ECMO Specialist
Job Description
Job summary
Based at Glenfield Hospital (adult ECMO) / Leicester Royal Infirmary (neonatal, infant & paediatric ECMO)
We are looking for extremely enthusiastic, flexible & well motivated intensive care nurses to join our dynamic ECMO team to provide expert patient care and continuous surveillance & management of the extracorporeal life support system during clinical operations on our adult intensive care unit & paediatric intensive care unit.
Opportunities to work solely within adult ECMO or paediatric ECMO would be considered, alongside part-time and flexible working hours.
Now is the time to join, not only ICU, but UHL as we begin our reconfiguration. We look forward to you joining us on our journey.
Main duties of the job
There are two posts across the service - neonatal, infant & paediatric ECMO based at the Leicester Royal Infirmary (LRI) and adult ECMO based at Glenfield Hospital (GH). Both areas are exciting and rewarding places to work. We have just been awarded a significant investment to expand our service, so this is a fantastic time to join our team and begin or continue your journey as a specialist nurse in ECMO.
The post holder will be an expert clinical practitioner, be required to work shifts, undertake conventional & mobile ECMO transport and be an enthusiastic integral member of our well established and committed team; providing and supervising the delivery of excellent quality care. The post holder will be responsive to the needs of patients, carers and the public and be an ambassador for this nationally designated service.
The successful candidate will have a proven track record of working within the critical care environment at band 5/6. A period of supervision and structured training & support will be available. You will be provided with the knowledge, skills & support required to nurse these challenging patients.
Please ensure you do have evidence of the required qualifications as you will be expected to present the certificates if successful.
About us
Our new strategy, developed with the support and feedback of colleagues, patients, and partners, is our compass for the next seven years (2023-2030).
We have four primary goals:
- high-quality care for all,
- being a great place to work,
- partnerships for impact, and
- research and education excellence
And we will embed health equality in all we do - taking active steps to reduce the avoidable differences in healthcare that some people face, working in partnership with communities.
Our strategy is underpinned by new values and we will work to ensure they are an everyday reality for all:
- we are compassionate,
- we are proud,
- we are inclusive, and
- we are one team
This is an exciting moment as we look to the future with clarity on what we already do well and where we need to focus our energies to make an even bigger difference for the people we serve.
About the University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust:
http://www.leicestershospitals.nhs.uk/aboutus/work-for-us/current-vacancies/
Job responsibilities
Under the guidance and supervision of the ECMO Programme Director and Co-ordinator provide continuous surveillance and management of the Extra Corporeal Life Support System during clinical operation.
Provide specialist care and to act as a resource for other ECMO Specialists.
Ensure the maintenance of high standards of care on a daily basis.
Participate in the development of a skilled and effective workforce.
Work in conjunction with Senior ECMO Specialists to support the process of change.
Be responsible for ensuring own personal development .
please see job description/person specification for further details on the role
Person Specification
Commitment To Trust Values
Essential
- Must be able to demonstrate behaviours consistent with the Trust's values & behaviours
Training & Qualifications
Essential
- Current NMC registration with Pin and no restrictions to practice
- Degree level education
- Specialist training relevant to role
- To include diploma level specialist training / short courses
- Qualification in teaching / mentoring
- RGN / RSCN
- ONC / HNC in MPPN
- ECMO Specialist Training Course
- ENB 100 / 249 / A13 / 160 / 415 / 405 or equivalent
Desirable
- Degree with relevance to specialism
- Diploma in Health Studies / Nursing
- Recognised teaching qualification e.g. C&G 730
Experience
Essential
- 18 months experience at band 5 or above in critical care environment / specialist area or relevant area with transferable skills
- Working experience in neonatal / paediatric & adult critical care areas
- 6 months as a part-time ECMO Specialist
Desirable
- ACLS
- ILS
- PALS
- Transport experience
Communication & Relationship Skills
Essential
- Ability to work autonomously as well as part of a multi-disciplinary team
- Excellent communication; both written & verbal
- Excellent interpersonal skills
- Effective communicator
- Ability to work under pressure
- Confident
Analytical & Judgement Skills
Essential
- Evidence of participation in or having undertaken research / audit
Skills
Essential
- Evidence of managing / leading change
Motivation
Essential
- Enthusiastic & committed
- Up to date knowledge on current issues
- Motivated to develop oneself & others
Desirable
- Evidence of ability to facilitate changes in practice
Planning & Organisation Skills
Essential
- Able to organise own workload
- Able to plan and delegate roles to others as appropriate
- Ability to work flexibly with appropriate notice to meet operational needs of the department
Equality, Diversity & Inclusion
Essential
- Able to demonstrate a commitment to and understanding of the importance of treating all individuals with dignity & respect appropriate to their individual needs
- All staff are expected to engage in compassionate and inclusive leadership in the provision of high quality care & interactions with others
Other Requirements Specific To The Role
Essential
- Able to pass Occupational Health clearance
- Professional in appearance
- Physical capability to perform full range of nursing duties (including moving & handling of patients) as appropriate to the post
Desirable
- Good previous health record
- Understanding of resource management
- Work as part of ECMO transport team
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Certificate of Sponsorship
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).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer details
Employer name
University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust
Address
Glenfield Hospital
Groby Road
Leicester
LE3 9QP
Employer's website
https://www.jobsatleicestershospitals.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
