Staff Nurse
2 weeks ago
Job summary
Staff Nurse - Special Schools - Full Time - Term Time Only
We are looking for an enthusiastic individual who has experience in community paediatric nursing, children's continence and working in a special school.
The School Nursing Team deliver health care to children with complex health needs attending Greenmead School in Wandsworth. They are responsible for undertaking health assessments, completing and updating care plans, managing emergency situations and providing training for education staff. They complete reports and attend child protection conferences.
The successful applicant will have the ability to work collaboratively with other health professionals and school staff to support and empower children, young people and their families to improve health and give every child and young person the opportunity to develop their full potential.
Main duties of the job
The Specialist Schools Nursing Team delivery health care to children and young people with complex health needs aged 3-19 attending school. They are responsible for undertaking health assessments, completing and updating care plans, managing emergency situations and providing training for school staff.
The post holder will ensure that high quality nursing care is delivered within Greenmead Primary Special School across two campuses.
The post holder will work collaboratively with other professionals involved in the care of children and young people including therapists, educational staff, school nursing and Social Services to support and empower children, young people and their families, improve health and give every child and young person the opportunity to develop their full potential.
About us
Sutton Health and Care (SHC) was an innovative joint venture between local partner health and social care organisations, which sees community services fully integrated to support the delivery of a new model of care for the people of Sutton. Hosted by ESTH, the model ensures the breaking down of traditional organisational barriers to enable the provision of care that is wrapped around the patient.
We pride ourselves in having a highly dedicated team and offer a stimulating and dynamic working environment with a wide range of staff benefits and development opportunities. We are looking for employees who aspire to excellence, share our vision and values and can play a crucial role in our ongoing achievements.
Job description
Job responsibilities
General Duties
Ensure that all areas of practice adhere to all current NMC guidance
Ensure high standards of nursing care are delivered at all times by supporting regular monitoring and evaluating client outcomes
Safely administer prescribed medications, monitor their effects and report all medication errors
Ensure due regard is given to the customs, values and spiritual beliefs of patients and colleagues and that equal opportunities are practiced
Take a proactive role in maintaining effective communication with all disciplines, children, young people and families
Maintain accurate and contemporaneous manual and electronic records in all aspects of care provision to promote continuity and partnership, in line with SHC policies and NMC Record Keeping Guidelines
Ensure that all complaints are listened to and that issues identified are addressed appropriately
Use reflective practice as a method of ensuring that appropriate effective nursing care is delivered
Report incidents and near misses promptly and appropriately
Promote a professional image at all times and be accountable for own clinical practice
Ensure that nursing care is client focused and that client privacy and dignity is maintained at all times.
Clinical Responsibilities
Work in partnership with the multidisciplinary team to ensure the health needs of the children and young people are met
Carry out clinical care interventions daily for children and young people with healthcare needs in the special school/nursery setting
Participate in teaching nursing and support staff as delegated by the senior staff nurses/Clinical Service Lead
Promote the mental, physical and emotional health of children and young people with physical and learning disabilities liaising with parents/carers, teachers and the multidisciplinary team
Contribute to and undertake health assessments to identify the health needs of individual children, implementing and evaluating programmes of care, referring as necessary to other professionals
Work with parents and specialist teams to assist in the creation and delivery of care plans and risk assessments for pupils with complex health needs and long term conditions
Follow the SHC Services and PAN London Safeguarding Childrens Board procedures to safeguard children. Provide reports and attend safeguarding meetings as required
Identify risks when delivering care within the service, reporting these to the senior staff nurses/Clinical Service Lead
Contribute to the delivery and evaluation of the health promotion programmes within the school
Support senior colleagues in planning and providing appropriate learning experiences for students. Act as a Supervisor and Mentor for student nurses on placement in the school
Utilise research findings and evidence based practice to inform clinical decision-making
Participate in any clinical audit programmes and the evaluation of own practice within the clinical area.
Person Specification
Education and Qualifications
Essential
NMC Registered Nurse (adult, child or learning disability) Diploma in nursing/Degree
Desirable
Mentorship qualification
Experience
Essential
Experience in working with special needs children and young people Experience of multidisciplinary team working Experience in managing the needs of complex children and young people
Desirable
Previous experience of working in a special school/community setting Previou experience of working with children and young people with severe profound learning disabilities and complex health needs
Skills and Abilities
Essential
Holistic assessment skills Effective clinical skills Clinical reasoning skills Knowledge of current clinical and professional nursing issues in relation to special needs nursing Excellent communication and interpersonal skills Excellent written skills Ability to work as part of a busy health team, prioritising workload and maintaining high standards at all times Ability to manage sensitive information and maintain confidentiality Ability to have complex and challenging conversations Clear understanding of current national and local agenda Ability to demonstrate evidence based clinical practice Ability to maintain professionalism and work within professional boundaries Ability to document concise and accurate clinical records and write accurate clinical reports Knowledge of child protection policies and procedures Basic IT skills including the use of MS Office, email and internet
Desirable
Knowledge and experience of clinical audit and clinical governance Knowledge of specialist communication skills signing/core boards etc Previous use of electronic records EMIS
Personal Attributes
Essential
Commitment to working as part of a team Flexible, enthusiastic and able to use initiative Ability to motivate others Recognise individual rights in line with legislation, policy and procedures Receptive to change and able to adapt positively A 'can do' attitude Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
Other Relevant Requirements
Essential
Ability to work flexibly in order to meet the needs of the service Ability to work alone and as part of a team
Desirable
Experience of team management Car driver with full valid driving licence and access to a vehicle insured for business purposes-
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