Paediatric Long Term ventilation Nurse Specialist
A Vacancy at University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust.
University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust is delighted to offer a fantastic opportunity to work with us.
Please see below for detailed job description of the role.
Southampton Children's Hospital is looking to recruit a dynamic, enthusiastic Paediatric nurse to join our Paediatric Long Term Ventilation Team.
You will be a core member of the team, involved in all aspects of Long-Term Ventilation including initiation of ventilation (both mask and tracheostomy), outpatient reviews (both in the hospital and community setting), supporting nurse-led clinics as well as educating and training patients, their families and carers.
There will be opportunities to participate in our regional and local LTV study days and potentially present at relevant conferences.This is a small, friendly and inclusive team. We encourage regular clinical supervision and will support with opportunities for ongoing development and leadership experience. The Childrens Hospital has clear and robust pathways for undertaking Master’s level studies and we will actively support you achieving the Physical Assessment and History Taking module at Masters level.
Attached you will find the person specification document which provides more detail about the essential and desirable skills and experience needed for this role. We highly recommend you review this document and use it when completing your application as these criteria are used by hiring managers as guidance during shortlisting.
If this role is of interest we would encourage you to make contact with the team to discuss this exciting opportunity.
As one of the largest acute teaching Trusts in England, we offer learning and development opportunities to help you achieve the career you aspire to.
All non-clinical roles may involve a mixture of on site and remote working, Specific details and flexible working options can be discussed as part of the interview process. UHS employees are able to access a range of NHS discounts, are entitled to a minimum of 35 days paid holiday (pro rata), and we offer a generous pension scheme.
Southampton is an attractive place to live and work situated on the south coast, with an international airport and direct trains to London. The New Forest National Park and beaches of the Jurassic coast are also right on our doorstep. The city offers living costs 20% lower than London and 14 schools rated outstanding by Ofsted.
Specific to this role we are open to discussing flexibility in the hours that you work. Please talk to us at interview about the flexibility you need, and we will explore what’s possible for the role and service.
This role will require you to work autonomously and be confident in your own clinical decision making.Experience in working with paediatric ventilators is essential.
There will be travel involved with the role, therefore access to your own vehicle is essential.
There is the opportunity to work long or short days depending upon your circumstances.
This advert closes on Monday 7 Oct 2024