BMT Specialist nurse

We are looking for a dynamic and motivated paediatric nurse to join our friendly team. Our progressive Blood and Marrow Transplant Unit carries out over 100 Stem Cell procedures each year and is the largest paediatric centre in the UK. This is a high-profile and exciting role which involves the coordinating the clinical pathway for patients post Bone Marrow Transplant. As a Unit we are committed to your professional development and offer educational opportunities which can be individually structured to include study to degree or Masters Level. We have a team of Nurse Practice Educators who support staff professional development. We have a clear development programme which would provide the foundation for an exciting career in BMT. To be considered for this role you must have current registration with the NMC and excellent CYP clinical skills. This is a challenging and demanding role and we are looking for an individual who is ready for the next move in their career and demonstrates a desire to deliver a positive patient experience. You will need to be enthusiastic and motivated to provide an excellent standard of care to patients & families, have excellent time management skills. The successful applicant will have the support and opportunity to work closely with a team of Clinical and Research Nurse Specialists who lead and manage SCT and CAR-T patients within the Directorate.,

• The post holder will be working as part of the Bone Marrow Transplant Outpatient Nursing Team.
• The role includes re-establishment of responsibility of nursing care at time of discharge
• Liaison with the inpatient CNS team.
• To participate in implementing a plan of care which is regularly assessed and evaluated during the post-transplant period until the family is transferred back to the referring team.
• Coordinating the BMT outpatient clinic including liaison with patients and families and the MDT.
• To act as a resource to families during the BMT episode and help facilitate continuity of care between inpatient and outpatient services.
• To liaise with the community services pre and post-transplant including GP's, Paediatric Community Teams and shared care hospitals.
• To participate in the clinical preparation of families referred to BMT, including assistance with pre BMT investigations and psycho social support.
• Regular clinical day shifts on Fox ward (1x 11.5 shifts per calendar month).
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.

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.