Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Band 6 Tissue Viability Specialist nurse, or Band 5 nurse with 4 years post registration experience as a development B6 Tissue Viability nurse to join our friendly hardworking and highly motivated team. We foster good working relationships and an environment for continuous professional development.
The post holder will provide a comprehensive, evidence-based Tissue Viability Service for both patients and health care professionals in East Cheshire NHS Trust footprint. Covering both acute and community services, including nursing and residential homes, specialist schools and GP practices, caring for all ages from birth.
You will be a self-motivated, enthusiastic individual who has specialist knowledge of tissue viability, working autonomously at a level appropriate to clinical competence and within the scope of professional practice. In this operational role you will work with the clinical teams to provide effective patient care in respect to pressure ulcer prevention and management. Providing specialist advice, training, and support to clinical teams, ensuring best practices are followed across the Trust.
Good communication and presentation skills will be essential in building good working relationships with members of the multi-disciplinary team, patients and their carers/families.
Hours per week: 33, worked over a 9-day fortnight
Main duties of the job
Please be advised we are unable to provide Skilled Worker Visa Sponsorship to non-UK residents.
To provide the specialist practitioner function in the delivery of care to patients who have been referred to the Tissue Viability Nursing Service.
To develop and deliver high quality, specialist patient centred care and work with the associated clinical team to ensure this is incorporated within the Business Group and Trust objectives.
To deliver training both formally and informally within the specialist field of Tissue Viability
To act as a role model ensuring practice is the most up to date and delivered in a professional manner at all times
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.
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 Careers :: East Cheshire NHS Trust 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 Careers :: East Cheshire NHS Trust 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) - level 1 registration
- Nursing Degree.
- Evidence of continuing professional development
- Non-medical prescriber
Desirable
- Mentoring course
- Degree module in specialist area or working towards this or be prepared to study at this level.
- Communication/counselling skills training
Knowledge
Essential
- Knowledge of recent NHS legislation, recommendations.
- Awareness of the national and local priorities and changing trends in specialist area.
- Evidence of knowledge within specialist area
Experience
Essential
- Extensive 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.
- Proven interest in Tissue Viability
Desirable
- Experience in both hospital and community setting
- Assessment of Surgical wounds and application of TNP (Topical Negative Pressure).
- Lower limb assessments/; Doppler studies
- Diabetic foot assessment
- Complex case management
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) - level 1 registration
- Nursing Degree.
- Evidence of continuing professional development
- Non-medical prescriber
Desirable
- Mentoring course
- Degree module in specialist area or working towards this or be prepared to study at this level.
- Communication/counselling skills training
Knowledge
Essential
- Knowledge of recent NHS legislation, recommendations.
- Awareness of the national and local priorities and changing trends in specialist area.
- Evidence of knowledge within specialist area
Experience
Essential
- Extensive 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.
- Proven interest in Tissue Viability
Desirable
- Experience in both hospital and community setting
- Assessment of Surgical wounds and application of TNP (Topical Negative Pressure).
- Lower limb assessments/; Doppler studies
- Diabetic foot assessment
- Complex case management
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).
