Specialist Nurse

As an organisation we recognise the value of a healthy work-life balance.
When applying, speak to us about how we might be able to accommodate flexible working, so your work life fits around your home life.We particularly welcome applications from Black, Asian and minority ethnic candidates as they are under-represented within the Trust.Click on this link to find out about our values https://www.uhbw.nhs.uk/p/about-us/our-trust-values The post includes directing, managing and developing the paediatric audiology service in conjunction with the Head of Paediatric Audiology.
It also includes personnel and financial management and clinical responsibilities in the diagnosis, management and on-going review of hearing loss in babies and children of all ages.The post carries a high level of personal autonomy and managerial and clinical responsibility.
The post requires an extremely high level of scientific knowledge, very high skill levels in performing the diagnostic tests and the ability to communicate well with children, parents and other professionals.
This is particularly the case when imparting the diagnosis of permanent deafness to the parents Establishment of comprehensive working policies that ensure an efficient and quality service is delivered.
Ensuring the effects of increases/changes in activity on the service are identified and appropriate action taken within the Paediatric Audiology department.Ensuring that the clinical and scientific standards of the Paediatric Audiology Service are maintained to nationally recognised standards.Line management responsibilities for the scientific and technical staff within the paediatric audiology service.
This will include assessment of performance, management of annual leave and sickness and any disciplinary and grievance issues.
University Hospitals Bristol and Weston NHS Foundation Trust (UHBW) is one of the largest acute Trusts in the country, bringing together a combined workforce of over 13,000 staff and over 100 different clinical services across 10 different sites, serving a core population of more than 500,000 people across South West England.
UHBW has been rated by the CQC as 'Good' overall and our staff are proud to deliver excellent care to the people of Bristol, Weston and beyond.
As a forward- thinking multi-award winning Trust and a digital exemplar committed to improving patient care, our world-leading research and innovations are having a positive local and global impact.
Our hospitals are spread across Bristol and Weston, join us and you can enjoy the very best of both worlds; city living within a stone's throw of the countryside or beside the seaside, both with easy access to all that the South West has to offer.
UHBW is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults.
As an equal opportunities employer actively working towards a diverse workforce we aim to recruit and retain a workforce which represents the rich diversity of the local population at all levels and are committed to designing our services around the needs of individual patients and those around them.
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For a detailed job description and main responsibilities, please refer to the job description document attached to this vacancy.
Qualifications Essential criteria •MSc in Audiology or equivalent qualification to MSc level•Registered with the HCPC or AHCS Desirable criteria •Leadership/Management Qualification Knowledge and Experience Essential criteria •Highly specialised knowledge of paediatric audiology acquired through a combination of experience and post-graduate/post-registration training such as that obtained through a master's degree/doctorate, equivalent experience/qualification, significant formal training, or research in a paediatric audiology•Experience of developing policies and guidelines•Experience of audit and non-conformity management Desirable criteria •Experience of gaining and/or maintaining IQIPs accreditation•Successful project management experience•Experience of staff line management including appraisal, objective setting and performance management•Experience of budget management, finance and procurement Skills and Abilities Essential criteria •Excellent written, oral and interpersonal and communication skills•Excellent organisational skills•Able to work on/under own initiative•Ability to build and maintain positive working relationships, manage, motivate and develop Aptitudes Essential criteria •The post holder should be an autonomous, self-directed practitioner who is able to complete the duties and responsibilities outlined in this job description without direct supervision.•Able to work well under pressure and prioritise workload.
Able to react to issues that crop up at short notice efficiently and calmly, using own initiative and judgment as necessary•Exhibit good judgement and excellent decision making•The post holder should be able to communicate complex information in a sensitive, empathic, and professional manner We hope that you will decide to join us and become part of this exciting journey, helping us to shape our future together.· As an equal opportunities employer actively working towards a diverse workforce we aim to recruit and retain a workforce which represents the rich diversity of the local population at all levels and are committed to designing our services around the needs of individual patients and those around them.
Anonymous information will be used from your application to ensure we're meeting our pledge.· The Trust is committed to investing in and caring for all our staff.
We will support you in maintaining and improving your health and wellbeing, as well as your career development through management and training support - developing exceptional people for exceptional careers.· UHBW is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults.· To comply with Part 7 of the Immigration Act 2016 all applicants must be able to speak fluent English to an appropriate standard which will be assessed at Interview.· If you require sponsorship for a visa to work in the UK, to avoid disappointment, please check to ensure you are eligible under the UKVI points based system.· The Trust uses electronic new starter forms on Trac to collect personal details.
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