Job summary The post holder will work within the multi-professional team to provide safe and appropriate management of children and young people attending the children's outpatient's department. They will have responsibility for providing specialist nursing skills, knowledge and expertise in the care and management of children and young people and provide leadership to junior colleagues. They will support and deputise for the children's outpatient's manager, assisting with sickness and performance management, and participate in audit, research and the development of the nurse led service. The post holder will be an advocate for children and their families, promoting child focussed, family-centred care. The post holder will act as a role model in the delivery of patient care and support and teach staff contributing to the development of the service. They will identify specific needs in education of patients, relatives and staff and facilitate meeting these requirements while offering an individualised service that respects the many cultural and spiritual backgrounds of our families. Main duties of the job 1. To ensure that their clinical practice, and that of other staff on shift, is of a safe standard and in accordance with Trust policies. 2. Assist with the provision of child centred care that incorporates the needs of children of all ages and stages of development. 3. Lead and develop the nurse led service in the department, actively engaging appropriate patient groups that can be seen in a nurse led capacity. 4. Be able to support clinics, alongside other members of the nursing and consultant team and communicate condition-related information to the child and family. 5. Be able to accurately perform venepuncture, cannulation, patient observations, ECGs and complete relevant competencies to support the wider specialist team for example, be able to support allergy challenges and accurately measure lung function. 6. To facilitate the opportunities for department-based training which is dynamic and meets the educational needs of staff. Please Note the advert may close sooner than the date advertised due to levels of interest, closing of the advert will happen with no notice About us We are committed to promoting diversity and inclusion in our workforce and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, with a special focus on welcoming individuals from disabled, Black, Asian, and Minority Ethnic (BAME) communities, as well as those from our local area. In line with our dedication to employee support, we offer a variety of benefits. For more information, please see the attached staff benefits leaflet. We strive to create a supportive and inclusive workplace where employees feel valued and empowered to excel in their roles. Join us and become part of a team dedicated to making a positive difference in our community. Date posted 26 February 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 6 Salary £37,338 to £44,962 a year per annum Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time Reference number 176-F-6991763 Job locations Hinchingbrooke Hospital Hinchingbrooke Park Road Huntingdon PE29 6NT Job description Job responsibilities Please refer to the job description for a more detailed description of the main responsibilities of this role. Job description Job responsibilities Please refer to the job description for a more detailed description of the main responsibilities of this role. Person Specification Education and Qualifications Essential RCN Evidence of continuing professional development and its application Awareness and implementation of evidence-based guidelines Desirable Leadership or management training Experience Essential Minimum of 2 years working in an acute paediatric setting Awareness and knowledge of safeguarding procedures Experience of paediatric nursing in an outpatient setting Involvement in quality improvement initiatives Key Skills Essential Ability to work as part of a multi-professional team Good communication skills and awareness of professional responsibilities Accurately record and interpret clinical data and investigations Adaptable teaching skills in relation to patients, carers and colleagues Organisational skills applied to self: time management, prioritising own caseload, initiative Ability to co-ordinate and manage patient care Competently perform patient observations, ECGs, cannulation and venepuncture Competent at administering IV and IM medication Evidence of participating in research, audit and quality improvement Other Essential Awareness and respect for colleagues, patients and relatives cultural, religious and emotional needs and beliefs Able to demonstrate behaviours consistent with the Trusts Values Able to act as an advocate for the child and their family Work within professional boundaries and scope of the role Be prepared to work across sites as and when required Person Specification Education and Qualifications Essential RCN Evidence of continuing professional development and its application Awareness and implementation of evidence-based guidelines Desirable Leadership or management training Experience Essential Minimum of 2 years working in an acute paediatric setting Awareness and knowledge of safeguarding procedures Experience of paediatric nursing in an outpatient setting Involvement in quality improvement initiatives Key Skills Essential Ability to work as part of a multi-professional team Good communication skills and awareness of professional responsibilities Accurately record and interpret clinical data and investigations Adaptable teaching skills in relation to patients, carers and colleagues Organisational skills applied to self: time management, prioritising own caseload, initiative Ability to co-ordinate and manage patient care Competently perform patient observations, ECGs, cannulation and venepuncture Competent at administering IV and IM medication Evidence of participating in research, audit and quality improvement Other Essential Awareness and respect for colleagues, patients and relatives cultural, religious and emotional needs and beliefs Able to demonstrate behaviours consistent with the Trusts Values Able to act as an advocate for the child and their family Work within professional boundaries and scope of the role Be prepared to work across sites as and when required Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). Additional information Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). Employer details Employer name North West Anglia NHS Foundation Trust Address Hinchingbrooke Hospital Hinchingbrooke Park Road Huntingdon PE29 6NT Employer's website https://www.nwangliaft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)