Job summary
An exciting opportunity to work in the Neurology Specialist Team has arisen. This role will involve autonomous, independent clinical practice. With a background of nursing, the post holder will work closely with Consultants Neurologists and clinical nursing staff within the NMSK Division and other divisions within the trust towards improving service for patients with neurological conditions. Specialising in and supporting cognitive disorders.
Main duties of the job
The Cognitive Disorders Specialist Nurse Practitioner will work as an integral part of the Multidisciplinary team at the Cognitive Disorders Service Southmead Hospital.
Their responsibilities will include:
To work as an Advanced Nurse Practitioner in Cognitive Disorders
Provision of nurse led clinics, face to face consultations with patients with a range of cognitive disorders, and reviewing medications, providing information and offering advice.
Provision of a nurse led telephone advice line.
Answering patient queries and writing correspondence pre first appointment, between appointments and following discharge to local services.
Initial post diagnostic support, providing advice on how to access information on legal and financial matters and the role of statutory and voluntary services.
Organisation of day case procedures for cognitive patients. To include coordination of diagnostic investigations and performing lumbar punctures.
Liaison with local services and HCP to strengthen communication between tertiary and secondary dementia services and ensure smooth patient experience.
Attendance at Dementia Provider Meetings three times per year
Obtain the necessary clinical qualifications and competencies in a timely way in order to fulfil the role of ANP in Cognitive Disorders
About us
North Bristol NHS Trust employs over 12,000 staff providing healthcare to the residents of Bristol, South Gloucestershire and North Somerset from our award-winning hospital building at Southmead. We are the regional Major Trauma Centre, and an internationally recognised centre of excellence in a range of services and major specialities. Our vision is that by enabling our teams to be the best that they can be, we will provide exceptional healthcare, personally delivered.
North Bristol NHS Trust values all people as individuals. We aim to be an anti-discriminatory organisation and are committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. We welcome applicants from all underrepresented groups.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To work as part of the existing Neurosciences Nurse Practitioner team to provide education and support to patients, relatives/carers, medical, neurology and nursing staff in the Cognitive Disorders Centre (Brain Centre) about cognitive disorders.
To develop ways of working to enhance the care and communication within the cognitive disorders team.
Liaison with community teams and hospital teams to ensure that timely, appropriate and effective care is delivered.
Development of robust protocols/procedures for practice to satisfy clinical governance expectations, and to take an active part in audit and clinical evaluations.
Contribute to the directorate and specialty research activity as well as the quality agenda.
Please see Job Description for further details.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To work as part of the existing Neurosciences Nurse Practitioner team to provide education and support to patients, relatives/carers, medical, neurology and nursing staff in the Cognitive Disorders Centre (Brain Centre) about cognitive disorders.
To develop ways of working to enhance the care and communication within the cognitive disorders team.
Liaison with community teams and hospital teams to ensure that timely, appropriate and effective care is delivered.
Development of robust protocols/procedures for practice to satisfy clinical governance expectations, and to take an active part in audit and clinical evaluations.
Contribute to the directorate and specialty research activity as well as the quality agenda.
Please see Job Description for further details.
Person Specification
Education/Training/Qualification
Essential
- Current registration
- Significant post registration experiences (more than 5 years)
- Evidence of qualifications post NMC Registration
Desirable
- Recognising tecahing qualification
Work experience
Essential
- Experience of people with long-term cognitive disorders
Desirable
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities
Essential
- Clear understanding of the role and expectations
- Advanced communication skills, verbal and written, to include report writing and record keeping
- Evidence of good organisation and time management skills
- Evidence of critcial annalysis and critical assessment skills
Person Specification
Education/Training/Qualification
Essential
- Current registration
- Significant post registration experiences (more than 5 years)
- Evidence of qualifications post NMC Registration
Desirable
- Recognising tecahing qualification
Work experience
Essential
- Experience of people with long-term cognitive disorders
Desirable
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities
Essential
- Clear understanding of the role and expectations
- Advanced communication skills, verbal and written, to include report writing and record keeping
- Evidence of good organisation and time management skills
- Evidence of critcial annalysis and critical assessment skills
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).
