Specialist Nurse - Learning Disabilities and Autism • London Great Ormond Street Hospital for Children NHS Foundation Trust
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Main duties of the job Provide expert support and advice to the multidisciplinary team in the management of patients with learning disabilities and, or Autism. Ensuring that systems and processes are in place to identify patients with learning disabilities and or Autism and that their pathways of care are reasonably adjusted to meet their needs. Ensuring the availability of a comprehensive range of patient information, designed for patients or parents with learning disabilities and, or Autism. Ensuring that families and carers of patients with learning disabilities and, or Autism are supported, informed, and engaged. Developing and delivering an effective training strategy for Trust staff in relation to learning disabilities and Autism alongside the Practice Educator for learning disabilities and Autism. About us GOSH is committed to recruiting the best person for the job, based solely on their ability and individual merit as measured against the criteria for the role; through a process that is fair, open, consistent and free from bias and discrimination. We are committed to being a diverse and inclusive employer and foster a culture where all staff are valued, respected and acknowledged. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, age, disability status or length of time spent unemployed. We particularly welcome applications from BAME communities, people with disabilities and/or long-term health conditions and LGBT+ community members. We have policies and procedures in place to ensure that all applicants and employees are treated fairly and consistently. We are proud to be accredited as a Disability Confident Employer, a member of Business Disability Forum and a Stonewall Diversity Champion. We have active and Executive supported BAME, LGBT+ and Allies, Disability and Long-Term Health Conditions and Women's staff networks. Staff networks are employee-led groups formed around interests, issues and a common bond or background. Staff network members create a positive and inclusive work environment at Great Ormond Street Hospital by actively contributing to the Trust's mission, values and efforts specific to inclusion. All of our staff networks are open to any employee. Job description Job responsibilities The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience, and knowledge required. For both documents please view the attachment/s below. Job description Job responsibilities The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience, and knowledge required. For both documents please view the attachment/s below. Person Specification GOSH Culture and Values Essential Our Always values Knowledge and understanding of diverse backgrounds and perspectives. Understanding of Diversity and Inclusion challenges in the workplace. Demonstrable contribution to advancing Equality, Diversity and Inclusion in the Workplace Academic/Professional qualification/Training Essential Current registration with the NMC as a Learning Disability or Children's Registered Nurse Evidence of on-going, dynamic continuing professional development within the specialty, linked to demonstrable clinical competencies Student Practice Assessor Possession of a relevant honours degree Desirable Relevant Postgraduate education Experience/Knowledge Essential Sufficient experience at band 5 level or equivalent, including within relevant clinical environment Expert knowledge relevant to the speciality/field or practice Strong knowledge of the Mental Capacity Act (2005) and its application within a Paediatric Hospital Setting Experience of managing clinical incidents Experience of working with children and young people to develop information designed to meet their needs Understanding of professional and current issues in children's nursing, learning disability nursing and healthcare Understanding of resource management, health and safety, clinical risk, and quality issues Knowledge of child protection procedures Knowledge of nurse revalidation requirements Desirable Experience of audit, benchmarking and/or research Understanding of audit and research methodologies Experience of working as a Specialist Nurse Skills/Abilities Essential Excellent relevant clinical skills, specialist skills and abilities for the post Excellent managerial, leadership and organisational skills Excellent communication skills with the ability to communicate effectively with children and young people with a learning disability and or Autism, their families and with colleagues Strong documentation skills Ability to work as part of a wider multi-disciplinary team Ability to problem solve and prioritise tasks based on clinical need. Influencing and negotiating skills Teaching and training skills Understanding of the management of Sensory Processing disorders Ability to triage and manage a varied and complex workflow Demonstrates Compassion in Practice Able to work across professional teams and organisational boundaries Able to work with patients with learning disabilities and or Autism to support a fully inclusive approach to participation in patient involvement and experience events Good I.T. skills Ability to manage and de-escalate conflict situations Experience working clinically within a ward setting Desirable Appraisal and supervision skills Person Specification GOSH Culture and Values Essential Our Always values Knowledge and understanding of diverse backgrounds and perspectives. Understanding of Diversity and Inclusion challenges in the workplace. Demonstrable contribution to advancing Equality, Diversity and Inclusion in the Workplace Academic/Professional qualification/Training Essential Current registration with the NMC as a Learning Disability or Children's Registered Nurse Evidence of on-going, dynamic continuing professional development within the specialty, linked to demonstrable clinical competencies Student Practice Assessor Possession of a relevant honours degree Desirable Relevant Postgraduate education Experience/Knowledge Essential Sufficient experience at band 5 level or equivalent, including within relevant clinical environment Expert knowledge relevant to the speciality/field or practice Strong knowledge of the Mental Capacity Act (2005) and its application within a Paediatric Hospital Setting Experience of managing clinical incidents Experience of working with children and young people to develop information designed to meet their needs Understanding of professional and current issues in children's nursing, learning disability nursing and healthcare Understanding of resource management, health and safety, clinical risk, and quality issues Knowledge of child protection procedures Knowledge of nurse revalidation requirements Desirable Experience of audit, benchmarking and/or research Understanding of audit and research methodologies Experience of working as a Specialist Nurse Skills/Abilities Essential Excellent relevant clinical skills, specialist skills and abilities for the post Excellent managerial, leadership and organisational skills Excellent communication skills with the ability to communicate effectively with children and young people with a learning disability and or Autism, their families and with colleagues Strong documentation skills Ability to work as part of a wider multi-disciplinary team Ability to problem solve and prioritise tasks based on clinical need. Influencing and negotiating skills Teaching and training skills Understanding of the management of Sensory Processing disorders Ability to triage and manage a varied and complex workflow Demonstrates Compassion in Practice Able to work across professional teams and organisational boundaries Able to work with patients with learning disabilities and or Autism to support a fully inclusive approach to participation in patient involvement and experience events Good I.T. skills Ability to manage and de-escalate conflict situations Experience working clinically within a ward setting Desirable Appraisal and supervision skills 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. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the . From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. . UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see Additional information Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the . From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. . UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see Employer details Employer name Great Ormond Street Hospital for Children NHS Foundation Trust Address Great Ormond Street Childrens Hospital Great Ormond Street London WC1N 3JH Employer's website "}