Senior Staff Nurse

Great Ormond Street Hospital For Children Nhs Foundation Trust; England; On-site; GBP 48,000 - 57,000; Full time

Job summary

Great Ormond Street Hospital For Children NHS Foundation Trust in the UK is seeking two Band 6 Senior Staff Nurses to join the Gastroenterology Investigation Unit (GIU). The roles are full-time, fixed-term for 12 months, based in the GIU, and involve leading and supporting endoscopy and related investigations for children and young people.

Ideal candidates will be experienced in paediatric nursing with a strong commitment to family-centred care, teamwork, and ongoing professional development.

Qualifications

• NMC Registered Nurse (appropriate to clinical specialty).
• Relevant nursing qualification.
• Evidence of ongoing professional development relating to clinical specialty.
• Knowledge and understanding of diverse backgrounds and perspectives.
• Experience of working with acute/chronically sick children or transferable skills.
• Understanding of safeguarding issues according to Trust policies and procedures.
• Understanding of professional and current issues in children's nursing.
• Ability to plan and prioritise care for patients.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent numeracy skills.
• Good time management and teaching skills.
• Ability to work well in a team and on own initiative.
• Ability to delegate tasks as appropriate.
• Demonstrates Compassion in practice.

Responsibilities

• To support and lead as NIC on the gastro Suite.
• To run an endoscopy list and support the medical team in procedures for patients with IBD, Motility, Nutrition, etc.
• To learn how to set up and manage other day investigations on the unit (impedances, video capsule endoscopy, motility tests).
• To work well in the MDT and communicate effectively.
• To liaise with families to advise on admissions and pre-admission checklists.

Job description

Job summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen for two Band 6 Senior Staff Nurses to join the team in the Gastroenterology Investigation Unit (GIU).

Full Time 12 month Fixed Term

The gastroenterology department at GOSH is one of the UK's leading centres of excellence in treating complex diseases affecting the gut and other associated organs. Working in the GIU you will be part of a team dedicated to performing and analysing the investigations that the children and young people require.

Main duties of the job

• To support and lead as NIC on the gastro Suite.
• To be able to run an endoscopy list and correctly support the medical team in their procedures related to patients with IBD, Motility, Nutrition etc.
• To learn how to set up and manage other day investigations on the unit, impedances, Video capsule endoscopy as well as motility tests.
• To work well in the MDT and communicate effectively.
• To liaise with families to advise on what to expect on admissions and pre-admission checklist.

About us

We are committed to recruiting the best person for the job through a fair, open and consistent process that is free from bias and discrimination.

We are working towards becoming an anti-racist organisation. This means creating a workplace where every colleague feels seen, heard and valued, and where racism in any form has no place. Our anti-racism commitment is backed by action through our Anti-Racism Statement and action plan, developed in collaboration with our REACH staff network.

We actively challenge discrimination, dismantle barriers and embed equity across all aspects of our workforce, including recruitment, progression and development. All applicants will receive equal consideration regardless of race, ethnicity, nationality, religion or belief, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, health condition or employment history.

We particularly welcome applications from ethnically diverse communities, people with disabilities or long-term health conditions, and LGBTQ+ community members. We are proud to be a Disability Confident Employer, a member of the Business Disability Forum, and a Stonewall Diversity Champion.

Our staff networks, including REACH, PRIDE, ENABLED and Women's Networks, are active and executive supported. These employee-led networks play a vital role in shaping an inclusive culture at GOSH and are open to all colleagues.

Together, we are building a culture where inclusion is not optional - it is essential.

Details

Pay scheme: Agenda for change
Band: Band 6
Salary: £47,951 to £56,863 a year per annum inclusive
Contract: Fixed term, 12 months
Working pattern: Full-time
Reference number: 271-BBM-7957385-B

Essential criteria

• GOSH values
• Experience of working as part of a diverse team.
• Experience of contributing to an inclusive workplace culture.
• NMC Registered Nurse (appropriate to clinical speciality)
• Relevant nursing qualification
• Evidence of ongoing professional development relating to clinical speciality
• Knowledge and understanding of diverse backgrounds and perspectives.
• Experience of having worked with acute/chronically sick children or specialised transferable skills
• Understanding of professional and current issues in children's nursing
• Understanding of Diversity and Inclusion challenges in the workplace
• Understanding of the importance of research and evidence-based practice
• Demonstrable contribution to advancing Equality, Diversity and Inclusion in the Workplace
• Basic knowledge of computer skills
• Understating or evidence of fulfilling requirements for Revalidation
• Understanding of safeguarding issues according to Trust policies and procedures
• Understanding of principles of clinical governance (e.g. risk management, audit, quality)
• Ability to plan and prioritise care for patients
• Committed to family centred care
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent numeracy skills
• Good time management and teaching skills
• Ability to work well both in a team and on own initiative
• Ability to delegate tasks as appropriate
• Demonstrates Compassion in practice

Desirable criteria

• Assessor or practice supervisor qualification/experience
• Understanding of nursing practice and innovation outside of GOSH
• Knowledge of clinical incidents and complaints and reporting
• Previous experience in the relevant specialty of post (preferably in an NHS setting)
• Administration of IV drugs
• Central venous access management

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and requires a Disclosure and Barring Service check. Applications from job seekers requiring Skilled Worker sponsorship are welcome. Applicants must hold current UK professional registration.