University Hospital Southampton NHS FT
Paediatric Long term ventilation clinical nurse specialist
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Paediatric Long term ventilation clinical nurse specialist
Band 6 Registered Nurse – Long Term Ventilation Team
University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust
Job Overview
University Hospital Southampton (UHS) is delighted to offer an exciting opportunity to join our Long Term Ventilation (LTV) Team. This role is perfect for a Band 6 registered nurse who is passionate about providing specialist care to children and young people requiring invasive or non-invasive ventilation.
Within the Central South Coast region, our growing LTV service focuses on: ✔ Initiating safe ventilation practices ✔ Facilitating timely discharges, enabling patients to thrive in home settings ✔ Supporting diverse patient populations across inpatient, outpatient, and community care
Key Relationships
- Reports to a Band 7 Clinical Nurse Specialist
- Works closely with the LTV and Sleep Team
- Collaborates across paediatrics, respiratory services, and community care
Responsibilities
Patient and Clinical Care
- Deliver direct care to children and young people with complex ventilation needs and their families.
- Lead initiation, ongoing management, and troubleshooting of ventilator therapy.
- Support timely discharges, providing post-discharge follow-up to ensure seamless transitions to community care.
- Conduct observe titration nights and analyse sleep studies during night shifts.
- Provide telephone-based clinical support to families via follow-up clinics and consultations.
Education and Training
- Educate staff, families, and caregivers on ventilation techniques, monitoring, and ongoing care.
- Develop and deliver formal and informal teaching sessions in line with professional best practice.
- Support peer-led learning and on-going professional development within the team.
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Professional Engagement
- Attend consultant-led follow-up clinics at UHS to support holistic patient management.
- Engage in multi-disciplinary team (MDT) meetings to optimise care plans.
- Ensure adherence to Best Practice Guidelines in paediatric long-term ventilation.
Requirements
Essential Criteria
✅ Registered nurse on the NMC Register (with relevant paediatric or respiratory experience preferred). ✅ Full post-registration experience in a specialist setting (e.g., paediatrics, intensive care, or respiratory support). ✔ Post-registration qualification within specialty or equivalent experience. ✅ Completion of all Band 5 preceptorship competencies. ✅ Evidence of supporting colleagues to promote effective learning in practice. ✅ Currently holds a valid Paediatric Life Support (PLS) certificate. ✅ Must possess a UK driving licence to undertake home visits and community outreach.
Desirable Criteria
🔹 Registered on an MSc pathway with completed Higher Tariff Points Assessment (HTPA) competencies 🔹 Experience as a Practice Assessor or supporting learner progression/challenges 🔹 Counselling qualification or training (beneficial for family support work) 🔹 Palliative care training (due to diverse patient populations) 🔹 IT training (assists with sleep study analysis and remote monitoring) 🔹 Change Management & Clinical Practice Development skills
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About Working at UHS
Organisational Commitments
🌟 Flexible Working: UHS supports a balanced work-life approach, accommodating family needs, study, or personal well-being. 🌟 Diversity & Inclusion: We champion a culture where every voice is valued—building a racially aware, inclusive, and anti-discriminatory environment. Value Statement: "Outstanding care comes from a diverse, united team."
Career and Development Opportunities
🔧 Continuous Learning: UHS is an acute teaching trust, offering specialist training, mentorship, and career progression pathways. 🌆 Location Benefits:
- Southampton’s vibrant community—close to p erklärte outdoor access (New Forest, South Downs, Jurassic Coast).
- Direct rural links to London, with international airport connectivity.
Technological Engagement
💡 "Wise Technology Use": UHS encourages innovative yet purposeful adoption of tech to enhance efficiency. 🔍 Application Tip: Avoid generic AI-written applications—personalise your approach by highlighting unique skills and achievements.
Additional Notes
- Shift Pattern: Includes monthly night shifts (covering titration nights and observations).
- Residential Functions: Job requires drive access for travel across regional sites.
- Diverse STAFFING needs: Work with children of varying cultural origins, special needs, and ventilation types.
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