Childrens Nurse Kaleidoscope Palliative Care

Overview

Band 6 Children''s Nurse to join the Kaleidoscope Palliative Care Service in the Inner North West Division, part of the Central London Community Health Trust. You will support the running of the Kaleidoscope Team, caring for children with complex and palliative care needs, and work with the Palliative Care Team, Children’s Community Nursing Service and social care partners to deliver joined-up, holistic support. You will also help recruit, train and develop Kaleidoscope Care Workers, and deputise for the Nurse Specialist to ensure continuity of service.

Role detailsHours: 30 hours per week, flexible Monday–Friday, with occasional evenings and weekends to meet children’s End of Life needs and to support the 24/7 on-call service.

Location: nominal base Westbourne Park, with travel across Kensington and Chelsea, Hammersmith and Fulham, and Westminster.

Responsibilities

Support the running of the Kaleidoscope palliative care team for children with complex and palliative needs, in conjunction with the Kaleidoscope Palliative Care Team, the Children’s Community Nursing Team and Social Services.

Support the recruitment, training and development of Kaleidoscope Care Workers to provide care for children at home in the specified areas.

Work within the Kaleidoscope Palliative Care Team, deputising for the Nurse Specialist to provide continuity of service.

Contribute to service development, staff training and professional governance.

QualificationsEssential

RGN, RSCN, RN(Child)

Registered Nurse with current UK NMC registration

Evidence of post-registration education

Desirable

Teaching qualification

ExperienceEssential

Relevant nursing experience at Band 5

Experience of teaching

Experience of liaising/negotiating with professionals

Experience of managing junior staff

Desirable

Post Registration Community Experience at Band 5 or 6

Experience of working in culturally diverse communities

Skills

Knowledge of the NMC Professional Codes and Standards

Knowledge of Clinical Governance and its implementation

Knowledge of political changes in the profession and NHS

Knowledge of working in culturally diverse communities

Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written

IT skills

About us / Benefits

Comprehensive induction into the community service, followed by a local induction

Car lease scheme (available for Band 5 and above)

Flexible working options

Annual travel card loan

Training, support and development in your career

Pay and contractBand 6, salary £46,419 to £55,046 per annum, inclusive of HCAS (pro rata). Permanent contract. Part-time working pattern.

Additional information

UK Registration: Applicants must have current UK professional registration.

Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check required.

EmployerCentral London Community Health Trust. Address: Medical Centre, 7E Woodfield Road, London, W9 ..... full job details .....