Job summary
The post holder will be a key member of the subspecialist colorectal team at Great Ormond Street. A particular duty of this post will be working within the existing MDT providing care for children with Cloacal Malformation. Although this is a rare condition GOSH now has a large case volume and the service provides holistic care for these children and families from birth to transition.
In addition, the CNS will provide support for families and children being managed for congenital anomalies affecting bowel function, including anorectal malformations and Hirschsprung's disease.
As a senior nurse leader, the CNS is a key member of the speciality and Divisional nursing team with a responsibility to contribute to wider service delivery.
To enable the fulfilment of these requirements, all CNSs are expected to work clinically as part of a ward roster. This requirement is equivalent to two full 12.5-hour shifts per month based on full time employment (pro rata if part time) but may be subject to review according to service requirements.
Main duties of the job
Be the link CNS for Children born with congenital abnormalities affecting the lower gastrointestinal tract
Be an expert in creating and supporting bowel management programs for children with congenital low GI anomaly
Support patients and families through their journey and to help them reach the best possible outcome
Work closely with the Urology Cloaca CNS to ensure the smooth running of the cloaca service and the best possible support for families
Set up and run nurse led clinics to review patients between discharge and consultant outpatient clinics.
About us
GOSH is committed to recruiting the best person for the job, based solely on their ability and individual merit as measured against the criteria for the role; through a process that is fair, open, consistent and free from bias and discrimination. We are committed to being a diverse and inclusive employer and foster a culture where all staff are valued, respected and acknowledged. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, age, disability status or length of time spent unemployed. We particularly welcome applications from BAME communities, people with disabilities and/or long-term health conditions and LGBT+ community members. We have policies and procedures in place to ensure that all applicants and employees are treated fairly and consistently. We are proud to be accredited as a Disability Confident Employer, a member of Business Disability Forum and a Stonewall Diversity Champion. We have active and Executive supported BAME, LGBT+ and Allies, Disability and Long-Term Health Conditions and Women's staff networks. Staff networks are employee-led groups formedaround interests, issues and a common bond or background. Staff network members create a positive and inclusive work environment at Great Ormond Street Hospital by actively contributing to the Trust's mission, values and efforts specific to inclusion. All of our staff networks are open to any employee.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required. For both documents please view the attachment/s below.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required. For both documents please view the attachment/s below.
Person Specification
Values
Essential
- Gosh Values
- Knowledge and Understanding of diverse backgrounds and perspectives
- Understanding of Diversity and Inclusion challenges in the workplace
- Demonstrable contribution to advancing Equality, Diversity and Inclusion in the Workplace
Academic/Professional qualification/Training
Essential
- On the relevant part of the NMC register i.e Children's registered
- Evidence of ongoing, dynamic continuing professional development within the specialty, linked to demonstrable clinical competencies
- Assessing and mentoring qualification
Desirable
- Possession of a relevant honors degree
- Recognized teaching qualification
Skills/Abilities
Essential
- Excellent relevant clinical skills
- Expert specialist skills and abilities for the post
- Excellent managerial, leadership and organizational skills
- Able to problem solve and initiate change
- Negotiating skills
- Self-discipline and good time management to support periods of lone working.
- Ability to delegate and prioritise
- Excellent verbal and written communication and listening skills
- Excellent teaching, training, and preceptorship skills
- Able to work across professional team and organizational boundaries
- Computer literate (word processing, PowerPoint presentation)
- Administration of IV drugs, as appropriate
- Computer literate (word processing, PowerPoint presentation)
Desirable
- Appraisal skills
- Interviewing skills
- Phlebotomy and canulation skills, as appropriate
- Administering medication under patient group directives or supplementary prescribing as appropriate
Experience/Knowledge
Essential
- Expert knowledge relevant to the speciality/field or practice
- Understanding of professional and current issues in children's nursing and healthcare, e.g. CNO's vision for Compassion In practice
- Detailed understanding of audit and research methodologies
- Understanding of resource management, health and safety, clinical risk and quality issues
- Child protection procedures
- Handling clinical incidents and complaints
- Sufficient experience at band 6 level or equivalent, including within relevant clinical environment
- Demonstrates Compassion In Practice
- Experience of leading and managing a team.
- Previous experience of change management and problem solving
- Experience of handling clinical incidents and complaints
Desirable
- Experience of working as a CNS
- Previous experience of research and audit
Person Specification
Values
Essential
- Gosh Values
- Knowledge and Understanding of diverse backgrounds and perspectives
- Understanding of Diversity and Inclusion challenges in the workplace
- Demonstrable contribution to advancing Equality, Diversity and Inclusion in the Workplace
Academic/Professional qualification/Training
Essential
- On the relevant part of the NMC register i.e Children's registered
- Evidence of ongoing, dynamic continuing professional development within the specialty, linked to demonstrable clinical competencies
- Assessing and mentoring qualification
Desirable
- Possession of a relevant honors degree
- Recognized teaching qualification
Skills/Abilities
Essential
- Excellent relevant clinical skills
- Expert specialist skills and abilities for the post
- Excellent managerial, leadership and organizational skills
- Able to problem solve and initiate change
- Negotiating skills
- Self-discipline and good time management to support periods of lone working.
- Ability to delegate and prioritise
- Excellent verbal and written communication and listening skills
- Excellent teaching, training, and preceptorship skills
- Able to work across professional team and organizational boundaries
- Computer literate (word processing, PowerPoint presentation)
- Administration of IV drugs, as appropriate
- Computer literate (word processing, PowerPoint presentation)
Desirable
- Appraisal skills
- Interviewing skills
- Phlebotomy and canulation skills, as appropriate
- Administering medication under patient group directives or supplementary prescribing as appropriate
Experience/Knowledge
Essential
- Expert knowledge relevant to the speciality/field or practice
- Understanding of professional and current issues in children's nursing and healthcare, e.g. CNO's vision for Compassion In practice
- Detailed understanding of audit and research methodologies
- Understanding of resource management, health and safety, clinical risk and quality issues
- Child protection procedures
- Handling clinical incidents and complaints
- Sufficient experience at band 6 level or equivalent, including within relevant clinical environment
- Demonstrates Compassion In Practice
- Experience of leading and managing a team.
- Previous experience of change management and problem solving
- Experience of handling clinical incidents and complaints
Desirable
- Experience of working as a CNS
- Previous experience of research and audit
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).
Employer details
Employer name
Great Ormond Street Hospital for Children NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Great Ormond Street Hospital
Great Ormond Street
London
WC1N 3JH
Employer's website
https://www.gosh.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
