Nutrition specialist nurse

Job summary

Due to the expansion of the complex nutrition team and the establishment of the first national intestinal failure virtual ward we have an exciting opportunity for a band 6 nurse position for a 7-day service This position would be suited to someone that would like to transition into a specialist nursing role or have existing experience in specialist practice. The environment is ever evolving, expands across medicine and surgery, within a friendly and supportive multidisciplinary team. Essential skills require being eager to learn and interest in complex nutrition and intestinal failure. We would welcome informal visits

Main duties of the job

1. To provide expert enteral and parenteral nutritional advice to all patients within the Dudley Group.
2. To ensure patients progress along agreed nutrition pathways, which are supported by the implementation of evidence based practice.
3. To provide expert support in the management of patients with malabsorption syndromes.
4. Plan, evaluate and implement care, problem solve and ensure that nutritional support is delivered safely, effectively and appropriately.
5. Participate in the implementation of national standards and guidelines relating to nutrition support and monitor their effectiveness.
6. Assess patients referred for nutritional support and effectively communicate treatment plans.
7. Support patients in the complex nutrition virtual ward

About us

At the Dudley Group our patients and staff are at the heart of all that we do and that is to provide a world class service that aligns with our vision of "excellent health care, improved health for all". We are seeking to recruit staff who share our vision and values of making Dudley Group an incredible workplace.

As part of the NHS People Promise, your wellbeing is our priority, and we are committed to ensuring our employees achieve a healthy work-life balance supported by ourflexible working optionsand by making reasonable adjustments where possible. We believe no-one should have to sacrifice family, friends, or their personal interests for work. We are a modern employer able to attract and retain high quality staff through our commitment to the NHS People Promise.

As an employer, we foster an inclusive environment where everyone feels valued, supported, and empowered to contribute their best. We want to ensure that our workforce is representative of the population we serve. More information -inclusive practice people promise.

Dudley Group offer many opportunities for our staff to develop and grow within their roles through our Learning & OD Team. These include topics such as communication, wellbeing, team development, cultural competency, and values.

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