Job summary At Naomi House & Jacksplace we are embracing the changing world of palliative care for children and young adults and developing new ways of working, so we are looking for a variety of forward-thinking and motivated staff to join the team. As a registered paediatric nurse you will be a professional role model and ensure the provision of high standards of care to all children, young people and their families accessing our services. You will lead the care team on a daily basis coordinating care across both hospices. You will have up to date clinical skills, including invasive and non-invasive respiratory support; IV and central line management; and experience of nursing care at end of life. Good interpersonal skills are also important and a desire to develop your skills in leadership and staff management. Day/night/flexible contracts available. We are currently unable to support any applications for sponsorship from candidates residing outside of the UK Main duties of the job You will have up to date clinical skills, including invasive and non-invasive respiratory support; IV and central line management; and experience of nursing care at end of life. Good interpersonal skills are also important and a desire to develop your skills in leadership and staff management. About us We offer a comprehensive induction and training programme, 28 days holiday, pension (continuation in the NHS for those already contributing to it), free parking, and a modern and pleasant work environment. Successful applicants in all roles will be required to apply for an Enhanced Disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service and be subject to Occupational Health Clearance. Informal visits welcome. Date posted 24 October 2024 Pay scheme Other Salary £36,748 to £47,247 a year Plus unsociable hours payments, retention package of £5,000 Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time, Part-time Reference number B0108-24-0053 Job locations Stockbridge Road Sutton Scotney Hampshire SO21 3JE Job description Job responsibilities The post holder will provide leadership and management of the care team to ensure effective delivery of care for children and young people with life limiting and life threatening conditions across both Naomi House and Jacksplace. Key Responsibilities: To lead the provision of a very high standard of care and support for all children, young people and their families attending Naomi House and Jacksplace. To provide clinical leadership to staff at Naomi House and Jacksplace over a shift period. To liaise fully with the Clinical Team Leaders/Care Managers and other Site Co-ordinators. To support the Clinical Team Leader in the line management, development and support of a team of nurses and carers. Managerial Responsibilities To lead and coordinate the day-to-day provision of care to the children, young people and their families in both houses on any clinical shift. To be responsible for ensuring an holistic assessment is completed for all children and young people to enable up to date care plans incorporating all necessary risk assessments. To allocate staff appropriately on each shift to ensure effective use of resources. To ensure excellent and timely communication with the Clinical Team Leader in house or on call and to escalate any concerns appropriately. To line manage staff as delegated by the Clinical Team Leader, participating in appraisals and day to day staff management. To provide support and supervision to staff and students in the care team, across both hospice settings. To work in partnership with the hospice multidisciplinary team as well as any other agencies involved in the care, to ensure the delivery of seamless services. To maintain an up to date knowledge of organisational policies and ensure that these are adhered to across all areas of work with children, young people and families. To assist in promoting the economic, efficient and equitable use of resources. To ensure that Health and Safety requirements are met and that risks to service users and staff are assessed and action taken to minimise these. Clinical Responsibilities To deliver a high standard of individualised holistic care and support to children, young people and their families, promoting empowerment, advocacy and partnership. To ensure that clinical documentation is up to date and adheres to record keeping standards. To manage staffing and allocate resources across both hospices according to assessed acuity on each shift. To support the Practice Education team to embed evidence based nursing care. To monitor standards of care, participating in audit and required actions. To maintain agreed governance processes through incident reporting and risk assessment. To communicate effectively with all members of the hospice multidisciplinary team, as well as any other agencies involved in the care and support of referred children and young people. To recognise the need for psychological support and work appropriately alongside the Family Support Team. To maintain an up to date knowledge and awareness of issues around the safeguarding of children and young adults, ensuring effective communication across multidisciplinary agencies and adherence to agreed safeguarding policies. To be aware of the safety needs of children, young adults and families and other staff and to comply with: The Children Act 2004 DoH No Secrets Guidance on developing and implementing multi-agency policies and procedures to protect vulnerable adults from abuse Health and Safety at Work Act 1974 NMC codes and guidelines Personal Responsibilities To be responsible and proactive in personal professional development by: o Maintaining awareness of current developments in palliative care for children, young people and families. o Maintaining clinical skills identified in the Competency Framework. o Ensuring timely revalidation with the NMC All staff are reminded of their responsibility to adhere to Trust and Departmental Infection Protection Policies, including PPE use, cleaning and decontamination of the environment and equipment in order to protect their own health and that of service users, other employees and visitors. Job description Job responsibilities The post holder will provide leadership and management of the care team to ensure effective delivery of care for children and young people with life limiting and life threatening conditions across both Naomi House and Jacksplace. Key Responsibilities: To lead the provision of a very high standard of care and support for all children, young people and their families attending Naomi House and Jacksplace. To provide clinical leadership to staff at Naomi House and Jacksplace over a shift period. To liaise fully with the Clinical Team Leaders/Care Managers and other Site Co-ordinators. To support the Clinical Team Leader in the line management, development and support of a team of nurses and carers. Managerial Responsibilities To lead and coordinate the day-to-day provision of care to the children, young people and their families in both houses on any clinical shift. To be responsible for ensuring an holistic assessment is completed for all children and young people to enable up to date care plans incorporating all necessary risk assessments. To allocate staff appropriately on each shift to ensure effective use of resources. To ensure excellent and timely communication with the Clinical Team Leader in house or on call and to escalate any concerns appropriately. To line manage staff as delegated by the Clinical Team Leader, participating in appraisals and day to day staff management. To provide support and supervision to staff and students in the care team, across both hospice settings. To work in partnership with the hospice multidisciplinary team as well as any other agencies involved in the care, to ensure the delivery of seamless services. To maintain an up to date knowledge of organisational policies and ensure that these are adhered to across all areas of work with children, young people and families. To assist in promoting the economic, efficient and equitable use of resources. To ensure that Health and Safety requirements are met and that risks to service users and staff are assessed and action taken to minimise these. Clinical Responsibilities To deliver a high standard of individualised holistic care and support to children, young people and their families, promoting empowerment, advocacy and partnership. To ensure that clinical documentation is up to date and adheres to record keeping standards. To manage staffing and allocate resources across both hospices according to assessed acuity on each shift. To support the Practice Education team to embed evidence based nursing care. To monitor standards of care, participating in audit and required actions. To maintain agreed governance processes through incident reporting and risk assessment. To communicate effectively with all members of the hospice multidisciplinary team, as well as any other agencies involved in the care and support of referred children and young people. To recognise the need for psychological support and work appropriately alongside the Family Support Team. To maintain an up to date knowledge and awareness of issues around the safeguarding of children and young adults, ensuring effective communication across multidisciplinary agencies and adherence to agreed safeguarding policies. To be aware of the safety needs of children, young adults and families and other staff and to comply with: The Children Act 2004 DoH No Secrets Guidance on developing and implementing multi-agency policies and procedures to protect vulnerable adults from abuse Health and Safety at Work Act 1974 NMC codes and guidelines Personal Responsibilities To be responsible and proactive in personal professional development by: o Maintaining awareness of current developments in palliative care for children, young people and families. o Maintaining clinical skills identified in the Competency Framework. o Ensuring timely revalidation with the NMC All staff are reminded of their responsibility to adhere to Trust and Departmental Infection Protection Policies, including PPE use, cleaning and decontamination of the environment and equipment in order to protect their own health and that of service users, other employees and visitors. Person Specification Qualifications Essential REGISTERED NURSE with valid up to date registration with NMC. Evidence of ongoing professional development. Desirable RSCN/RN Child Education to degree or Masters level Leadership qualification/training Experience Essential Relevant experience of caring for children/young people with highly complex care needs and disability. Experience of holistic assessment and individualised planning of care. Experience of effective collaborative working with professionals from other agencies and disciplines. Experience and good understanding of clinical supervision and reflective practice. Desirable Experience of working with children/young people with palliative care needs. Experience of child protection and vulnerable adult procedures, report writing and conferences. Experience of clinical audit. Person Specification Qualifications Essential REGISTERED NURSE with valid up to date registration with NMC. Evidence of ongoing professional development. Desirable RSCN/RN Child Education to degree or Masters level Leadership qualification/training Experience Essential Relevant experience of caring for children/young people with highly complex care needs and disability. Experience of holistic assessment and individualised planning of care. Experience of effective collaborative working with professionals from other agencies and disciplines. Experience and good understanding of clinical supervision and reflective practice. Desirable Experience of working with children/young people with palliative care needs. Experience of child protection and vulnerable adult procedures, report writing and conferences. Experience of clinical audit. 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 Wessex Children’s Hospice Trust (Naomi House) Address Stockbridge Road Sutton Scotney Hampshire SO21 3JE Employer's website https://www.naomihouse.org.uk (Opens in a new tab)