Job summary
This is a great opportunity for a B5 nurse to join the Tissue Viability Service.
The Tissue Viability Service is looking for a dedicated and committed registered nurse who is passionate about patient care and pressure ulcer prevention. Has experience and a depth of knowledge in caring for patients of all ages, can identify all forms of pressure damage, and be able to categorise pressure damage, implement a plan of care to address and prevent deterioration of any pressure damage. while working with nursing teams to promote best practice and ensure policy is followed.
Hours per week: 37.5
Please be advised we are unable to provide Skilled Worker Visa Sponsorship to non-UK residents.
Main duties of the job
Undertake clinical tasks agreed within competence to the specific clinical area.
Take responsibility for patients and contribute to ongoing assessment recognising when it is necessary to refer to other professionals as appropriate.
Daily review of pressure ulcer incidences and identify patients with pressure damage for review .
Ward visits and face to face reviews of patients to confirm the category of pressure damage.
Advocate for best practice in patient care and pressure ulcer prevention.
Face to face Review of patients with Tissue viability services as needed.
Undertake ward audits for correct pressure ulcer prevention devises.
Have full understanding of how all pressure ulcer prevention devises including mattresses are to be used.
Daily update of spread sheets/ incident reports with detailed information of pressure ulcer damage.
Improve the quality of care by contributing to the continuous monitoring of people's experience of care.
Ensure the privacy, dignity and safety of individuals is always maintained
About us
It is all about the people at East Cheshire NHS Trust. We have a real sense of community, and our values are truly embedded into everything we do, ensuring we are a great and inclusive place to work. You will be supported, developed and empowered throughout your career with us. Come and join us, where you can play your part in helping us deliver outstanding care and improving the health of all the people we serve.
COVID-19 vaccination remains the best way to protect yourself, your family, your colleagues and of course our patients from the virus when working in our healthcare settings. Whilst COVID-19 vaccination is not a condition of employment, we do encourage our staff to get vaccinated. We will be checking the vaccination status of all new starters as part of ongoing monitoring.
Please be aware that this post requires an Enhanced with Barred list Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, the cost of which is payable by the successful candidate. If you have lived or worked abroad for 6 months or more in the last 5 years you will need to obtain an overseas police clearance. Further information can be found on the additional information links at the bottom of the advert.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please read the attached Applicant Pack prior to completing your application form to find out more information.
Please download a copy of the Job Description and Person Specification located under the Supporting documents heading to read more about the advertised role.
As part of making your application we encourage you to review the Trusts Careers webpage www.careersateastcheshire.nhs.uk for more information about working for East Cheshire NHS Trust.
We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome all applications irrespective of age, disability, gender, sexual orientation, race or religion. The Trust is a Disability Confident Leader and as such, applicants with disabilities will be offered an interview providing they meet the minimum criteria for the post (outlined in the Person Specification).
Applicants are advised to apply early as we reserve the right to close the advert prior to the advertised closing date should we receive a large number of applications.
We look forward to receiving your application.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please read the attached Applicant Pack prior to completing your application form to find out more information.
Please download a copy of the Job Description and Person Specification located under the Supporting documents heading to read more about the advertised role.
As part of making your application we encourage you to review the Trusts Careers webpage www.careersateastcheshire.nhs.uk for more information about working for East Cheshire NHS Trust.
We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome all applications irrespective of age, disability, gender, sexual orientation, race or religion. The Trust is a Disability Confident Leader and as such, applicants with disabilities will be offered an interview providing they meet the minimum criteria for the post (outlined in the Person Specification).
Applicants are advised to apply early as we reserve the right to close the advert prior to the advertised closing date should we receive a large number of applications.
We look forward to receiving your application.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- RGN (Registered General Nurse)/RN (Registered Nurse)/RSCN (Registered Sick Children's Nurse)
- Nursing Diploma
- Evidence of continuing professional development
Desirable
- Non medical prescriber
- Training module in specialist area
- Communication/counselling skills training
- Teaching/mentoring qualification.
- TVN (Tissue Viability Nurse) module
Knowledge
Essential
- Knowledge of recent NHS legislation, recommendations.
- Awareness of the national and local priorities and changing trends in specialist area.
Skills
Essential
- Significant experience working in a clinical setting at band 5.
- Good communication and listening skills
- Experience of assessment, management and prevention of pressure sores, developing personalised care plans
- Ability to communicate at different levels
- Ability to make independent decisions
- Ability to work autonomously and as part of team
Desirable
Experience
Essential
- Proven post registration experience, some of which is in a relevant/ associated area.
- Experience of completing and contributing to audit / research.
- Experience of contributing to the teaching and mentoring of staff.
- Evidence of TVN (Tissue Viability Nurse) link nurse roles within workplace.
Desirable
- Experience in both hospital and community setting
- Experience as a wound care link nurse or equivalent
Specific Job Requirement
Essential
- Proven interest in Tissue Viability
Other Role Requirements
Essential
- Please refer to the Job Description and Person Specification for further details.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- RGN (Registered General Nurse)/RN (Registered Nurse)/RSCN (Registered Sick Children's Nurse)
- Nursing Diploma
- Evidence of continuing professional development
Desirable
- Non medical prescriber
- Training module in specialist area
- Communication/counselling skills training
- Teaching/mentoring qualification.
- TVN (Tissue Viability Nurse) module
Knowledge
Essential
- Knowledge of recent NHS legislation, recommendations.
- Awareness of the national and local priorities and changing trends in specialist area.
Skills
Essential
- Significant experience working in a clinical setting at band 5.
- Good communication and listening skills
- Experience of assessment, management and prevention of pressure sores, developing personalised care plans
- Ability to communicate at different levels
- Ability to make independent decisions
- Ability to work autonomously and as part of team
Desirable
Experience
Essential
- Proven post registration experience, some of which is in a relevant/ associated area.
- Experience of completing and contributing to audit / research.
- Experience of contributing to the teaching and mentoring of staff.
- Evidence of TVN (Tissue Viability Nurse) link nurse roles within workplace.
Desirable
- Experience in both hospital and community setting
- Experience as a wound care link nurse or equivalent
Specific Job Requirement
Essential
- Proven interest in Tissue Viability
Other Role Requirements
Essential
- Please refer to the Job Description and Person Specification for further details.
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).
