Job summary We are looking for a Band 7 nurse to join our Family Liaison team on the Paediatric and Neonatal Intensive Care Unit.The Family Liaison Team provides practical and emotional support to parents, carers and other family members as well as to staff on PICU and NICU. They also provide extensive family bereavement support (particularly within the role of Bereavement Key Worker) and follow up care. They work closely with the multidisciplinary team to provide effective nursing leadership, expertise, advice and holistic support to PICU and NICU and ensure the provision of high quality care to babies, children, young people and their families. The Family liaison team also provide specialist advice and education to staff across the Trust in relation to family support during end of life care. Ideally, you will come to us with experience at Band 6 or Band 7 level in ICU with the ability to lead and manage a team. Knowledge of the demands of an ICU are essential as well as an understanding of professional and current issues in children's nursing and healthcare. You will be supported by the PICU and NICU Matron as well as the broader FLN team. There are many opportunities for academic and professional development. For further information, please contact:Annabel Linger - Neonatal Matron Annabel.lingergosh.nhs.ukDeborah Lees - PICU Matron Deborah.Leesgosh.nhs.uk Main duties of the job ? To provide effective nursing leadership, expertise, advice and psychosocial support to families on intensive care to ensure the provision of high quality care to children and families.? To facilitate referral to appropriate support services within the whole psychosocial team.? To act as a designated support resource to children and families and other professionals caring for them.? To provide family bereavement support and follow up care.? To fulfil the role of Bereavement Key Worker for bereaved families, acting as a point of contact, signpost them to services and guide them through the Child Death Review process? To facilitate the development of all staff within the intensive care team in the support offamilies in intensive care.? To promote an innovative and progressive attitude to the continual improvement of patientand family centred care through research and evidence based practice.? To work in close co-operation with and communicate effectively at all levels within the multi-disciplinary team (MDT) and outside agencies.? To contribute to long term patient management and discharge planning.? To supervise and support the volunteers on NICU/PICU. 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. Date posted 14 January 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 7 Salary £54,320 to £60,981 a year Pro rata per annum Contract Permanent Working pattern Part-time Reference number 271-HL-6856745 Job locations GOSH Great Ormond Street Hospital LONDON WC1N 3JH 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. 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 ? Always welcoming ? Always helpful ? Always expert ? Always one team 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 nurse A recognised Intensive Care Course qualification Possession of a relevant honours degree or in the process of obtaining Evidence of on-going, dynamic professional development relating to clinical speciality, linked to demonstrable clinical competencies Assessing and mentoring qualification Desirable Communication course Counselling/conflict mediation course Experience/Knowledge Essential Thorough knowledge relevant to the speciality/department/field of practice Understanding of professional and current issues in children's nursing and healthcare e.g. NSF, NHS PLAN and modernisation agenda, Kennedy Report, Laming Report Understanding Child protection procedures Understanding of Handling clinical incidents and complaints Awareness of equality and diversity Clinical Governance Awareness Demonstrates understanding of the role and fit of the FLN team within the ITU service provision Desirable Previous experience of research and audit Understanding of resource management, health and safety, clinical risk and quality issues Previous experience of change management and problem solving Previous experience of research and audit Experience in relevant clinical field at band 6 level or equivalent. Skills/Abilities Essential Computer literate (word processing, PowerPoint presentation Excellent managerial, leadership and organisational skills Excellent managerial, leadership and organisational skills Ability to problem solve and initiate change Negotiating skills Self-discipline and good management to support periods of lone work Appraisal skills Ability to delegate and prioritise Excellent verbal and written and computer communication and listening skills Ability to work across professional team and organisational boundaries Desirable Excellent neonatal/paediatric skills Person Specification GOSH Culture and Values Essential Our Always values ? Always welcoming ? Always helpful ? Always expert ? Always one team 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 nurse A recognised Intensive Care Course qualification Possession of a relevant honours degree or in the process of obtaining Evidence of on-going, dynamic professional development relating to clinical speciality, linked to demonstrable clinical competencies Assessing and mentoring qualification Desirable Communication course Counselling/conflict mediation course Experience/Knowledge Essential Thorough knowledge relevant to the speciality/department/field of practice Understanding of professional and current issues in children's nursing and healthcare e.g. NSF, NHS PLAN and modernisation agenda, Kennedy Report, Laming Report Understanding Child protection procedures Understanding of Handling clinical incidents and complaints Awareness of equality and diversity Clinical Governance Awareness Demonstrates understanding of the role and fit of the FLN team within the ITU service provision Desirable Previous experience of research and audit Understanding of resource management, health and safety, clinical risk and quality issues Previous experience of change management and problem solving Previous experience of research and audit Experience in relevant clinical field at band 6 level or equivalent. Skills/Abilities Essential Computer literate (word processing, PowerPoint presentation Excellent managerial, leadership and organisational skills Excellent managerial, leadership and organisational skills Ability to problem solve and initiate change Negotiating skills Self-discipline and good management to support periods of lone work Appraisal skills Ability to delegate and prioritise Excellent verbal and written and computer communication and listening skills Ability to work across professional team and organisational boundaries Desirable Excellent neonatal/paediatric skills 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. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). 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. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). 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 Great Ormond Street Hospital for Children NHS Foundation Trust Address GOSH Great Ormond Street Hospital LONDON WC1N 3JH Employer's website https://www.gosh.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)