Job summary
A secondment opportunity (6 months) has arisen for an enthusiastic and motivated Paediatric Nurse to join our well-established Endocrine Team.
You will be part of a large multi-disciplinary team providing specialist care to the children and young people, (and their families), with Endocrine and growth disorders.
The role will include providing disease and drug education, specialist education to other health care professionals, liaising with schools, GP's and community nursing teams as needed.
You will also participate in preparing young people with Endocrine conditions to transition when ready from SC NHS Foundation Trust to adult services.
Essential qualifications:
RSCN/RN Child,
ENB 998 or equivalent teaching and assessing qualification,
Experience in nursing care of children with Endocrinology
Cannulation and phlebotomy skills advantagious
Main duties of the job
- To act as a Named Nurse and plan, implement and evaluate care for Children undergoing medical day case procedures.
- To develop and co-ordinate the endocrinology Service in a variety of settings ensuring the quality of care provision for Children of all ages.
- To provide specialist education, training and information to Children, Families and members of the multi-disciplinary team.
- To act as an independent prescriber in areas of competency
About us
Sheffield Children's is one of three independent, specialist paediatric hospitals in the country, providing dedicated healthcare for children and young people across community, mental health and acute specialist settings.
We have three overarching aims that set the direction for the Trust in our vision "to create a healthier future for children and young people."
- Outstanding patient care
- Brilliant place to work
- Leader in children's health
Our commitment to rewarding colleagues is demonstrated through our brilliant reward and benefits offer including; generous annual leave entitlement and pension scheme and access to salary sacrifice schemes such as cycle to work and lease cars.
We are committed to supporting colleagues from different heritages and lifestyles while at work. This is supported through the offer we have in place for flexible working and the three equality network groups we have in place. Colleagues are encouraged to join these groups and request flexible working.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To act as a Named Nurse and plan, implement and evaluate care for Children undergoing medical and day case procedures
- Ensure all Children from all age groups and abilities have optimum family-centred, evidence based care.
- Ensure Parents and Children (when appropriate) have the opportunity to agree and negotiate care.
- Carry out nursing observations and monitor and record as appropriate using technical equipment as necessary for which training and supervision has been given.
- Carry out Nurse-Led admission and discharge following agreed day case protocols and policy following training, supervision and assessment.
- Complete discharge arrangements, communicating with hospital, family and external agencies. Provide Parents and Children with specific information and advice and supplies as appropriate to individual care.
- Communicate plans of care, changes in condition and treatment to Parents/Carers and members of the multi-disciplinary team.
- Manage complex clinical situations responding to the changing needs of the patient.
- Administer medication according to the Code of Professional Conduct and local policy including oral, subcutaneous, intravenous and topical treatments.
Please refer to full JD/Person Spec for more information
Inclusive Recruitment & Selection
We are committed to being an inclusive employer and accurate data capture is an important part of that to ensure we are supportive and representative. Our aim is to ensure that all applicants can see themselves in the available categories on our application form, but we recognise that some of our data capture fields are not inclusive. We have flagged this with our system provider to ask for change.
We offer encouragement and active support to applicants with additional needs, including those from ethnic minorities, with disabilities and members of the LGBTQ+ community. If you wish to adjust any aspect of the recruitment process or wish to find out more about our recruitment & selection processes, please get in touch with our Recruitment Manager: Catherine.Gilbert7@nhs.net
We are continually reviewing our recruitment & selection process to support the long-term aim of Sheffield Childrens being a champion of Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion. If you have any ideas for improvement, please get in touch with Catherine Gilbert at Catherine.Gilbert7@nhs.net
Trust Values
The Trust is committed to providing great quality patient care and keep children, young people and families at the heart of what we do by following our CARE values:
- Compassion leading by kindness and showing empathy, understanding and respect
- Accountability striving to do the right thing and owning responsibility
- Respect value differences, tackling inequality and fostering a culture of inclusion
- Excellence delivering a high-quality standard of care
Job description
Job responsibilities
To act as a Named Nurse and plan, implement and evaluate care for Children undergoing medical and day case procedures
- Ensure all Children from all age groups and abilities have optimum family-centred, evidence based care.
- Ensure Parents and Children (when appropriate) have the opportunity to agree and negotiate care.
- Carry out nursing observations and monitor and record as appropriate using technical equipment as necessary for which training and supervision has been given.
- Carry out Nurse-Led admission and discharge following agreed day case protocols and policy following training, supervision and assessment.
- Complete discharge arrangements, communicating with hospital, family and external agencies. Provide Parents and Children with specific information and advice and supplies as appropriate to individual care.
- Communicate plans of care, changes in condition and treatment to Parents/Carers and members of the multi-disciplinary team.
- Manage complex clinical situations responding to the changing needs of the patient.
- Administer medication according to the Code of Professional Conduct and local policy including oral, subcutaneous, intravenous and topical treatments.
Please refer to full JD/Person Spec for more information
Inclusive Recruitment & Selection
We are committed to being an inclusive employer and accurate data capture is an important part of that to ensure we are supportive and representative. Our aim is to ensure that all applicants can see themselves in the available categories on our application form, but we recognise that some of our data capture fields are not inclusive. We have flagged this with our system provider to ask for change.
We offer encouragement and active support to applicants with additional needs, including those from ethnic minorities, with disabilities and members of the LGBTQ+ community. If you wish to adjust any aspect of the recruitment process or wish to find out more about our recruitment & selection processes, please get in touch with our Recruitment Manager: Catherine.Gilbert7@nhs.net
We are continually reviewing our recruitment & selection process to support the long-term aim of Sheffield Childrens being a champion of Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion. If you have any ideas for improvement, please get in touch with Catherine Gilbert at Catherine.Gilbert7@nhs.net
Trust Values
The Trust is committed to providing great quality patient care and keep children, young people and families at the heart of what we do by following our CARE values:
- Compassion leading by kindness and showing empathy, understanding and respect
- Accountability striving to do the right thing and owning responsibility
- Respect value differences, tackling inequality and fostering a culture of inclusion
- Excellence delivering a high-quality standard of care
Person Specification
Qualifications and Training
Essential
- RSCN or RN (Child) 998 or equivalent teaching certificate
Desirable
- Paediatric Life Support Certificate
Experience
Essential
- Significant Band 5 experience Completed Band 5 co-ordinator competencies (or equivalent)
Desirable
- Medical and/or Surgical Nursing experience Experience of caring for children with endocrine conditions
Knowledge and Skills
Essential
- Knowledge of Holistic Family centred care using evidence based practices Speciality Issues Health & Safety Safe Practices e.g. Lifting and Handling, Sharps, COSHH Current Nursing/Health Issues Infection control Good Organisation skills Good Communication skills Time Management skills Management of own Client Group
Desirable
- Interest or experience in audit and research Leadership qualities
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Ability to work alone and as part of a team Conscientious Flexible and adaptable
Desirable
- Willingness to develop skills
Demonstrates Trust Values
Essential
- C = Compassion A = Accountability R = Respect E = Excellence
Person Specification
Qualifications and Training
Essential
- RSCN or RN (Child) 998 or equivalent teaching certificate
Desirable
- Paediatric Life Support Certificate
Experience
Essential
- Significant Band 5 experience Completed Band 5 co-ordinator competencies (or equivalent)
Desirable
- Medical and/or Surgical Nursing experience Experience of caring for children with endocrine conditions
Knowledge and Skills
Essential
- Knowledge of Holistic Family centred care using evidence based practices Speciality Issues Health & Safety Safe Practices e.g. Lifting and Handling, Sharps, COSHH Current Nursing/Health Issues Infection control Good Organisation skills Good Communication skills Time Management skills Management of own Client Group
Desirable
- Interest or experience in audit and research Leadership qualities
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Ability to work alone and as part of a team Conscientious Flexible and adaptable
Desirable
- Willingness to develop skills
Demonstrates Trust Values
Essential
- C = Compassion A = Accountability R = Respect E = Excellence
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).
