Children in Care Nurse
An exciting new opportunity has arisen to join our expanding team of nurses within the Children in Care (CIC) Service. We are looking for compassionate, motivated, and enthusiastic nurses who are committed to improving outcomes for children and young people in care.
The successful post holders will work closely with the Named Nurse for Children in Care and wider multidisciplinary health team to deliver a high\-quality, evidence\-based service that promotes, protects, and improves the health and wellbeing of Children in Care. The role includes undertaking statutory health assessments, identifying health needs, and supporting the delivery of holistic, child\-centred care.
Working collaboratively with partner agencies and the wider children's workforce, the post holder will contribute to safeguarding, health promotion, and ensuring children and young people receive timely and appropriate health interventions.
Establish clear and effective communication links with young people, parents/carers, social care staff and a range of other professionals from both voluntary and statutory organisations.
Listen and take into account sensitive issues and communicate these to appropriate persons/agencies ensuring that children and young people are protected and that disclosures are acted upon appropriately.
To keep accurate and up to date electronic and written records, provide written reports as requested by the Service Leads.
Utilise a range of communication methods with colleagues and managers to include electronic communication.
Assess, plan and implement interventions and programmes of care for young people within the care system, up to the age of 25 yrs.
Identify the relevant health and social issues within the specific cohort of young people leaving care.
Recognise indicators of child and adult abuse and initiate Safeguarding measures in accordance with recognised policies and procedures.
At the Dudley Group our patients and staff are at the heart of all that we do and that is to provide a world class service that aligns with our vision of “excellent health care, improved health for all”. We are seeking to recruit staff who share our vision and values of making Dudley Group an incredible workplace.
As part of the NHS People Promise, your wellbeing is our priority, and we are committed to ensuring our employees achieve a healthy work\-life balance supported by our flexible working options and by making reasonable adjustments where possible. We believe no\-one should have to sacrifice family, friends, or their personal interests for work. We are a modern employer able to attract and retain high quality staff through our commitment to the NHS People Promise.
As an employer, we foster an inclusive environment where everyone feels valued, supported, and empowered to contribute their best. We want to ensure that our workforce is representative of the population we serve. More information \- inclusive practice people promise.
Dudley Group offer many opportunities for our staff to develop and grow within their roles through our Learning \& OD Team. These include topics such as communication, wellbeing, team development, cultural competency, and values.
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Please refer to the attached job description for full details of the main duties and responsibilities that the post holder is required to undertake
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