Job summary
We are seeking applications for a permanent post for a Tissue Viability Clinical Nurse Specialist.
The role will have responsibility for Tissue Viability across both sites and involve cross-site working. It will involve working closely with all disciplines both internally and externally directly reporting to the Lead Nurse for Tissue Viability.
The post holder will need to demonstrate experience in assessment and management of patients with tissue viability needs and act as an expert resource in all aspects of tissue viability practice.
This exciting and demanding role will include both clinical and non-clinical work, as such the candidate will be expected to be able to adapt to changing priorities and demands.
This is a fantastic opportunity for further exposure within the senior team and to widen your leadership and clinical portfolio.
Main duties of the job
- To support delivery of an evidence-based Tissue Viability Service at the Shrewsbury and Telford NHS Trust as part of a multi-disciplinary approach to patient care.
- To take an active role in developing a Tissue Viability Service across the organisation for the Trust.
- To strive to improve, maintain and monitor the quality of Tissue Viability through audit of practice, surveillance, education and strategic planning.
- The post holder will work autonomously and seek collaborative relationships with others across and within professional boundaries and act as an expert resource in Tissue Viability and provide support, education and leadership in Tissue Viability issues.
About us
Our Poppy's Promise Commitment
We believe that compassionate care sits at the heart of everything we do. Every member of our team -- clinical or non-clinical -- plays a vital role in ensuring that patients, families, and colleagues are treated with dignity, empathy, and respect at all times.
We expect all staff to demonstrate compassion not only through their words, but through their actions: by listening attentively, communicating clearly and kindly, and recognising individual needs, feelings, and circumstances of those in our care.
Effective communication is central to safe and high-quality healthcare. We value colleagues who take the time to understand others, explain information in a meaningful way, and respond to concerns with patience and understanding.
By joining our team, you are committing to uphold these values -- ensuring that every patient feels heard, respected, and valued, and that compassion is embedded in every interaction, every day.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For full duties and responsibilities please refer to the attached document entitled Job Description.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For full duties and responsibilities please refer to the attached document entitled Job Description.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- 1st Level Registered Nurse
- Degree in nursing Relevant related subject or equivalent experience
- Post registration teaching qualification/or evidence of appropriate experience
- Ability to study at first degree/ master's level
Desirable
- Recognised Tissue Viability/leg ulcer module at degree level
- Trained and competent in conservative sharp debridement
- Willingness to undertake further recognised Tissue Viability modules at degree/masters level
Experience
Essential
- Significant experience as a Tissue Viability or District nurse or evidence of extensive experience in the field of expertise.
- Experience of change management, managing teams and clinical nurse leadership.
- Evidence of ongoing continuing professional/academic development
- Tissue Viability link nurse or Experience of contributing to service development
- Multi- disciplinary/ multi-agency working
Desirable
- Ability to undertake research
- Ability to undertake audit
- Involvement in service review and development
- Project management
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- 1st Level Registered Nurse
- Degree in nursing Relevant related subject or equivalent experience
- Post registration teaching qualification/or evidence of appropriate experience
- Ability to study at first degree/ master's level
Desirable
- Recognised Tissue Viability/leg ulcer module at degree level
- Trained and competent in conservative sharp debridement
- Willingness to undertake further recognised Tissue Viability modules at degree/masters level
Experience
Essential
- Significant experience as a Tissue Viability or District nurse or evidence of extensive experience in the field of expertise.
- Experience of change management, managing teams and clinical nurse leadership.
- Evidence of ongoing continuing professional/academic development
- Tissue Viability link nurse or Experience of contributing to service development
- Multi- disciplinary/ multi-agency working
Desirable
- Ability to undertake research
- Ability to undertake audit
- Involvement in service review and development
- Project management
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).
