Clinical Nurse

at  Sheffield Childrens NHS Foundation Trust

Ruby lodge
As part of this unique provision we are seeking to appoint a motivated and enthusiastic band 5 RNLD/RMN, with experience and knowledge of people with a Learning Disability to join our Tier 4 CAMHS service on Ruby lodge.
Ruby Lodge is a seven bedded inpatient assessment ward for children and young people aged 8-17 who have a primary diagnosis of a Learning Disability and are also experiencing an associated Mental Health presentation.
As part of the team you will use your nursing skills and experience to inform the holistic assessment of young people in our care.
The multidisciplinary team on the lodge consists of professionals from Psychiatry, Psychology, SaLT, Teaching and Social Work. On site there are a number of different professionals we can access on a needs led basis including Dieticians and Family, Drama and Art Therapy. We also have access to other services across the trust including visiting Paediatricians.
We are fully committed to multi-agency working across the country covering a national remit for assessment. We strive to provide high quality care for patients, families and stakeholders as well as providing clinical development for staff.
Your main duties as a Nurse at Ruby Lodge are;
Shift coordination.
Medication administration and monitoring.
Following the nursing process to complete a full assessment of need, including working with the young person’s family, carers and wider support network.
Developing robust plans of care.
Risk assessment/risk management.
Writing reports for and attendance at a range of meetings.
Understanding of the MHA and its application in practice.
Working to reduce restrictive practice on the lodge.
Understanding and support in developing Positive Behaviour Support (PBS) plans in conjunction with the MDT.
Supervision of band 4 Nursing Associates and band 3 support workers.
Sheffield Children’s is one of three independent, specialist paediatric hospitals in the country, providing dedicated healthcare for children and young people across community, mental health and acute specialist settings.
We have three overarching aims that set the direction for the Trust in our vision “to create a healthier future for children and young people.”
Outstanding patient care
Brilliant place to work
Leader in children’s health
Our commitment to rewarding colleagues is demonstrated through our brilliant reward and benefits offer including; generous annual leave entitlement and pension scheme and access to salary sacrifice schemes such as cycle to work and lease cars.
We are committed to supporting colleagues from different heritages and lifestyles while at work. This is supported through the offer we have in place for flexible working and the three equality network groups we have in place. Colleagues are encouraged to join these groups and request flexible working.
For more information please refer to the Job Description and Person Specification attached to this advert.
Inclusive Recruitment & Selection
We offer encouragement and active support to applicants with additional needs, including those from ethnic minorities, with disabilities and members of the LGBTQ+ community. If you wish to adjust any aspect of the recruitment process or wish to find out more about our recruitment & selection processes, please get in touch with our Recruitment Manager: Catherine.Gilbert7@nhs.net
We are currently reviewing our recruitment & selection process and are looking to make our job adverts more inclusive. This will support the long-term aim of Sheffield Children’s being a champion of Equality, Diversity and Inclusion. If you have any ideas in how we can make our recruitment & selection process more inclusive, please get in touch with Catherine Gilbert at Catherine.Gilbert7@nhs.net
Trust Values

The Trust is committed to providing great quality patient care and keep children, young people and families at the heart of what we do by following our CARE values:

• Compassion – leading by kindness and showing empathy, understanding and respect
• Accountability – striving to do the right thing and owning responsibility
• Respect – value differences, tackling inequality and fostering a culture of inclusion
• Excellence – delivering a high-quality standard of care

Please refer the Job description for details