Senior Staff Nurse, Sheffield

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Full time
Location: Sheffield
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Job offered by: TN United Kingdom
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Sheffield Children’s NHS Foundation Trust Location:

Sheffield, United Kingdom Job Category:

Other EU work permit required:

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22.01.2025 Expiry Date:

08.03.2025 Job Description:

Job summary An exciting opportunity has arisen for Paediatric Nurse/s with experience in Oncology and Haematology to work on our unit. We are looking for experienced nurses who are ready to progress and increase their knowledge and skills in Haematology and Oncology. This vacancy is on the Haematology and Oncology unit and is a development rotation post. It will consist of 7 months on Ward 6, 4 months in day care and 1 month with speciality nurses. We encourage an eagerness to develop your clinical skills and have a dedicated Clinical Educator to guide and support your development. We are looking for nurses who are experienced in paediatric oncology and haematology, with excellent clinical, organisational and communication skills. The unit comprises a 16 bedded in patient facility, 9 bedded Day Care Unit and a very busy dedicated out patient's clinic area. The thriving multi-disciplinary team includes a Bone Marrow Transplant and Apheresis Team, Paediatric Oncology Outreach Team, Late Effects Service, Haemophilia and Non Malignant Haematology Service. Main duties of the job To take charge of the ward, allocate patients and manage day-to-day coordinator tasks To co-ordinate and provide skilled nursing care to patients, in accordance with responsibilities under the NMC Code of Conduct. Act as an advocate for patients. To plan, implement and evaluate nursing care for an allocated patient group, in consideration of individual need, using prioritisation and delegation skills. To assist the Ward Manager in managing and developing the Ward/Department. To work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team, internal and external to the organisation, to facilitate holistic seamless care delivery for all Trust patients. To give leadership to junior staff and manage the Ward/Unit in the absence of the ward manager. To support the ward manager in their role and participate in managing the ward, staff and resources, to maintain standards within the clinical governance agenda. To represent the ward manager at relevant meetings and forums. To deputise for the ward manager when required and act as role model and leader to other junior staff. About us At Sheffield Children's, our purpose is clear: to provide healthier futures for children and young people. Our three strategic aims are: Brilliant Place to work Leaders in Children's Health We work with local, regional, and national partners to provide physical and mental healthcare across acute and community settings. Many of our clinicians are amongst the best in their field, recognised nationally and internationally for their expertise. As well as having enormous pride in what we do, we are a friendly, welcoming, and motivated NHS Trust who are guided by our CARE values: Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence. Our nearly 4000 colleagues live these values, ensuring kind and compassionate care that makes patients and their families feel safe and at home. As we approach our 150th anniversary in 2026, we remain committed to enhancing our reputation in children's health leadership, improving the experiences of both patient and colleagues, and focusing on our communities and population health. Sheffield Children's provides great benefits to support your wellbeing, with excellent annual leave and pension schemes, health programmes, and exclusive discounts--helping you succeed at work and beyond. Diversity Statement At Sheffield Children's, we are committed to creating an inclusive environment that celebrates diversity and supports everyone’s success. We prioritise Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion in our recruitment practices, creating a welcoming space for people of all backgrounds, including ethnic minorities, individuals with disabilities, and LGBTQ+ members. Recognising that inclusivity is an ongoing effort, we review our processes and welcome feedback to enhance our practices. A diverse team strengthens our organisation and the quality of care we deliver. Qualifications and Training Essential Degree or Diploma Level Education as Registered Nurse (RN Child, RNLD or RSCN) Willingness to undertake speciality specific training Teaching, Mentoring and Assessors qualification Current registration with NMC Desirable Willingness to undertake study at degree level Relevant Post Basic registration Course Experience Essential Substantial staffing experience within paediatrics and evidence of competencies achieved Mentoring experience with nursing students and one-to-one teaching of junior staff Ability to demonstrate a commitment to professional development Desirable Staffing experience within speciality Relevant project work Understanding of budgetary or resource management Risk Assessment training Knowledge and Skills Essential Role of Senior Staff Nurse and ability to work within and lead a team Understanding of the clinical governance agenda Experience of undertaking the audit process Health, Safety and Risk awareness Awareness of resource management Health & Safety Safe Practices Moving and Handling, Sharps, COSHH, Information Governance Responsibility for safe practices of Infection Control principles Principles of Safeguarding of children & training to Level 3 Desirable Experience in Nursing Speciality of ward or department Able to demonstrate involvement and understanding of the Research process Current certificates to show relevant study and e-learning Personal Attributes Essential Effective verbal and written communication skills Ability to respect the cultural, social and religious diversity within society Able to use own initiative and good decision making skills Effective interpersonal skills Paediatric Life Support training Desirable E/ training Enhanced clinical skills such as accessing totally implanted central venous access devices, blood sampling from central lines

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