Main area Paediatrics Grade NHS AfC: Band 6 Contract 12 months (fixed term) Hours Part time - 22.5 hours per week (Monday to Friday service) Job ref 425-25-7099955
Employer Sheffield Children's NHS Foundation Trust Employer type NHS Site Sheffield Children's NHS Foundation Trust Town Sheffield Salary £37,338 - £44,962 per annum pro rata Salary period Yearly Closing Today at 23:59 Interview date 08/04/2025
Clinical Nurse Specialist - Gastroenterology
NHS AfC: Band 6
Job overview
We are looking for someone to join our paediatric gastroenterology team. As part of the senior nursing team, you will help coordinate the specialist service, ensuring high-quality care for children. You will also provide specialist education to children, families, and the multidisciplinary team, monitor patient conditions, administer treatments, and communicate any changes to the senior specialist nurse or MDT. Additionally, you will contribute to nursing practice development and act as an independent prescriber within your areas of competency.
About You:
* Experienced Staff Nurse
* Previous experience working with patients and families who have chronic conditions
* Enthusiasm to teach and support others
If you’re ready to take on this exciting challenge and make a difference in the lives of children and families, we’d love to hear from you!
Main duties of the job
Reporting into the Matron, your responsibilities will include:
* Attend and coordinate Gastroenterology ward rounds and meetings, supporting nurse-led clinics.
* Lead nurse-led ward rounds and patient reviews.
* Provide pre- and post-operative care, education, and support.
* Manage daily telephone and email support services for patients and families.
* Teach patients, families, and staff on medication management and care.
* Collaborate with the multidisciplinary team (MDT), including community and hospital professionals.
Working for our organisation
At Sheffield Children’s, our purpose is clear: to provide healthier futures for children and young people. Our three strategic aims are:
1. Outstanding Patient Care
2. Brilliant Place to work
3. Leaders in Children’s Health
We work with local, regional, and national partners to provide physical and mental healthcare across acute and community settings. Many of our clinicians are amongst the best in their field, recognised nationally and internationally for their expertise.
As well as having enormous pride in what we do, we are a friendly, welcoming, and motivated NHS Trust who are guided by our CARE values: Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence. Our nearly 4000 colleagues live these values, ensuring kind and compassionate care that makes patients and their families feel safe and at home.
As we approach our 150th anniversary in 2026, we remain committed to enhancing our reputation in children’s health leadership, improving the experiences of both patient and colleagues, and focusing on our communities and population health.
Sheffield Children's provides great benefits to support your wellbeing, with excellent annual leave and pension schemes, health programmes, and exclusive discounts—helping you succeed at work and beyond.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
For more information on the main responsibilities for this post, please refer to the job description and person specification.
Please note that Sheffield Children's uplift pay to meet the Real Living Wage, which is £12.60 per hour.
Diversity Statement
At Sheffield Children’s, we are committed to creating an inclusive environment that celebrates diversity and supports everyone’s success. We prioritise Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion in our recruitment practices, creating a welcoming space for people of all backgrounds, including ethnic minorities, individuals with disabilities, and LGBTQ+ members.
Recognising that inclusivity is an ongoing effort, we review our processes and welcome feedback to enhance our practices. A diverse team strengthens our organisation and the quality of care we deliver. For ideas on how we can improve, please contact our Recruitment Manager at scn-tr.recruitment.team@nhs.net. Together, we’re building a workplace where everyone belongs.
Person specification
Qualifications and Training
* RN Child (RSCN) or equivalent
* 998 or equivalent teaching certificate
* Diploma level post basic nursing qualification in relevant field
* Degree in relevant subject
* Working towards completion of nonmedical prescribing
Experience
* Completed Band 5 co-ordinator competencies (or equivalent)
* Experience of working with the Specialty patient group
* Teaching and mentorship qualification
* Audit / Research experience
* Project or caseload management
Knowledge and Skills
* Speciality aspects
* Health & Safety Safe Practices e.g. Lifting and Handling, Sharps, COSHH
* Current Nursing / Health aspects
* Infection control
* Flexible
* Work independently or part of a team
* Interest in Specialty
* Safeguarding Knowledge
* Up to date on local current practices
* Interest or experience in audit and research
Personal Attributes
* Adaptable to change
* Commitment to: Speciality Self-Development Evolution of nursing practice Management of change
* Willingness to develop skills
Employer certification / accreditation badges
You must have appropriate UK professional registration.
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.
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