Senior Staff Nurse/ODP (Nurse-led Sedation Unit) - ref. w246303
Job overview
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Band 6 Nurse/ODP, to join the Nurse-led sedation Team in Radiology. We run the ONLY nurse-led sedation unit in the UK, caring for patients from admission through to discharge, working with children of all ages and specialities.Previous sedation experience is not essential and can all be taught in the role.
If you are looking for a change from the daily routine of a ward setting and wanting to develop your acute nursing skills then this may be the role for you! This position would allow for role expansion in areas such as cannulation, venepuncture and thorough telephone patient assessments.The unit is committed to the training and development of staff and each individual is supported by the ANP, CNS and Practice Educator.
The Radiology Department is formed of a small team of nurses, ATP’s and HCA’s that work alongside the larger multi-disciplinary team which includes Radiographers, Radiologists, Anaesthetists, ODP’s, Advanced Nurse Practitioners, Clinical Nurse Specialists and Administration Staff.
Main duties of the job
The Sedation Nurse Practitioners cover a dynamic Radiology Department which includes MRI, CT, Nuclear Medicine, X-ray, Ultrasound and Fluoroscopy. The department images and carries out procedures on children from birth to 18 years of age from all specialities throughout the hospital.
MRI, CT and NM scans require patients to lie incredibly still potentially for a long period of time in order to obtain clear, diagnostic imaging. Due to age and/or condition, not all patients are able to do this naturally and therefore require the help of sedation or a GA.
The families start by receiving a pre-admission phone call prior to their scan date. At the preadmission call, parents will be asked a number of questions by a Sedation Nurse Practitioner to establish how best to obtain the images required.
If the patient is assessed to complete their scan under sedation they will be admitted on the day of their appointment directly to the Radiology Department (Otter). They will be clerked, consented and prescribed for by a Sedation Nurse Practitioner and once the scan is completed and discharge criteria is achieved will be directly discharged from the department.
As well as carrying out scans under sedation we are also able to obtain additional procedures such as LP’s, bloods, botox injections, skin biopsies and EUA’s.
Working for our organisation
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.
Detailed job description and main 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 criteria- 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 criteria- NMC Registered Nurse (Child) or HCPC registered ODP
- Relevant Honours degree and willingness to undertake or be undertaking and MSc in Advanced Nursing Practice
- Attendance on a clinical leadership programme
- Evidence of ongoing professional development relating to clinical speciality
- Basic Life Support
- Assessor or practice supervisor qualification/experience
- APLS/EPLS
- Non-Medical Prescribing qualification or willing to undertake
Experience/Knowledge
Essential criteria- Demonstrates extensive experience within the paediatric setting
- Teaching, supervision, and managerial experience
- Experience of coordinating and managing patient care
- Understanding of professional and current issues in children’s nursing.
- Understanding of resource management, health and safety, clinical risk and quality issues
- Handling safeguarding issues according to Trust policies and procedures
- Understating or evidence of fulfilling PREP requirements for Revalidation
- Awareness of equality and diversity
- Information Technology/Computer literate
- Committed to providing excellent Family Centred Care.
- Previous experience of research and audit
- Previous experience of change management and problem solving
- Experience of handling clinical incidents and complaints
Skills/Abilities
Essential criteria- Excellent paediatric clinical skills
- Relevant specialist skills and abilities for specialty
- Effective managerial, leadership and organizational skills
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Effective teaching, training and preceptorship skills
- Ability to delegate and prioritise
- Administration of IV drugs
- Administering medication under patient group directives
- Able to motivate and develop a team of staff
- Able to problem solve and initiate change
- Able to work across professional team and organizational boundaries
- Phlebotomy and cannulation skills
- Independent Nurse Prescribing
Please be advised that:
The recruitment process for all admin and clerical roles at Bands 2-4 will be a two stage recruitment process whereby shortlisted candidates will undertake an online literacy, numeracy, ICT and typing test. Only those candidates who pass the competency test will proceed to a formal interview.
The closing date given is a guide only. There may be some occasions where we have to close a vacancy once sufficient applications have been received. It is therefore advisable that you submit your application as early as possible to avoid disappointment.
Only those candidates who clearly demonstrate how they meet the person specification criteria for this post will be shortlisted. Please note that where high volumes of applicants have been received, additional criteria may on occasion be used to determine the final shortlist.
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 UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
We are an accredited Living Wage Employer.