Nurse Specialist

4 weeks ago

Sheffield, United Kingdom Sheffield Children’s NHS Foundation Trust Full time

Job summary

To provide specialist nursing knowledge within the speciality of Child Development & Neurodisability. To develop programmes of care and give advice & support to children and young people with Neurodisability, and their families. To provide and develop care packages and give advice & support to children and young people diagnosed with Autism or a Learning Disability and their families To assist in the provision of information, education, training and expert advice within the clinical speciality, for patients, families and other health care professionals To act as the key contact for children with Autism Learning Disability, and their families, working within a multi-disciplinary team

Main duties of the job

Demonstrate a clear understanding of Neuro-developmental disorders including complex Autism and Learning Disabilities. Provide regular nurse-led follow-up clinics, including school clinics/ support, in line with Trust policy, for children with complex Autism and Learning Disability. Co-ordinate and deliver Autism/ Learning disability-specific advice sessions by telephone contact and group work/ workshops, working alongside the Neurodisability psychology service. Deliver expert, evidence-based care to children with Autism and Learning disability. Provide a comprehensive transition pathway for young people, liaising with all appropriate services to ensure a smooth transition to adult care. Provide nursing support to the Consultant-led Neurodisability clinics. Administer treatment and medications using agreed Trust protocols and guidelines. Be able to carry out delegated investigations following appropriate training. Communicate and liaise with multidisciplinary teams in both the hospital and the community and with other agencies such as education, social services and voluntary agencies to promote a seamless service.

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

Demonstrate a clear understanding of Neuro-developmental disorders including complex Autism and Learning Disabilities. Provide regular nurse-led follow-up clinics, including school clinics/ support, in line with Trust policy, for children with complex Autism and Learning Disability. Co-ordinate and deliver Autism/ Learning disability-specific advice sessions by telephone contact and group work/ workshops, working alongside the Neurodisability psychology service. Deliver expert, evidence-based care to children with Autism and Learning disability. Assist in the development of individual care plans for children and their families post-diagnosis, liaising with primary care and other agencies as required, and ensuring appropriate follow-up. Provide a specialist advice service to patients and serve as a point of contact for other professionals, including signposting to services and referral pathways where more specialised input is required. Provide a comprehensive transition pathway for young people, liaising with all appropriate services to ensure a smooth transition to adult care. Provide nursing support to the Consultant-led Neurodisability clinics. Administer treatment and medications using agreed Trust protocols and guidelines. Be able to carry out delegated investigations following appropriate training. Communicate and liaise with multidisciplinary teams in both the hospital and the community and with other agencies such as education, social services and voluntary agencies to promote a seamless service. Communicate effectively to identify and address frequent issues of non-compliance/barriers to communication and potential child protection issues. Provide occasional cross cover for other members of the Child Development & Neurodisability team

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:

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

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, RN (Child) or RN(LD) Education to Diploma or Degree level ENB 998 or equivalent teaching certificate

Desirable

Paediatric Life Support Certificate Basic counselling qualification Post basic qualification in speciality/relevant field

Experience

Essential

Significant experience at Band 5 or above in a relevant paediatric setting or other appropriate and relevant experience in an education /community setting

Desirable

Experience of working with children and young people with Autism/ Learning Disability, and their families Experience in the provision of nurse-led clinics Experience of teaching/training others Experience/Knowledge of transition procedures

Knowledge & Skills

Essential

Knowledge of holistic, family-centred care Principles of child protection Principles of infection control Health & Safety safe practice Excellent communication and interpersonal skills Ability to manage own time and use initiative Ability to teach Sound IT skills

Desirable

Good understanding of Autism/Learning Disability Audit skills

Personal Attributes

Essential

Enthusiasm Ability to work both autonomously and as part of a multi-disciplinary team Flexible working pattern Commitment to continuing professional development of self, with a willingness and desire to undertake further relevant formal and informal training

Demonstrates Trust Values

Essential

Excellence, Accountability, Compassion, Teamwork and Integrity - Together we care

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