediatric Neurology service, taking into account the continuous quality improvement programme, to ensure the delivery of an efficient and cost-effective service.

The post holder will ensure that the aims and objectives of the Paediatric Neurology service are delivered and implemented to continually improve the standard of care that children receive, including any National guidance.

The post holder will provide advice and support and training to staff caring for this specialist group within Bartshealth and act as a resource for members of the MDT. The role also includes providing advice and support to children & their families.

About us

Barts Health is one of the largest NHS trusts in the country, and one of Britain's leading healthcare providers.

The Barts Health group of NHS hospitals is entering an exciting new era on our improvement journey to becoming an outstanding organisation with a world-class clinical reputation. Having lifted ourselves out of special measures, we now have the impetus and breathing space to chart a fresh course in which we are continually striving to improve all our services for patients.

Our vision is to be a high-performing group of NHS hospitals, renowned for excellence and innovation, and providing safe and compassionate care to our patients in east London and beyond. That means being a provider of excellent patient safety, known for delivering consistently high standards of harm-free care and always caring for patients in the right place at the right time. It also means being an outstanding place to work, in which our WeCare values and behaviours are visible to all and guide us in how we work together.

We strive to live by our WeCare values and are committed to promoting inclusion, where every staff member has a sense of belonging. We value our differences and fully advocate, cultivate and support an inclusive working environment.

Employer details

Employer name

Barts Health NHS Trust

Address

Royal London Hospital

London

E1 1FR

Employer's website

https://www.bartshealth.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)

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Employer details

Employer name

Barts Health NHS Trust

Address

Royal London Hospital

London

E1 1FR

Employer's website

https://www.bartshealth.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)

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