Clinical Specialist Neurodevelopmental Nurse

Kent Community Health NHS Foundation Trust; Coxheath; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A community health trust is seeking a Clinical Specialist Neurodevelopmental Nurse to provide care and support to children and young people with neurodevelopmental disorders in Coxheath. The role includes conducting assessments, developing care plans, and collaborating with medical staff. Ideal candidates will have relevant clinical experience and a commitment to high standards of patient care. Flexible working arrangements are available.

Benefits

Flexible working arrangements

Commitment to diversity and inclusion

Supportive working environment

Qualifications

• Experience in working with children with neurodevelopmental disorders is essential.
• Knowledge of community health services and pathways.
• Ability to work collaboratively with healthcare professionals.

Responsibilities

• Conduct assessments and develop care plans for children and young people.
• Support diagnostic assessments by medical staff.
• Evaluate services for children affected by neurodevelopmental disorders.

Skills

Assessment and management of children and young people

Understanding neurodevelopmental disorders

Support and advice to families

Education

Registered Nurse qualification

Relevant clinical experience

Job description

The NHS is evolving, with a greater focus on community-based care, making it an excellent time to join us.

We believe in treating the whole person, not just the condition.

We are seeking enthusiastic and adaptable Clinical Specialist Neurodevelopmental Nurse on a permanent basis to join our caring and progressive team in Coxheath.

You will work as part of a close-knit team dedicated to the health and wellbeing of people in Coxheath. Maidstone serves a diverse patient group with complex needs.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Facilitate assessment and management of children and young people referred for assessment, ensuring quality care using Trust policies, guidelines, and care pathways.
2. Support diagnostic assessments undertaken by medical staff.
3. Assess for clinical prioritisation and develop robust care plans.
4. Regularly evaluate services for children/young people affected by neuro-developmental disorders and recommend changes as needed.
5. Provide support, education, and advice to children with neuro-developmental disorders, their families, carers, and collaborating agencies such as CAMHS and Social Services.
6. Work closely with paediatricians and other neuro-developmental nurses, liaising with CAMHS in selected cases.
7. Enhance understanding, knowledge, and management of neurodevelopmental conditions.

Rated ‘outstanding’ by the CQC, we are committed to high standards of patient care and excellent community services. We seek outstanding individuals who share our values: Compassionate, Aspirational, Responsive, Excellent.

We value diversity and believe it improves patient care and staff satisfaction. We encourage applications from people of varied backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences.

We collect data on protected characteristics to promote diversity, ensure equitable access to opportunities, and support our goal of being a Great Place to Work. This information is confidential and used solely for these purposes.

As a flexible working organization, we support arrangements that balance work, personal interests, and family commitments. Discuss flexible options with us.

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For more details or informal visits, contact:
Name: Shamethera Narendran
Job title: Clinical Programme Manager (Community Paediatrics)
Email: [e-mail]