Job summary
An exciting opportunity to work in the Specialist Epilepsy Team has arisen. This role will involve autonomous, independent clinical practice. With a background of nursing, the post holder will work closely with Consultant. Neurologists/Neuropsychiatrists and clinical nursing staff within the NMSK Division and other divisions within the trust towards improving service for patients with epilepsy.
Whilst this post is advertised as AfC band 7 based on meeting essential criteria of holding PACR (or equivalent physical assessment qualification), PADRAP (or equivalent physiology for advanced practice qualification) and independent prescribing qualification, candidates not fulfilling these elements may be considered on a developmental basis. In which case, candidates would be paid at AfC band 6, pending successful completion of the required training modules.
Main duties of the job
- To work in transitional care for adolescent patients transferring from paediatric to adult services.
- To lead and run the antenatal epilepsy service at Southmead and UBHW.
- To contribute to the education of patients with epilepsy, their carers, GPS and other outside key roles.
- Participate in an emergency department liaison service offering review and facilitation of early discharge.
- Ward liaison service offering review and facilitation of early discharge.
- Offer independent nurse led follow up clinics for epilepsy patients for medication review/change
- Attend first seizure clinic with the Consultant to offer specialist education and instruction.
- Increase patient satisfaction and provide a competent and seamless service.
- Liaison with medical & therapy staff as well as other hospital, departments and social services in order to ensure timely, appropriate and effective care is delivered.
- Attend the epilepsy surgery MDTM.
- Able to work in nurse led VNS clinic.
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.
Bristol is consistently voted the best place to live in the UK, with vibrant local music, arts and gastronomic scenes, a wide range of modern and state of the art shopping, recreation and leisure facilities, a wealth of great local family days out, fantastic transport links for local, national and internal holidays, and it has a rich history. If you prefer country, village or smaller town living, our Trust is also easily commutable from a range of attractive locations in North Somerset, South Gloucestershire and South Wales (such as Portishead or Chepstow).
Job description
Job responsibilities
For a full overview of the Job Description, please refer to the PDF Job Description attached as an additional document to this advert.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For a full overview of the Job Description, please refer to the PDF Job Description attached as an additional document to this advert.
Person Specification
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities
Essential
- Advanced communication skills, verbal and written, to include report writing and record keeping.
- Basic computer/IT skills and experience to develop these in line with the needs of service e.g careflow, ICE, EDMS etc.
- Time management and problem solving skills.
Desirable
- Sound knowledge of trust polices and practices including mannual handling, health and safety and infection control.
Education/Training/Qualification
Essential
- RGN/RNLD Nurse with live registration
- Evidence of continuing professional development at level 6/7
Desirable
- Leadership module
- Epilepsy course
- Non medical prescriber
Work Experience
Essential
- 3 years post registration experience
- Experience of working in Epilepsy services
- Experience of working in multidiciplinary team
- Experience of working in outpatient services/running clinics
- Experience of autominous working
Person Specification
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities
Essential
- Advanced communication skills, verbal and written, to include report writing and record keeping.
- Basic computer/IT skills and experience to develop these in line with the needs of service e.g careflow, ICE, EDMS etc.
- Time management and problem solving skills.
Desirable
- Sound knowledge of trust polices and practices including mannual handling, health and safety and infection control.
Education/Training/Qualification
Essential
- RGN/RNLD Nurse with live registration
- Evidence of continuing professional development at level 6/7
Desirable
- Leadership module
- Epilepsy course
- Non medical prescriber
Work Experience
Essential
- 3 years post registration experience
- Experience of working in Epilepsy services
- Experience of working in multidiciplinary team
- Experience of working in outpatient services/running clinics
- Experience of autominous working
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).
