Community Paediatric Nurse

Reporting to: CQC Operations Manager / Partnerships Manager and Clinical Lead/ Service manager Location: NE and NW, some hybrid working, some office working with occasional travel to regional offices To lead the delivery of high-quality clinical training and competency processes to enable KEYFORT in delivering safe, effective, responsive, caring and well-led support for now and into the future. To deliver training and competency support for community-based nursing support packages for Children with complex and long-term conditions/needs including acquired/traumatic brain injury, neurological conditions, spinal injury, palliative care, tracheostomy, ventilation support, PEG support and catheter care etc. To be responsible for ongoing competencies and training using evidence-based methods which embrace Person-Centred Care, nursing practice models and shared decision making. To provide supervision and observe support staff to ensure the agreed support plan is being achieved and support
routines are being actioned.

To promote and facilitate a progressive learning environment for all KEYFORT services requiring nursing support. To safeguard people at all times. To work alongside all services to develop packages which meet the needs of individual by assessing their support needs, as well as identifying and agreeing support goals and care plans with people we support, their next of kin, commissioners and other professionals. To manage a nursing caseload within the North East region, identifying and delivering the appropriate support plans.

Main duties 1. Clinical To act as an effective role model within KEYFORT. To work within the NMC Code of Professional Conduct. To adhere to CQC Key Lines of Enquiry at all times.

To work alongside the training department and senior managers to assess, plan, implement and evaluate clinical training delivery across Childrens Services. To support in overseeing the delivery of clinical support activities such as; advanced medication, PEG care, ventilator care, tracheostomy care, catheter care, skin care, bowel therapy and any future training needs which are identified as clinical. To work in partnership with the Training department to identify training needs and identify solutions. To provide supervision, support, guidance and training to members of office staff and support staff delivering care when identified under the clinical nursing remit.

To communicate clearly and effectively with all, at all times using a variety of methods. To be responsible for maintaining own professional registration and revalidation by identifying opportunities which meet clinical needs. To develop strong relationships with nursing colleagues at KEYFORT and externally to identify practices and work in a solution focused way. 2.

Support Provision If identified, to carry a caseload of people we support who require nursing-based needs. To safeguard people receiving support at all times and always act in their best interests. When required, to support the initial assessment process of new referrals to KEYFORT To develop professional supportive relationships with people we support and their next of kin from the initial meeting and throughout their time with KEYFORT. Ensuring that training is tailored to meet their individual requirements.

To create and evaluate nursing care plans for support workers to follow and implement. To carry out risk assessments of support tasks and support needs, identifying steps to take to minimise and manage identified risks. When required, to take part in the identification and/or recruitment of support staff based on persons needs and preferences. To arrange, attend and facilitate team meetings, multi-disciplinary team meetings and review meetings when clinical nursing needs are identified.

To ensure the CQC Operations Manager, Service Manager and Partnerships Manager are kept up to date on delivery, achievements, concerns or issues within the role. 3. Training To lead in the provision of clinical skills training across the organisation within identified areas including; PEG care, ventilator care, tracheostomy care, catheter care, skin care, bowel therapy and any future training needs which are identified as clinical. To ensure a quality learning environment for your delegates which meets their learning styles.

To undertake training needs analysis which support the delivery of services including the structures of how training will be delivered. To develop a directory of learning materials which can be used by supporting staff. To develop appropriate evaluation methods of training to determine the effectiveness of the delivered education. To ensure all new support staff are deemed competent prior to lone working within remit of nursing practices.

To lead in identifying staff requiring staff refreshers and proactively provide the training needed in the most effective methods identified. To support the delivery of training to staff in individual support needs, in partnership with the training team. 4. Administrative Tasks To work using Microsoft Office 365 across major applications such as Word, Excel and PowerPoint.

To also be competent in the use of KEYFORT online software in the monitoring of training/competencies through the creation of reports. To be able to write comprehensive care plans and risk assessments when requested. To develop, maintain, train others and update files including; Office File, Home File and Medication File. To keep written minutes of all meetings attended such as; team meeting, multi-disciplinary team and review meetings.

To ensure meeting minutes are distributed to the appropriate people. To complete relevant required forms and reports such as incident forms, timesheets, annual leave forms etc. To maintain open and accurate communication with all including people we support and their next of kin, support staff, management teams, commissioners, external professionals. 5.

General Duties To contribute to case review and team meetings, by providing updates on the delivery of training and competencies. To contribute to the development of the Childrens services by identifying best practice ways of working. To manage, record and report incidents and accidents. To undertake any other duties and training as directed to do so in order to meet the requirements of the role.

To act in a professional manner at all times and promote the companys high-quality reputation and integrity. To uphold KEYFORT values during all work undertaken; Respect, Quality, Positivity, Individualist, Sustainability and Team Spirit. To build strong rapports with external professionals in the development of clinical training. To support KEYFORT services with the delivery of nursing support in the event of emergency scenarios.

1. To have an open-minded approach and be flexible, adaptive and considerate of needs at all times. 2. To adhere at all times to KEYFORTs confidentiality requirements in relation to people we support and staff.

3. To be responsible for your own transport arrangements for accessing your designated place of work, inclusive of necessary insurance, MOT and tax. 4. To maintain professionalism at all times, being respectful of people we support, families and any associated professionals.

5. To work in an anti-discriminatory manner mindful of the lifestyle, values, customs and spiritual beliefs of the people we support. 6. To undertake any other duties and training as directed to do so in order to meet the requirements of the role.