Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic and motivated paediatric research nurse to join our dynamic research nursing team within the Bone Marrow Transplant speciality on a full-time permanent contract. We are looking for a dynamic and motivated individual who is willing to learn and gain expertise in clinical research and in this exciting area of medicine.
The Blood and Marrow Transplant (BMT) Unit has the largest paediatric Stem Cell Transplant (SCT) programme in Europe, providing a comprehensive SCT service including autologous and allogeneic procedures for patients with Haematology, Oncology, Immunology, Metabolic disease, Rheumatology and Gastroenterology diseases. The unit carries out approximately 100 transplant episodes per year, pioneered reduced intensity conditioning for children with genetic disorders and is at the forefront in developing national and international transplant protocols as well as novel indications for transplant. Additionally, the unit has a world-class programme of translational research focused on 3 main areas: reducing the intensity of the conditioning drugs used before BMT, cell therapy to improve immunity after BMT, and gene therapy for leukaemia.
Main duties of the job
As one of the Band 6 research nurses based in the trust, you will work alongside the band 7 research nurse leading and coordinating the delivery of the BMT speciality research portfolios. Working clinically with the team you will promote high standards of both patient care and research practice.
This is an excellent opportunity for a highly motivated paediatric nurse with BMT experience. You must have effective organisational skills and be looking for a new and exciting challenge. You should demonstrate the ability to manage your own workload and to work as part of a team. This post offers excellent opportunities in gaining research experience with flexible working hours with the opportunity to maintain your clinical skills, while being supported by an experienced team of research nurses.
The core working hours will be: 08.00-18.00 hours.
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.
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
GOSH Culture and Values
Essential
Academic/Professional qualification/Training
Essential
- NMC Registered Nurse and relevant nursing qualification
- Evidence of ongoing professional development relating to clinical speciality
Desirable
- Leadership and management training
- Assessor or practice supervisor qualification/experience
Experience/Knowledge
Essential
- Knowledge and understanding of diverse backgrounds and perspectives.
- Experience of co-ordinating and managing patient care
- Experience of having worked with acute/chronically sick children or specialised transferable skills
- Understanding of professional and current issues in children's nursing
- Understanding of Diversity and Inclusion challenges in the workplace
- Understanding of the importance of research and evidence-based practice
- Basic knowledge of computer skills
- Evidence of fulfilling requirements for Revalidation
- Understanding of safeguarding issues according to Trust policies and procedures
- Understanding of principles of clinical governance (e.g. risk management, audit, quality)
Desirable
- Previous experience within the speciality and experience of CTIMP research and/or audit
- Experience of recruiting, educating and monitoring patients within clinical trials
- Knowledge of research governance and regulations (ICH Good Clinical Practice and EU directives)
- Knowledge of clinical incidents and complaints and reporting
Skills/Abilities
Essential
- Relevant specialist skills and abilities in caring for children receiving treatment for undergoing Bone Marrow Transplant
- Excellent paediatric clinical skills
- Committed to family centred care
- Excellent verbal, written, listening and numeracy skills
- A flexible approach to work
- Good time management and teaching skills
- Ability to work well both in a team and on own initiative
- Ability to take charge, delegate responsibilities and prioritise workload
- Demonstrates Compassion in practice
- Ability to deal with situations of conflict
- Ability to initiate, manage and sustain change
- Central venous access management and administration of IV drugs
Person Specification
GOSH Culture and Values
Essential
Academic/Professional qualification/Training
Essential
- NMC Registered Nurse and relevant nursing qualification
- Evidence of ongoing professional development relating to clinical speciality
Desirable
- Leadership and management training
- Assessor or practice supervisor qualification/experience
Experience/Knowledge
Essential
- Knowledge and understanding of diverse backgrounds and perspectives.
- Experience of co-ordinating and managing patient care
- Experience of having worked with acute/chronically sick children or specialised transferable skills
- Understanding of professional and current issues in children's nursing
- Understanding of Diversity and Inclusion challenges in the workplace
- Understanding of the importance of research and evidence-based practice
- Basic knowledge of computer skills
- Evidence of fulfilling requirements for Revalidation
- Understanding of safeguarding issues according to Trust policies and procedures
- Understanding of principles of clinical governance (e.g. risk management, audit, quality)
Desirable
- Previous experience within the speciality and experience of CTIMP research and/or audit
- Experience of recruiting, educating and monitoring patients within clinical trials
- Knowledge of research governance and regulations (ICH Good Clinical Practice and EU directives)
- Knowledge of clinical incidents and complaints and reporting
Skills/Abilities
Essential
- Relevant specialist skills and abilities in caring for children receiving treatment for undergoing Bone Marrow Transplant
- Excellent paediatric clinical skills
- Committed to family centred care
- Excellent verbal, written, listening and numeracy skills
- A flexible approach to work
- Good time management and teaching skills
- Ability to work well both in a team and on own initiative
- Ability to take charge, delegate responsibilities and prioritise workload
- Demonstrates Compassion in practice
- Ability to deal with situations of conflict
- Ability to initiate, manage and sustain change
- Central venous access management and administration of IV drugs
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)
