Job summary
Are you a motivated and innovative nurse with experience of working as a Clinical Nurse Specialist, or within the field of Inherited Cardiovascular Diseases (ICVD)?
We are looking for a knowledgeable nurse who can bring their valuable experience with them to join a dedicated team of clinical nurse specialists.
The Centre for Inherited Cardiovascular Disease at Great Ormond Street Hospital (GOSH) manages an increasing case load consisting of confirmed and suspected diagnoses as well as a cardiac screening programme. The majority of our work is centred on our busy outpatient clinics, which run every weekday. We manage outpatient clinics dedicated to Inherited Cardiomyopathies, Inherited Arrhythmias and Inherited Aortopathies. A significant and increasing proportion of our work is focused on supporting our patients during hospital admissions, which may be undertaken for medical management or surgical intervention.
We will support your clinical development and will provide a tailored educational pathway.
For further information on the role please contact Helen Walsh, Advanced Nurse Practitioner for ICVD team, helen.walsh@gosh.nhs.uk/ 020 7405 9200 ext 5108.
or Paul Blackburn Paul.Blackburn@gosh.nhs.uk
We look forward to hearing from you and supporting this new stage of your nursing career.
Main duties of the job
The role of Clinical Nurse Specialist for Inherited Cardiovascular Diseases (ICVD) at Great Ormond Street Hospital is a position requiring excellent specialist clinical skills, as well as the leadership and management experience needed to lead a dedicated team of nurse specialists and support staff.
You will work within a wider team, composed of cardiologists with an interest in paediatric and adult inherited cardiac conditions, specialist nurses, cardiac technicians, clinical psychologists, geneticists and administrative staff. You will be expected to have excellent skills to support the whole family throughout the process of screening, diagnosis and on-going care.
The post-holder will have the ability to develop and improve service delivery by driving and implementing change. They will work in collaboration with the team's other Clinical Nurse Specialists to ensure that the team delivers an excellent standard of evidence-based care, providing expert support to patients and families affected by inherited cardiac conditions.
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 formed around 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.
For further information on the role please contact Helen Walsh, Advanced Nurse Practitioner for ICVD team, helen.walsh@gosh.nhs.uk/ 020 7405 9200 ext 5108.
or Paul Blackburn Paul.Blackburn@gosh.nhs.uk
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.
For further information on the role please contact Helen Walsh, Advanced Nurse Practitioner for ICVD team, helen.walsh@gosh.nhs.uk/ 020 7405 9200 ext 5108.
or Paul Blackburn Paul.Blackburn@gosh.nhs.uk
Person Specification
Culture and Values
Essential
- Our Always 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
- NMC Registered Nurse (Child) or RN Adult with significant band 6, relevant experience in specialty (cardiology)
- Evidence of on-going professional development relating to clinical specialty (cardiology)
- Possession of a relevant honours degree or in the process of obtaining
- Leadership and management skills
- BLS/EPLS
Desirable
- Recognised teaching qualification
- Assessing and mentoring qualification
- Advanced clinical assessment skills
Experience/Knowledge
Essential
- Demonstrable knowledge of Inherited Cardiovascular Disease and Heart Muscle problems
- Teaching, supervision and managerial experience
- Experience of managing a case load and coordinating patient care
- Detailed understanding of research and audit methodologies
- Experience of management and leadership in a team
Desirable
- Previous experience in a cardiology CNS role
- Previous experience of change management and problem solving
- Experience of handling clinical incidents, Safeguarding and complaints
- Understanding of resource management, health and safety, clinical risk and quality issues
Skills/Abilities
Essential
- Excellent clinical skills
- Effective managerial, leadership and organisational skills, including Interviewing and Appraisals.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to work across professional team and organisational boundaries
- Negotiating & Conflict management Skills
- Self-discipline and good time management to support periods of lone working
Desirable
- Effective teaching and training skills
- Ability to motivate and develop a team of staff
Person Specification
Culture and Values
Essential
- Our Always 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
- NMC Registered Nurse (Child) or RN Adult with significant band 6, relevant experience in specialty (cardiology)
- Evidence of on-going professional development relating to clinical specialty (cardiology)
- Possession of a relevant honours degree or in the process of obtaining
- Leadership and management skills
- BLS/EPLS
Desirable
- Recognised teaching qualification
- Assessing and mentoring qualification
- Advanced clinical assessment skills
Experience/Knowledge
Essential
- Demonstrable knowledge of Inherited Cardiovascular Disease and Heart Muscle problems
- Teaching, supervision and managerial experience
- Experience of managing a case load and coordinating patient care
- Detailed understanding of research and audit methodologies
- Experience of management and leadership in a team
Desirable
- Previous experience in a cardiology CNS role
- Previous experience of change management and problem solving
- Experience of handling clinical incidents, Safeguarding and complaints
- Understanding of resource management, health and safety, clinical risk and quality issues
Skills/Abilities
Essential
- Excellent clinical skills
- Effective managerial, leadership and organisational skills, including Interviewing and Appraisals.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to work across professional team and organisational boundaries
- Negotiating & Conflict management Skills
- Self-discipline and good time management to support periods of lone working
Desirable
- Effective teaching and training skills
- Ability to motivate and develop a team of staff
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).
