Staff Nurse Paediatrics

2 months ago

Chertsey, United Kingdom Ashford & St. Peter's Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust Full time

Job summary

We are currently recruiting for a Band 5 nurse, to work across our Paediatric Day unit and Outpatients Departments. We are looking for passionate and enthusiastic individuals committed to excellent patient experience to join our team.

Oak Ward is much more than just a surgical day unit, not only do we cover for a wide range of paediatric surgery from Orthopaedic to ENT we also care for medical patients requiring specialist investigations to infusions.

Our day unit comprises of 12 beds, caring for children and young people up to the age of 18 years. The unit is situated next to the Paediatric inpatient ward which we work in close partnership with. Core opening hours are Monday to Friday with shifts of 0715hrs - 1945hrs. You are guaranteed to gain a wide range of knowledge and experience.

Outpatients is a dynamic unit covering a wide range of clinics including Haematology, Endocrine, Epilepsy, Allergy, Cardiac, Urology and Paediatric Surgery. Outpatients is split between St Peters and Ashford Hospital. The team carry out investigations like Sweat Tests and assists with the Specialist Nurses.

Previous experience is an advantage, PILS is desirable, however all staff are supported with a comprehensive induction program, preceptorship training as we encourage staff to develop in every aspect of their career. If you are looking to work in a friendly team this is the place to be. Good communication skills and a positive approach is essential.

Main duties of the job

Delivering the best patient care in accordance with NMC Code of professional Conduct, local Policies and procedures

Establish and maintain effective communication with the multi-disciplinary team, patients and carers

Maintain up to date and accurate record

Be an effective role model and demonstrate effective organisational and leadership skills

Participate in quality initiatives

Understand Safeguarding policies

Ensure safe storage and administration of medicines in accordance with the trust policy.

Be proficient in the use of information technology used within the department.

As a team ensure that clinical and housekeeping practice follows policies/procedures designed to prevent hospital acquired infection

To undertake link nurse responsibilities as required

Promote and implement evidence-based practice

Support the Senior Team and CPEs in relation to programmes and strategies for professional development, education and training for colleagues and students

Keep up to date with professional knowledge keeping and current practice and competencies specific to Oak Ward or Outpatients.

Understand the educational objectives of all ward staff, acting as preceptor/mentor.

Be innovative, support and help to manage change

Maintain a professional attitude including appropriate personal appearance in accordance with the Uniform and Dress Code Policies

Be aware of how to report incidents, accidents, concerns or near misses and how to deal effectively with complaints

About us

Ashford and St. Peters Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust serves a population of more than 410,000 people living in North-West Surrey, parts of Hounslow and beyond.

Over 3,700 highly trained doctors, nurses, midwives, therapists, healthcare scientists and other support staff make up our workforce, providing a wide range of services across our two hospital sites, Ashford, Ashford, Surrey and St Peter's, Chertsey, Surrey.

We also run many specialist clinics in the community and local community hospitals and other healthcare facilities.

Our vision is to be one of the best healthcare Trusts in the country. There has never been a better time to join us in the NHS at Ashford & St Peters Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust with our strong commitment to staff health and wellbeing. We are committed to providing continuous professional development, staff benefits and flexibility to shape our workforce around our patient care.

Please see the supporting links which you can find on the right-hand side of this job advert. There is guidance on how to make an application on NHS Jobs as well as more information about joining the ASPH Team

Although it isn't the Trusts normal practice, adverts may close early, so applicants are encouraged to submit an application as soon as possible.

Job description

Job responsibilities

On Oak ward you will be expected to help coordinate and faciliate patients attending for day surgery from admission to discharge, liaising with the play team, bookings, theatres, aneasthetists, surgeons and recovery to ensure the best care is given to all patients. You will also help oversee and arrange specialist infusions, bloods transfusions and specialist investigations like endocrine and food challenges.

In Outpatients you will help coordinate the running of the clinics on a daily basis liaising with receptions and the doctors from each speciality like Urology, Paediatric Rapid Access and Cardiac to ensure any and all investigations like observations, urinalysis and weights are carried out. You will also have an opportunity to support the diabetic service with their clinics in Stephanie Marks Centre at St Peters. Along with your colleagues you will support the ward manager with any audits and QI projects taking on the role of a link nurse.

Clinical/ Professional Responsibilities

To practice nursing and delivery of patient care in accordance with NMC Code of Professional Conduct and Trust/Unit Policies and Procedures. Be responsible and accountable for the assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of the care needs of patients on the ward/unit, ensuring safe practice and maintaining high standards of care Maintain up to date, comprehensive and accurate records of clinical care, the patients

condition and other relevant information.

Act as an effective role model and demonstrate effective organisational and leadership skills. Deputise for the Ward Sister/Charge Nurse and their deputies. Participate in planning and implementation of quality initiatives and targets, in conjunction with the Ward/Unit Manager, Modern Matron and Head of Nursing. Be conversant with current emergency resuscitation techniques and fire regulations and procedures both in theory and practice. Ensure the safe custody and administration of drugs. With the Ward/Unit Manager and their deputies ensure that clinical and housekeeping practice follows policies/procedures designed to prevent hospital acquired infection. Assist in the evaluation and assessment of new equipment and technology To have an understanding of the Child Protection policies and procedures and have an understanding and recognition of those at risk

Managerial Responsibilities

Ensure nursing staff and/or students under your supervision have a clear understanding of their duties and responsibilities, and of the standards of performance and conduct expected of them

Assist the Clinical Practitioner Educator and Ward/ Unit Manager and their deputies in the orientation and induction of new staff. Ensure appropriate paperwork is completed and processed. Understand and be aware of when and how to report untoward incidents, accidents, concerns or near misses and how to deal effectively with patients or relatives complaints.

Health, safety and security

Work with team members to ensure maintenance of a clean and safe environment that is conducive to therapeutic and ethical practice Be accountable for and ensure own competence in practice Promote nursing practice and care delivery in line with relevant research and evidence base

and with reference to trust policies and guidelines

Identify potential risks for all staff, patients and visitors, take action as required and adhere to

relevant incident reporting procedures

Handle and dispose of all body fluids in accordance with universal precautions

Provision of care to provide health and wellbeing needs

Act as an advocate for the patient and their families, providing them with information and

directing them to the relevant support services where appropriate

Respect peoples dignity, wishes and beliefs; involve them in shared decision-making and

obtain their consent before undertaking nursing procedures

Ensure that treatments prescribed by the medical staff are carried out, and that

multidisciplinary team members are informed of changes in the patients condition

Ensure safe and timely transfer of patients in accordance with ASPH policy Ensure safe discharge of patients in accordance with ASPH Discharge Policy

General responsibilities

The post holder has a general duty of care for their own health, safety and well-being and that

of work colleagues, visitors and patients within the hospital, in addition to any specific risk

management or clinical governance accountabilities associated with this post.

To be responsible, with management support, for their own personal development and to

actively contribute to the development of colleagues

To observe the rules, policies, procedures and standards of ASPH Foundation Trust together

with all relevant statutory and professional obligations.

To support the department and organisation by carrying out any other duties that reasonably fit within the broad scope of a job of this grade and type of work Person Specification

Attitude, Behaviour and Values

Essential

Always puts patients first Willing and able to take personal responsibility Demonstrates passion for excellence Seeks out and takes opportunities for improving the service offered Takes pride in their work and their team

QUALIFICATIONS AND FURTHER TRAINING

Essential

RSCN/RN Child Diploma level qualification or equivalent, knowledge, skills and competency. Willingness to undertake further personal and professional development

Desirable

PILS/ EPLS HDU

EXPERIENCE

Essential

Managing Admission / discharge planning.

Desirable

IV Medications Day Unit / Outpatient Experience

KNOWLEDGE

Essential

NHS Constitution Trust vision, values, strategic objectives and key work programmes An understanding of Child Safeguarding issues and policies

Desirable

NHS Constitution Trust vision, values and strategic objectives

SKILLS

Essential

Must be able to demonstrate, in relation to people who use Trust and other related services You have knowledge & awareness of diversity and human rights and the competencies appropriate to your role to support their diverse needs and human rights. You are able to communicate effectively with them and with other staff to ensure that their care, treatment and support are not compromised. You have a good understanding of their communication, physical & emotional needs; can identify their individual needs and preferences, their changing needs and recognise and promote their independence. Organising & planning skills.

Desirable

Computer skills

OTHER REQUIREMENTS

Essential

Must be able to demonstrate that you are honest, reliable, trustworthy & treat people who use the services, and colleagues, with respect. Ability to work well under pressure. Adaptable and flexible. Ability to work well within a multidisciplinary team.

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