Job Description
Job summary Are you an experienced Children's Nurse with a special interest inImmunology? Our Immunology team is expanding and we are looking for a new friendly and enthusiastic colleague to join our expert nursing team as a band 7 Clinical Nurse Specialist with a focus on Antibody Deficiencies. We are a big, welcoming team of Clinical Nurse Specialists, Research Nurses and Advance Clinical Practitioners who are passionate about our work - together we provide world leading Immunology care to children and families at a centre of excellence. We work in close partnership with the medical- and multi-professional teams to treat and supportchildren undergoing complex and innovative treatments like bone marrow transplantations, gene therapy and thymus transplants as well as providing basic immunological management and follow up. We also collaborate with external care providers across the UK and abroad. As a band 7 CNS you will be working autonomously to provide and develop the care for children with primary and secondary antibody deficiencies. The job also involves management of our Immunoglobulin home therapy service and infusion training. This role provides an excitingopportunity for an experienced, self-motivated nurse with a passion for education to develop and progress them self and our service. Main duties of the job This post mainly provides nursing support for a cohort of patients with primary immunodeficiency. The caseload is predominantly children receiving immunoglobulin replacement at home or in their local hospitals, but also includes general immunology and other novel treatments including patients with immunodeficiency requiring Haematopoietic Progenitor Cells (HPC) Transplant, Gene Therapy or Thymus Transplant. The post holder will work as a member of the multi-disciplinary team within the Immunology specialty and will provide cross cover to other Immunology Clinical Nurses Specialists (CNSs). 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. Person Specification GOSH 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 (appropriate to clinical speciality) Relevant nursing qualification Evidence of ongoing professional development relating to clinical speciality Relevant honours degree or in the process of obtaining Desirable Assessor or practice supervisor qualification/ experience Experience/Knowledge Essential Thorough knowledge relevant to the specialty/ department / field of practice - Immunology Thorough knowledge of professional & current issues in children's healthcare needs Knowledge of the importance of evidence -based practice & how quality improvement, audit & research improves care outcomes Safeguarding Children & Adults procedures & responsibilities Relevant experience at a senior level in a relevant paediatric healthcare environment Experience of taking charge of a department and/or of leading or managing a team Evidence of working with babies, children, or young people & their families to improve patient experience Experience of handling clinical incidents & complaints & implementation of subsequent learning Using outcome measures & key performance indicators to demonstrate the quality and efficiency of clinical care Experience of clinical & formal teaching Awareness of equality, diversity & cultural diversity Desirable Detailed understanding of change management, audit & research methodologies Knowledge of clinical governance & improvement agenda Knowledge of undertaking audit & utilizing research findings, including presentation and publication Knowledge of developing practice standards, clinical audit, benchmarking & clinical / quality improvement Abstract submission and presenting at conferences, willingness to publish Partakes in professional development groups Experience & evidence of sustaining change / quality improvement Skills/Abilities Essential Demonstrates an ability to provide autonomous expert clinical care Excellent leadership & organizational skills Consistently demonstrable interpersonal, leadership negotiation & influencing skills Excellent communication & listening skills Evidence of effective team leadership, able to motivate & develop a team & maintain constructive, professional working relationships Evidence of personal insight & sound judgment Able to demonstrate critical thinking, high level decision making & problem solving in clinical practice Self-discipline & good time management to support periods of lone working & ensure robust safe practice Ability to delegate & prioritise Excellent teaching, training & assessment skills Able to work across professional team & organizational boundaries Desirable Appraisal & assessment skills Independent nurse (non-medical prescriber) prescribing Quality improvement, practice development and service improvement skills Other Requirements Essential Able to work collaboratively and as part of a multiprofessional team Keeps a personal portfolio of professional practice and a continuum of learning. A flexible approach to work The individual will have exposure to high levels of physical, mental & emotional effort Ability to deal with conflict situations within a team, as well as events involving the team Accountability - Takes responsibility for own actions & promotes good team working Openness - Shares information & good practice appropriately Mutual respect - Treats others with courtesy & respect at all times Desirable Ability to initiate, manage and sustain change to meet the needs of children & young people