Job summary
We are looking for enthusiastic and motivated candidates with experience in the outpatient and neurosurgery inpatient care and with a focus on safe and effective patient care. You will be responsible for the preassessment of neurosurgical patients and urgent oncology patients as well as participate in in-patient pathways to facilitate seamless flow of elective patients.
You will be an independent practitioner looking after your own caseload, in conjunction with working within the preassessment team to meet NHS waiting list targets for generic neurosurgical patients as well as urgent / cancer pathway patients within the departmentYou will be teaching and supportingnew / junior staff and will promote a positive learning environment.
You will be expected to provide clinical support, leadership, teaching and role modelling within the clinical area to nursing students.
You will be expected to function effectively in a fast paced and dynamic environment without compromising essential standards of care and professionalism.
You will need to demonstrate commitment to your own personal development and show keen interest in the future development of the profession and pre assessment department.
If you are highly motivated, keen to develop your skills and are committed to the delivery of high quality patient care this is an ideal opportunity for you to grow and develop within the pre assessment setting.
Main duties of the job
- To work as part of the existing neurosurgical Advanced nurse practitioner (ANP) team covering the generic pathway which included urgent neuro-oncology patients.
- Undertake pre-assessment for elective and urgent surgical patients within this pathway. (Deep brain stimulator, brain tumour resection, neuromodulation to name a few).
- The ANP is at the interface and sustains the continuity of patient care, as planned by the medical staff, across the elective patients (medirooms, critical care, wards) journey and transfer to and from the neurosurgical wards.
- With the senior surgical team manage the elective patient pathway such as enhanced recovery programme for brain tumour patients and support inpatient flow.
- Integral role in Neuro-oncology MDT which will serve as an educational route and enhance care provision of patient groups.
- To provide education and support to patients, relatives/carers, medical and nursing staff.
- Main point of contact for all elective neurosurgical generic pathway patients following their attendance at the Neurosurgical Preassessment Clinic (NPAC).
- Work cohesively with the NPAC lead to maintain standards, own competency, regular CPD and flexible with ad hoc clinic requests.
- Contribute to the directorate and speciality research activity as well as the quality agenda.
- Positive role model and attitude both within the Directorate, Trust and wider context.
About us
The neurosurgery department recently celebrated it's 75th year and is one of the busiest and is ranked as a top and reputable department in the UK for it's highest standards and innovations. The neurosurgical nurse practitioner service was established in 2001 and has pioneered preassessment clinics. We strongly believe in providing exceptional care to support a robust elective service that caters to a complex range of neurosurgical patients in the South-West of England. You will be working with a very supportive and enthusiastic team who are passionate and strive to make a difference for patients and their families. The role is within the generic service and to mainly cover elective neurosurgical oncology patients. The position is exciting and rewarding to those seeking outpatient and inpatient experience with opportunities to streamline and advance the service. The team comprises of experienced advanced clinical practitioners, and MDT coordinators, with wider links to a friendly medical team, secretaries, CNS's, Anaesthetists and AHP's.
Job description
Job responsibilities
- Undertake pre-assessment for elective and urgent surgical patients within this pathway. (Deep brain stimulator, brain tumour resection, neuromodulation to name a few).
- Maintain continuity of patient care, as planned by the medical staff, across the elective patients (medirooms, critical care, wards) journey and transfer to and from the neurosurgical wards.
- Manage the elective patient pathway such as enhanced recovery programme for brain tumour patients and support inpatient flow.
- Integral role in Neuro-oncology MDT which will serve as an educational route and enhance care provision of patient groups.
- To provide education and support to patients, relatives/carers, medical and nursing staff.
- Main point of contact for all elective neurosurgical generic pathway patients following their attendance at the Neurosurgical Preassessment Clinic (NPAC).
See attached job description document for full details
Job description
Job responsibilities
- Undertake pre-assessment for elective and urgent surgical patients within this pathway. (Deep brain stimulator, brain tumour resection, neuromodulation to name a few).
- Maintain continuity of patient care, as planned by the medical staff, across the elective patients (medirooms, critical care, wards) journey and transfer to and from the neurosurgical wards.
- Manage the elective patient pathway such as enhanced recovery programme for brain tumour patients and support inpatient flow.
- Integral role in Neuro-oncology MDT which will serve as an educational route and enhance care provision of patient groups.
- To provide education and support to patients, relatives/carers, medical and nursing staff.
- Main point of contact for all elective neurosurgical generic pathway patients following their attendance at the Neurosurgical Preassessment Clinic (NPAC).
See attached job description document for full details
Person Specification
verification
Essential
- Current BSc Nursing & RGN certified
- Level 6 or 7 modules in clinical examination (PACR), diagnostic reasoning (PADRP).
- Extensive experience of working in neurosurgery with experience in pre-assessment clinic
- Experience of working as part of a clinical multidisciplinary team
- Experience of working in a team within a clinical setting
- Ability to problem solve and work to varying priorities
- Evidence of portfolio
- Ability to teach a range of professional staff/ patients/carers
- To be able to undertake clinical skills associated with an ANP role
- Computer skills including database, communication and anything required for audit purposes associated with the role.
- Excellent time management skills
Desirable
- Independent non-medical prescribing qualification.
- ILS
Person Specification
verification
Essential
- Current BSc Nursing & RGN certified
- Level 6 or 7 modules in clinical examination (PACR), diagnostic reasoning (PADRP).
- Extensive experience of working in neurosurgery with experience in pre-assessment clinic
- Experience of working as part of a clinical multidisciplinary team
- Experience of working in a team within a clinical setting
- Ability to problem solve and work to varying priorities
- Evidence of portfolio
- Ability to teach a range of professional staff/ patients/carers
- To be able to undertake clinical skills associated with an ANP role
- Computer skills including database, communication and anything required for audit purposes associated with the role.
- Excellent time management skills
Desirable
- Independent non-medical prescribing qualification.
- ILS
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).
