Infectious Diseases

4 weeks ago

London, United Kingdom Great Ormond Street Hospital for Children NHS Foundation Trust Full time

Job summary

ID CNS Band 7Specialist Infectious Diseases Service

Are you a children's nurse who really wants to make a difference? Are you seeking a role that is rewarding, autonomous and makes a real impact on families affected by a infectious disorders and diseases? Then look no further.

We are looking for a dynamic, enthusiastic children's nurse with experience of working with children, young people and families living with acute or chronic diseases to take up the post of Band 7 Clinical nurse Specialist in infectious diseases. Experience of working across acute/community care would be beneficial but not essential. It is not anticipated that the successful candidate will have knowledge or experience of ID and full educational and developmental opportunities will be given within the role.

If you join our team of specialist nurses you will be working as part of a small established multi-disciplinary team. There will be exciting opportunities to participate in pioneering research, audit and to attend relevant conferences. The post will also provide opportunities to develop your communication, teaching and liaison skills.

Main duties of the job

The post holder will be working as part of the Infectious Diseases (ID) Clinical Nurse Specialists (CNS) team and will provide cross cover to the ID Clinical Nurse Specialists. The post holder will be required to work across all aspects of the ID subspecialties mainly consisting of Hepatitis, TB, HIV, Congenital CMV infections, patients with Kawasaki's disease as well as children presenting with Covid-19 and PIMS-TS. There will be the opportunity to be involved in research, audit and project work. This post will provide support to the ID in-patients and outpatient's service.

Why we need you:

To act as a resource for specialised advice and support for patients and families affected by all types of infectious diseases To provide continuity for patients and advocating for them to promote access to treatment and proactive management of problems that arise To co-o-ordinate the care for children at GOSH for out patient appointments and ward admissions To provide information and education to local healthcare staff including Community Paediatric Nurses, Health Visitors, GP's Social Workers and Genetic Counsellors To help train nurses and other healthcare professionals in a local setting so that they may help families with day-to-day management To provide information and being a point of contact for nurseries, schools and colleges and offering visits to give advice on care and management of infectious diseases

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 Relevant Degree Evidence of ongoing, dynamic continuing professional development within the specialty, linked to demonstrable clinical competencies

Experience/Knowledge

Essential

Sufficient experience at band 6 level or equivalent, including within relevant clinical environment Experience of leading and managing a team Previous experience of audit and research Previous experience of change management and problem solving Experience of Handling clinical incidents and complaints Demonstrates Compassion in Practice Expert Knowledge relevant to the speciality field or practice Understanding of professional and current issues in children's nursing and healthcare, Laming Report, Francis report, CNO's vision for Compassion In practice Understanding of resource management, health and safety, clinical risk and quality Demonstrates knowledge of safeguarding procedures

Desirable

Previous CNS Experience

Skills/Abilities

Essential

Excellent Relevant Clinical Skills Expert Specialist skills and abilities for the post Excellent managerial, leadership and organisational skills Able to motivate and develop a mutli professional team Able to problem solve and initiate change Negotiating skills Self-discipline and good time management to support periods of lone working. Interviewing and Appraisal skills Ability to delegate and prioritise Excellent Verbal and Written Skills Excellent Communication and Listening skills Excellent teaching, training and preceptorship skills Able to work across professional team and organizational boundaries Administration of IV drugs Computer literate (word processing, PowerPoint presentation) Ability to initiate, manage and sustain change Flexible Approach to work Ability to work as an integral part of the multidisciplinary team

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