Job summary
Are you an
existing Band 7 looking for a new challenge or an experienced band 6 with signficant clinical experience?
An exciting opportunity has arisen at the new Rob Burrow Centre for MND
at Seacroft Hospital for a band 7 MND Respiratory Pathway Development worker.
The role is based mainly in outpatients with some home visits.
The ideal
candidate has excellent communication and organisational skills and a passion
for delivering the highest standard of care. You will be able to use the latest
technology to provide treatment while maintaining the human touch. You're not
only a team player but also able to work and think independently.
You must
have a clean current driving licence and access to a vehicle.
The post is 0.2 WTE (one day - 7.5 hours) and is for a fixed term period
of initially 4 years but we do expect this to be extended.
For further
information or to come & meet the team, please
contact Lisa Emmett or Martin Latham on 0113 20 66040 or via email lisaemmett@nhs.net or mlatham@nhs.net.
Main duties of the job
The post holder will be practising as an independent specialist clinical
practitioner providing patient-centred and evidence-based clinical care, within
an agreed scope of competence and practice.
The postholder will have specialist knowledge of respiratory conditions
requiring on-going ventilatory assistance. They will be able to identify early
symptoms of respiratory compromise and will be competent in the management
including assisted ventilation. They will provide on-going support to community
teams and families so that they may continue to care for individuals at home.
This includes the management of complex tracheostomy patients including
training & completing tracheostomy changes and assessment, provision &
training for patients requiring cough assist devices.
The postholder will provide inpatient advice and support to Professionals
and family when discussing home ventilation as a treatment option as well as
advice and monitoring regarding
stabilisation and titration of ventilation, and selection of appropriate
equipment for home care.
The post
holder will work in partnership with the multi-disciplinary team (MDT) to
implement and improve the patient pathway and will be expected to develop new
skills to further enhance the quality of the service delivered.
About us
Leeds Teaching Hospitals is one of the largest teaching hospitals trust in Europe with access to leading clinical expertise and medical technology. We care for people from all over the country, as well as the 800,000 Leeds population. The Trust has a budget of £1 billion and employs 17,000 staff.
The new Rob Burrow Centre for Motor Neurone Disease is a brand new facility at Seacroft Hospital, built to care for patients with this life-limiting, progressive condition.
The Director of the Rob Burrow Centre for MND is Dr Agam Jung, who leads a multi-disciplinary team. Dr Dipansu Ghosh is the MND Respiratory Consultant. Mr Rob Rathbone is the General Manager of the Neurosciences CSU and Dr Jonathan Bilmen is the Clinical Director and Mr Robin Darby is Head of Nursing and Dr Maruthi Vinjam is the Clinical Lead for Neurology.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The post holder will be practising as an independent specialist clinical
practitioner providing patient-centred and evidence-based clinical care, within
an agreed scope of competence and practice.
The postholder will have specialist knowledge of respiratory conditions
requiring on-going ventilatory assistance. They will be able to identify early
symptoms of respiratory compromise and will be competent in the management
including assisted ventilation. They will provide on-going support to community
teams and families so that they may continue to care for individuals at home.
This includes the management of complex tracheostomy patients including
training & completing tracheostomy changes and assessment, provision &
training for patients requiring cough assist devices.
The postholder will provide inpatient advice and support to Professionals
and family when discussing home ventilation as a treatment option as well as
advice and monitoring regarding
stabilisation and titration of ventilation, and selection of appropriate
equipment for home care.
The post
holder will work in partnership with the multi-disciplinary team (MDT) to
implement and improve the patient pathway and will be expected to develop new
skills to further enhance the quality of the service delivered.
Additional roles will include day to day leadership and management.
The post holder will work within the Motor Neurone Disease (MND) Care
Centre. The MND care centre provides a co-ordinated interdisciplinary service
to approximately 90 patients in Leeds and the surrounding area. The postholder
will join the MND multidisciplinary team responsible for this client group and
must be able to work closely with them. Attendance at clinics and team meetings
on Thursdays is an important part of this role.
Work may take place in hospital settings or in the patients home
therefore the ability to travel between locations is a requirement of this
role.
Key relationships will be with the sleep service, the Respiratory
Consultant at the MND Centre, neurologists, the MND Care Centre Co-ordinator,
MND MDT, the MND Associations Community Support Coordinator. They will need to work collaboratively with
Respiratory Support Workers at national MND Centres to share best practice and
have peer support.
Please see job description for full details of this post. Please note AI applications will not be accepted.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The post holder will be practising as an independent specialist clinical
practitioner providing patient-centred and evidence-based clinical care, within
an agreed scope of competence and practice.
The postholder will have specialist knowledge of respiratory conditions
requiring on-going ventilatory assistance. They will be able to identify early
symptoms of respiratory compromise and will be competent in the management
including assisted ventilation. They will provide on-going support to community
teams and families so that they may continue to care for individuals at home.
This includes the management of complex tracheostomy patients including
training & completing tracheostomy changes and assessment, provision &
training for patients requiring cough assist devices.
The postholder will provide inpatient advice and support to Professionals
and family when discussing home ventilation as a treatment option as well as
advice and monitoring regarding
stabilisation and titration of ventilation, and selection of appropriate
equipment for home care.
The post
holder will work in partnership with the multi-disciplinary team (MDT) to
implement and improve the patient pathway and will be expected to develop new
skills to further enhance the quality of the service delivered.
Additional roles will include day to day leadership and management.
The post holder will work within the Motor Neurone Disease (MND) Care
Centre. The MND care centre provides a co-ordinated interdisciplinary service
to approximately 90 patients in Leeds and the surrounding area. The postholder
will join the MND multidisciplinary team responsible for this client group and
must be able to work closely with them. Attendance at clinics and team meetings
on Thursdays is an important part of this role.
Work may take place in hospital settings or in the patients home
therefore the ability to travel between locations is a requirement of this
role.
Key relationships will be with the sleep service, the Respiratory
Consultant at the MND Centre, neurologists, the MND Care Centre Co-ordinator,
MND MDT, the MND Associations Community Support Coordinator. They will need to work collaboratively with
Respiratory Support Workers at national MND Centres to share best practice and
have peer support.
Please see job description for full details of this post. Please note AI applications will not be accepted.
Person Specification
Practical Skills
Essential
- Knowledge of common Respiratory conditions, relevant to the
- benefits and possible complications of tracheostomy changes.
- Knowledge of local care pathways.
- Advanced oral and written communication skills and confidence to discuss patient management with other members of the MDT.
- Commitment to Staff Development and Training.
- Self-motivated and able to work independently and autonomously.
- Supporting patients at end of life.
Desirable
- Tracheostomy care & training
- Contribution to patient information.
Experience
Essential
- In depth knowledge of sleep services, ventilation, respiratory assessments.
- Evidence of contribution to relevant clinical audit.
- Evidence of continuous professional development and the practical application of new skills to the workplace.
- Direct supervision of junior staff, in all professional groups
Desirable
- Strong background in pathway development and working collaboratively
- Experience of staff management.
- Consent for procedures and/or treatment.
- Prior involvement in clinical research.
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered with relevant professional body.
- Degree-level registration qualification or equivalent post-registration award.
- Relevant qualification or equivalent level of skill obtained through experience in the specialty.
Desirable
- Relevant clinical knowledge and experience
Experience
Essential
- In depth knowledge of sleep services, ventilation, respiratory assessments.
- Evidence of contribution to relevant clinical audit.
- Evidence of continuous professional development and the practical application of new skills to the workplace.
- Direct supervision of junior staff, in all professional groups
Desirable
- Strong background in pathway development and working collaboratively
- Experience of staff management.
- Consent for procedures and/or treatment.
- Prior involvement in clinical research.
Person Specification
Practical Skills
Essential
- Knowledge of common Respiratory conditions, relevant to the
- benefits and possible complications of tracheostomy changes.
- Knowledge of local care pathways.
- Advanced oral and written communication skills and confidence to discuss patient management with other members of the MDT.
- Commitment to Staff Development and Training.
- Self-motivated and able to work independently and autonomously.
- Supporting patients at end of life.
Desirable
- Tracheostomy care & training
- Contribution to patient information.
Experience
Essential
- In depth knowledge of sleep services, ventilation, respiratory assessments.
- Evidence of contribution to relevant clinical audit.
- Evidence of continuous professional development and the practical application of new skills to the workplace.
- Direct supervision of junior staff, in all professional groups
Desirable
- Strong background in pathway development and working collaboratively
- Experience of staff management.
- Consent for procedures and/or treatment.
- Prior involvement in clinical research.
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered with relevant professional body.
- Degree-level registration qualification or equivalent post-registration award.
- Relevant qualification or equivalent level of skill obtained through experience in the specialty.
Desirable
- Relevant clinical knowledge and experience
Experience
Essential
- In depth knowledge of sleep services, ventilation, respiratory assessments.
- Evidence of contribution to relevant clinical audit.
- Evidence of continuous professional development and the practical application of new skills to the workplace.
- Direct supervision of junior staff, in all professional groups
Desirable
- Strong background in pathway development and working collaboratively
- Experience of staff management.
- Consent for procedures and/or treatment.
- Prior involvement in clinical research.
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).
