Job summary
Fixed Term for 18 months
Clinical Nurse Specialist - Hypertension
We are seeking a clinical nurse specialist for the hypertension service at UHNM.
This exciting role will enable the ideal candidate to work autonomously running nurse led clinics.
The role will consist assessing and planning treatment in line with National Guidelines on the treatment of hypertension
Main duties of the job
The CNS will run their own nurse led clinics, this involves the assessment and treatment planning of patients referred to the hypertension service as well as requesting investigations of possible secondary causes of hypertension.
Although the role is autonomous there is a designated renal consultant that the post holder will work closely with.
As CNS you will also liaise with colleagues in endocrinology and cardiology as well as GPs who refer their patients about test results and any further onward investigations required.
The role also includes patient education into lifestyles changes - weight loss, stopping smoking, diet and exercise and counselling patients.
You will be given the opportunity to undertake the non-medical prescribing course if you don't already have this qualification.
Knowledge of cardiology, renal and diabetic nursing is essential for the role as the age range of patients is from 16 years to the elderly.
About us
University Hospitals of North Midlands NHS Trust is one of the largest and most modern in the country. We serve around three million people and we're highly regarded for our facilities, teaching and research.
The Trust has around 1,450 inpatient beds across two sites in Stoke-on-Trent and Stafford. Our 11,000 strong workforce provide emergency treatment, planned operations and medical care from Royal Stoke University Hospital and County Hospital in Stafford. We are the specialist centre for major trauma for the North Midlands and North Wales. We have put together a wide range of development packages aimed at ensuring that everyone has the opportunity to fulfil their potential.
Our goal is to be a world-class centre of achievement, where patients receive the highest standards of caAdvert Text- Working for your organisation fielder and the best people come to learn, work and research.
Job description
Job responsibilities
This post will provide a comprehensive highly specialist service to clients with hypertension and needs a good understanding of kidney disease, cardiology and diabetes. They will act as an expert and resources for members of other multi-disciplinary teams.The post holder will provide specialist clinical leadership within this area of care and will lead and develop specialist educationThe post holder will act as the key worker and liaise with other healthcare professional to provide the best possible specialist care for their patientsWill plan and manage with direct responsibility complete episodes of care, undertake independent assessment and management of patients to incorporate pharmaceuticalconsiderations, making complex clinical decisions regarding patient management and clinical outcomes.Lead on delivering national standards including hypertension services specifications for hypertension patients and shared care decision making and liaison with health care professionals.To work autonomously using advanced levels of history taking and examination skills within guidelines and protocols. Identify other conditions and has ability to manage other conditions to acceptable levels whilst acknowledging limitations and appropriate referral to medical staff.Ensure health promotion, health education in smoking cessation, weight management, alcohol misuse.
Job description
Job responsibilities
This post will provide a comprehensive highly specialist service to clients with hypertension and needs a good understanding of kidney disease, cardiology and diabetes. They will act as an expert and resources for members of other multi-disciplinary teams.The post holder will provide specialist clinical leadership within this area of care and will lead and develop specialist educationThe post holder will act as the key worker and liaise with other healthcare professional to provide the best possible specialist care for their patientsWill plan and manage with direct responsibility complete episodes of care, undertake independent assessment and management of patients to incorporate pharmaceuticalconsiderations, making complex clinical decisions regarding patient management and clinical outcomes.Lead on delivering national standards including hypertension services specifications for hypertension patients and shared care decision making and liaison with health care professionals.To work autonomously using advanced levels of history taking and examination skills within guidelines and protocols. Identify other conditions and has ability to manage other conditions to acceptable levels whilst acknowledging limitations and appropriate referral to medical staff.Ensure health promotion, health education in smoking cessation, weight management, alcohol misuse.
Person Specification
Education
Essential
Desirable
Experience
Essential
- A minimum of two years post qualification
Desirable
- Cardiology and or Renal background/experience
Person Specification
Education
Essential
Desirable
Experience
Essential
- A minimum of two years post qualification
Desirable
- Cardiology and or Renal background/experience
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.
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).
Additional information
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.
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).
