Sheffield Children’s NHS Foundation Trust
Embrace is a specialist, round-the-clock transport service dedicated to the safe transfer of critically ill infants and children in Yorkshire and the Humber. Our team provides essential care for those requiring transfer to another hospital within the region or further afield.
You will help deliver expert clinical care to critically ill infants and children. You will provide nursing care and act as a role model in clinical excellence while contributing to the development and management of the service.
About You
* Registered Nurse (Part 1, 8, or 15 of the NMC register) or hold ODP registration.
* Clinical experience in a neonatal/paediatric critical care environment, including a relevant critical care course.
* Experience in teaching, clinical supervision, and managerial responsibilities.
This is a dynamic and fulfilling role for an experienced healthcare professional who is dedicated to providing the best care for critically ill children. Apply today!
Main duties of the job
* Plan and implement nursing care to ensure the highest standards of quality and safety.
* Assist the team in managing the Neonatal and Paediatric Critical Care Transport Service.
* Ensure the needs of the neonate, child, parents, and significant others are met during transfer.
* Undertake projects related to research, audit, and professional development in specialist areas.
* Provide clinical supervision to other team members, promoting a supportive and educational environment.
About us
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.
Job 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.
Person Specification
Qualifications
* Part 1, 8 or 15 of the NMC register/ODP registration
* Evidence of ongoing dynamic continuing professional development within the speciality linked to demonstrable clinical competencies
* Basic and Advanced life support
* Possession of a relevant degree or in the process of obtaining
Experience
* Up to date clinical experience within a neonatal/paediatric critical care area and be in position of a relevant critical care course
* Experience of coordinating and managing patient care
* Teaching, clinical supervision and managerial experience
* Member of national specialty forum
* Previous experience of research, audit and benchmarking
* Experience of handling clinical incidents and complaints
* Previous experience of change management and problem solving
Knowledge
* Excellent paediatric / neonatal clinical skills
* Relevant specialist skills and abilities
* Excellent verbal and written communication skills
* Effective teaching, training and preceptorship skills
* Able to work across professional team and organizational boundaries
* Ability to delegate and prioritise
* Administration of IV drugs
* Excellent specialty knowledge
* Understanding of professional and current issues in children's nursing
* Understanding of resource management, health and safety, clinical risk and quality issues
* Child protection procedures
* Handling clinical incidents and complaints
* Basic knowledge of computers
* Understanding of audit and research methodologies
* Effective managerial, leadership and organizational skills
Personal Attributes
* A flexible approach to work
* Effective time management
* Evidence of fulfilling Revalidation
* Committed to providing excellent Family Centred Care
* Motivated, enthusiastic and committed to the specialty
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.
Address
Unit 7 Capitol Close, Capitol Business Park
Salary
£37,338 to £44,962 a year, pro rata
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time, Part-time
Reference number
425-25-7091593
Job locations
Unit 7 Capitol Close, Capitol Business Park
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