Job summary
This post is a band 6 developing in to a band 7 once competencies have been achieved.
This is an exciting opportunity for a registered nurse who has an interest in Neurology and the management of Headaches. Part of the Neurology Specialist Nurse team . This role offers learning opportunities, career development and the opportunity to manage a case load of patients and assist in procedure clinics.
Main duties of the job
The Headache Specialist Nurse will establish and lead the delivery of a service for adults with headache disorders that aligns with nationally recognised protocols and policies, including NICE quality standards, to ensure that adult patients receive the best possible care according to their needs.
The post holder will provide professional, high quality co-ordinated and holistic care to adult patients, aiming to improve the management of their long term condition within agreed protocols.
The post holder will be an expert resource, providing clinical advice to patients, families and colleagues.
The post holder will provide care, support, advice and education in hospital and at home where necessary, for adults with a diagnosis of chronic headache and headache disorders.
The post holder will lead regular nurse led clinics undertaking patient assessments, devising treatment plans, and ensuring appropriate clinical investigations and referrals are made
About us
We are committed to being an inclusive and diverse employer. We strive to employ people who reflect the communities we serve, and aim to create an inclusive culture where everyone can reach their full potential. Whatever your race, ethnicity, belief, generation, sexual orientation, gender or gender identity, disability or experience, you'll appreciate the opportunities we give you to work in an inclusive atmosphere. We welcome applications from people of diverse backgrounds, perspectives and experiences to build on the progress we've achieved to make our Trust diverse and the best place to work. We celebrate the diversity of thought, viewpoints and ideas that help us overcome challenges and embrace new possibilities. We have signed the Armed Forces Covenant Pledge and have a commitment to the Armed Forces Community.
We are dedicated to using our Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) approach as our shared organisation model of change to enhance our services and ensure excellence in patient care.
If you are considering applying for a role, please be aware that as an NHS Employee you may have contact with vulnerable service users. We strongly encourage that all our staff are vaccinated against COVID-19 and are vaccinated annually against Flu, in order to protect the health and safety of our staff and patients. Your commitment will help us to put the safety and care of our patients first, as well as helping us to protect you and your colleagues.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For a detailed description of the Job roles and responsibilities please see the attached job description.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For a detailed description of the Job roles and responsibilities please see the attached job description.
Person Specification
Education and Training
Essential
- Registered Adult Nurse
- Master's degree or equivalent experience
- Completed or undertaking a qualification in Neurology
- Evidence of continuing post registration professional development
Desirable
- Non-medical prescribing course
- Teaching/Mentorship qualification
Knowledge and Skills
Essential
- Demonstrate up to date knowledge, skills and expertise in the speciality of headache disorders/neurology including national policies and guidelines
- Evidence of ability to work collaboratively and demonstrates a commitment to Multidisciplinary working.
- Ability to plan and run nurse led clinics
- Communicates effectively verbally, in writing and in electronic formats
- Prioritises own workload
- Understanding of the holistic needs of adult patients with headache disorders
- Excellent problem solving, negotiation, analytical skills
- Able to deliver teaching sessions and presentations
Experience
Essential
- Minimum 2 years relevant post registration experience in adult medicine / neurology nursing at Band 6
- Experience in dealing with adults with headache disorders.
- Previous experience in teaching of patients and staff
- Awareness of delivering research/evidence- based practice.
- Demonstrate understanding of relevant national strategy/policy and how this relates to the service.
Desirable
- Previous experience in audit and evaluation
- Previous case holding experience
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Committed to provide safe, effective and timely patient -centred care in accordance with NMC Code of conduct and Trust core standards
- Excellent interpersonal skills including observation, listening and empathy
Person Specification
Education and Training
Essential
- Registered Adult Nurse
- Master's degree or equivalent experience
- Completed or undertaking a qualification in Neurology
- Evidence of continuing post registration professional development
Desirable
- Non-medical prescribing course
- Teaching/Mentorship qualification
Knowledge and Skills
Essential
- Demonstrate up to date knowledge, skills and expertise in the speciality of headache disorders/neurology including national policies and guidelines
- Evidence of ability to work collaboratively and demonstrates a commitment to Multidisciplinary working.
- Ability to plan and run nurse led clinics
- Communicates effectively verbally, in writing and in electronic formats
- Prioritises own workload
- Understanding of the holistic needs of adult patients with headache disorders
- Excellent problem solving, negotiation, analytical skills
- Able to deliver teaching sessions and presentations
Experience
Essential
- Minimum 2 years relevant post registration experience in adult medicine / neurology nursing at Band 6
- Experience in dealing with adults with headache disorders.
- Previous experience in teaching of patients and staff
- Awareness of delivering research/evidence- based practice.
- Demonstrate understanding of relevant national strategy/policy and how this relates to the service.
Desirable
- Previous experience in audit and evaluation
- Previous case holding experience
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Committed to provide safe, effective and timely patient -centred care in accordance with NMC Code of conduct and Trust core standards
- Excellent interpersonal skills including observation, listening and empathy
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.
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.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
