Job summary
If you have the passion to lead and be a part of our friendly and dynamic the Tissue Viability team, we are looking for an inspiring individual who have the enthusiasm to deliver quality care and an advocate of excellent patient experience. We have an opportunity for a Lead TVN post in acute setting in Royal Surrey Foundation Trust.
To lead an evidence based Tissue Viability Service as part of a multi-disciplinary approach to patient care. To strive to improve, maintain and monitor the quality of Tissue Viability through audit of practice, surveillance, education. Acting as an expert resource in Tissue Viability providing advice, support, education and leadership in Tissue Viability issues. To provide a key role in providing vision and professional leadership and direction for delivering high quality nursing within the hospital and across the Trust community services.
Main duties of the job
To lead an evidence based Tissue Viability Service as part of a multi-disciplinary approach to patient care. To strive to improve, maintain and monitor the quality of Tissue Viability through audit of practice, surveillance, education. Acting as an expert resource in Tissue Viability providing advice, support, education and leadership in Tissue Viability issues.To provide a key role in providing vision and professional leadership and direction for delivering high quality nursing within the hospital and across the Trust community services.
The post holder will be responsible for providing clinical leadership to all clinical areas in all aspects of Tissue Viabililty.To lead the Tissue Viability service within the Royal Surrey, working closely with the community Tissue viability team.To be the lead clinical specialist in wound care, providing expert advice, education for staff caring for the patients and quality improvement in tissue viability team services.To be responsible for the co-ordination and provision of tissue viability training to all levels of staff and disciplines.To support Harm Free Care Matron to lead in collaboration on the delivery of the Trust Pressure Ulcer reduction strategy, monitoring progress through the Harm Free Care Committee.
About us
Royal Surrey is a compassionate and collaborative acute and community Trust. Recognising that our 5000 colleagues are our greatest strength, we offer a comprehensive health and wellbeing program along with a commitment to developing and advancing your career. Our diverse and welcoming Royal Surrey family will ensure you that you feel valued from your initial interview through your entire tenure.
We are clinically led and provide joined up care by bridging the gap between hospital and community services alongside regional specialist cancer care. Our main acute hospital site is in Guildford with community hospital sites at Milford, Haslemere and Cranleigh. We provide adult community health services in homes across Guildford and Waverley.
The Care Quality Commission (CQC) have given us an overall rating of Outstanding.
Royal Surrey has a strong reputation and history to build on. We are proud of our achievements and we are investing in our colleagues through our commitment to supporting professional development as well as investing more than £45 million in our physical environment and new equipment in the next few years. There has never been a better time to join us.
Although it isn't the Trusts normal practice, adverts may close early, so you are encouraged to submit an application as soon as possible.
A video about the Royal Surrey - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=R96pMboIYdo
Job description
Job responsibilities
To work as a clinical specialist practitioner, at advanced level, within the NMC Code of Conduct and Scope of Professional PracticeTo manage the TVN team and work collaboratively with nursing and medical staff to ensure the planning and delivery of holistic care to patients with compromised tissue viability.To develop partnership working with the multidisciplinary teams (Consultants, Physiotherapists, Occupational Therapists, Dieititian, etc) within the Trust.To act as an expert practitioner in all aspects of Tissue Viability practice working with staff and patients, including sharp debridementTo be the Trust lead for local and national developments relating to tissue viability care, ensuring the Trust reviews its processes against NICE recommendations and guidanceTo provide expert nursing input and leadership in ensuring a high standard of education and training in all areas of d tissue viability such as prevention dn management of pressure ulcer and wound care preceptorship study days.To be the Trust lead for the CQUIN PU National Audit, ensuring trust participation and the development of an action plan once the results are known.Review and update policies, procedures and standards in relation to tissue viability issues, ensuring policies are patient-centred, research based and effectively implementedTo provide expert advice, at advanced level to patients, relatives and other health care professionals, on aspects of tissue viability care / management.In conjunction with the ward sister, matron and Tissue Viability nurses. to carry out root cause analysis on patient who acquired new pressure ulcers and develop action plans for recommendations for future practice changes, ensuring that learning is shared throughout the trust.Communicating with patients and staff in ways which empower them to make informed choices about their healthcare and wellbeingTo liaise with other experts on Tissue Viability (locally and / or nationally) to ensure development of best practice within the Trust and within the context of the whole health economy.To be an expert link with Surrey Safe Care and to ensure the wound care assessments pressure ulcer risk assessment and care plans are accurate and evidence-based.
To provide leadership, management support and supervision for the Band 6 nurses within the team.To ensure structures are in place for the effective recruitment and retention of staff including family friendly and flexible local practices, which also take into account service, need.To lead the recruitment process for the band 6 nurses as requiredTo manage staff absence including annual leave and study leave, sickness and maternity leave.To ensure structures are in place for the effective recruitment and retention of staff and students including family friendly and flexible local practices, which also take into account service and need. Working effectively with colleagues in human resources and payrollTo implement, maintain and participate in individualised performance reviews and objective setting for any direct reports, identify training and development needs including compliance to SaMT.To implement and maintain the annual performance review of the nurses within the team, identifying any training needs and contributing to the Training Needs Analysis for the teamTo ensure annual review of preparation and compliance to NMC nurse revalidation.To ensure that the environment and staff comply with Health & Safety, Infection Control & COSHH regulations and that Trust Policies and procedures are followed correctly.To ensure that incidents and accidents are reported and investigated according to Trust policy and that appropriate clinical risk management structures are in placeTo encourage staff and maintain highest standards of personal and professional conduct and performance, participating in the disciplinary procedure according to Trust policyTo be aware of the broader Trust wide issues and resources, work as part of the managerial team in the nursing and patient experience divisionTo lead Quality Improvement agenda and support of team members to complete their QI projects.To Lead on the completion of monthly reports on wounds/ pressure ulcers in the Trus.To analyse the data reports, recognise indicators, identify actions and monitor implementation to ensure continuous improvement and quality of careLead on all tissue viability related policies, pathways and guidelines.To work closely with the matrons, ward sisters/charge nurses to ensure appropriate support and supervision is provided in the clinical environment to ensure safe environments for our patients.
Develop, implement and participate in education and training programmes on tissue viability for all staff disciplines. Identify virtual teaching package as well as face to faceIdentify and respond to any appropriate educational needs within the Trust, enabling practitioners to develop clinically based competenciesDevelop and lead a team of tissue viability link nurses providing a structured development programme for this teamDevelop and review competencies related to tissue viability.To ensure training content incorporates learning from errors, incidents and patient feedback internal and external to the Trust. Ensuring patient stories are captured within the trainingTo act as a mentor to identified individuals in the clinical areas.Evaluate effectiveness of the training and review training content as required.Lead, manage, co-ordinate and present on the Trust training and clinical update training to all staff groups. Develop and evaluate educational programme to reflect best clinical practice. To provide best practice advice and support for clinical areas.Represent the Trust by speaking at national conferencesTo ensure patient and user involvement and feedback focus in relation to education and training.Deliver training on 1:1 basis as well as formal training sessions.To ensure the training delivered meets the requirements of those working within both acuty and community settingsContribute to clinical governance and clinical effectiveness agendas relating to tissue viability, implementing and evaluating best practice guidelines in tissue viability to improve patient care.Examine and develop consistent research and evidence based practice to support clinical effectiveness within the speciality.
To lead on any policy development within key areas of knowledgeTo lead on the review of nursing documentation that links withTissue Viability e.g. PU risk assessment tools and individualised care plan.To ensure all training content and delivery is research based/ best practice, planned and evaluated.Actively seek to improve practice through application of research and audit activities.To identify and intervene where circumstances contribute to an unsafe environment for patients and staff; escalating this to the appropriate members of staff.To be fully aware of government reports, nursing and patient experience strategies, and corporate/business unit objectives, in relation to this role. In conjunction with the multi-disciplinary team use available resources to meet these targets/implement change.To identify actions needed as a result of the results from the national pressure ulcer audits.To critically evaluate research evidence and apply these to clinical practice when appropriate.To lead on research and audits which aim to collect evidence to support and strengthen clinical practiceTo ensure patient and user involvement and feedback in evaluating the service
Job description
Job responsibilities
To work as a clinical specialist practitioner, at advanced level, within the NMC Code of Conduct and Scope of Professional PracticeTo manage the TVN team and work collaboratively with nursing and medical staff to ensure the planning and delivery of holistic care to patients with compromised tissue viability.To develop partnership working with the multidisciplinary teams (Consultants, Physiotherapists, Occupational Therapists, Dieititian, etc) within the Trust.To act as an expert practitioner in all aspects of Tissue Viability practice working with staff and patients, including sharp debridementTo be the Trust lead for local and national developments relating to tissue viability care, ensuring the Trust reviews its processes against NICE recommendations and guidanceTo provide expert nursing input and leadership in ensuring a high standard of education and training in all areas of d tissue viability such as prevention dn management of pressure ulcer and wound care preceptorship study days.To be the Trust lead for the CQUIN PU National Audit, ensuring trust participation and the development of an action plan once the results are known.Review and update policies, procedures and standards in relation to tissue viability issues, ensuring policies are patient-centred, research based and effectively implementedTo provide expert advice, at advanced level to patients, relatives and other health care professionals, on aspects of tissue viability care / management.In conjunction with the ward sister, matron and Tissue Viability nurses. to carry out root cause analysis on patient who acquired new pressure ulcers and develop action plans for recommendations for future practice changes, ensuring that learning is shared throughout the trust.Communicating with patients and staff in ways which empower them to make informed choices about their healthcare and wellbeingTo liaise with other experts on Tissue Viability (locally and / or nationally) to ensure development of best practice within the Trust and within the context of the whole health economy.To be an expert link with Surrey Safe Care and to ensure the wound care assessments pressure ulcer risk assessment and care plans are accurate and evidence-based.
To provide leadership, management support and supervision for the Band 6 nurses within the team.To ensure structures are in place for the effective recruitment and retention of staff including family friendly and flexible local practices, which also take into account service, need.To lead the recruitment process for the band 6 nurses as requiredTo manage staff absence including annual leave and study leave, sickness and maternity leave.To ensure structures are in place for the effective recruitment and retention of staff and students including family friendly and flexible local practices, which also take into account service and need. Working effectively with colleagues in human resources and payrollTo implement, maintain and participate in individualised performance reviews and objective setting for any direct reports, identify training and development needs including compliance to SaMT.To implement and maintain the annual performance review of the nurses within the team, identifying any training needs and contributing to the Training Needs Analysis for the teamTo ensure annual review of preparation and compliance to NMC nurse revalidation.To ensure that the environment and staff comply with Health & Safety, Infection Control & COSHH regulations and that Trust Policies and procedures are followed correctly.To ensure that incidents and accidents are reported and investigated according to Trust policy and that appropriate clinical risk management structures are in placeTo encourage staff and maintain highest standards of personal and professional conduct and performance, participating in the disciplinary procedure according to Trust policyTo be aware of the broader Trust wide issues and resources, work as part of the managerial team in the nursing and patient experience divisionTo lead Quality Improvement agenda and support of team members to complete their QI projects.To Lead on the completion of monthly reports on wounds/ pressure ulcers in the Trus.To analyse the data reports, recognise indicators, identify actions and monitor implementation to ensure continuous improvement and quality of careLead on all tissue viability related policies, pathways and guidelines.To work closely with the matrons, ward sisters/charge nurses to ensure appropriate support and supervision is provided in the clinical environment to ensure safe environments for our patients.
Develop, implement and participate in education and training programmes on tissue viability for all staff disciplines. Identify virtual teaching package as well as face to faceIdentify and respond to any appropriate educational needs within the Trust, enabling practitioners to develop clinically based competenciesDevelop and lead a team of tissue viability link nurses providing a structured development programme for this teamDevelop and review competencies related to tissue viability.To ensure training content incorporates learning from errors, incidents and patient feedback internal and external to the Trust. Ensuring patient stories are captured within the trainingTo act as a mentor to identified individuals in the clinical areas.Evaluate effectiveness of the training and review training content as required.Lead, manage, co-ordinate and present on the Trust training and clinical update training to all staff groups. Develop and evaluate educational programme to reflect best clinical practice. To provide best practice advice and support for clinical areas.Represent the Trust by speaking at national conferencesTo ensure patient and user involvement and feedback focus in relation to education and training.Deliver training on 1:1 basis as well as formal training sessions.To ensure the training delivered meets the requirements of those working within both acuty and community settingsContribute to clinical governance and clinical effectiveness agendas relating to tissue viability, implementing and evaluating best practice guidelines in tissue viability to improve patient care.Examine and develop consistent research and evidence based practice to support clinical effectiveness within the speciality.
To lead on any policy development within key areas of knowledgeTo lead on the review of nursing documentation that links withTissue Viability e.g. PU risk assessment tools and individualised care plan.To ensure all training content and delivery is research based/ best practice, planned and evaluated.Actively seek to improve practice through application of research and audit activities.To identify and intervene where circumstances contribute to an unsafe environment for patients and staff; escalating this to the appropriate members of staff.To be fully aware of government reports, nursing and patient experience strategies, and corporate/business unit objectives, in relation to this role. In conjunction with the multi-disciplinary team use available resources to meet these targets/implement change.To identify actions needed as a result of the results from the national pressure ulcer audits.To critically evaluate research evidence and apply these to clinical practice when appropriate.To lead on research and audits which aim to collect evidence to support and strengthen clinical practiceTo ensure patient and user involvement and feedback in evaluating the service
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Nurse adult
- Educated to degree level or equivalent level of experience
- Post qualification or equivalent experience in tissue viability
- Demonstrates professional updating of knowledge in the field of tissue viability
- Leadership and Management course
Knowledge and Experience
Essential
- Experience at a senior nursing level tissue viability post within acute hospital setting
- Have an understanding of the national tissue viability and wound care agenda
- Experience of supporting teaming in junior and senior colleagues in relation to National wound care strategies using different teaching methodologies
- Experience of managing a budget and resources
- Post graduate experience of working at a senior nurse level with patients who have a variety of tissue viability problems including pressure ulcers, leg ulcers, diabetic foot wounds,dehisced surgical wounds, malianant wounds etc
- Have an understanding of the national tissue viability and wound care agenda
- Clinical Audit and Quality Improvement experience
- Evidence in changing practice and project management
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Nurse adult
- Educated to degree level or equivalent level of experience
- Post qualification or equivalent experience in tissue viability
- Demonstrates professional updating of knowledge in the field of tissue viability
- Leadership and Management course
Knowledge and Experience
Essential
- Experience at a senior nursing level tissue viability post within acute hospital setting
- Have an understanding of the national tissue viability and wound care agenda
- Experience of supporting teaming in junior and senior colleagues in relation to National wound care strategies using different teaching methodologies
- Experience of managing a budget and resources
- Post graduate experience of working at a senior nurse level with patients who have a variety of tissue viability problems including pressure ulcers, leg ulcers, diabetic foot wounds,dehisced surgical wounds, malianant wounds etc
- Have an understanding of the national tissue viability and wound care agenda
- Clinical Audit and Quality Improvement experience
- Evidence in changing practice and project management
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).
