Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Band 6 Biologics Clinical Nurse Specialist to join the Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD) team in Bradford. The Service provides expert assessment, advice, training and intervention supporting patients requiring treatment with biologic therapies.
The post-holder will work closely with the wider multi-disciplinary team to provide a responsive and supportive service to those requiring treatment. The successful candidate will have excellent communication skills, will lead and participate in biologics nurse led clinics, drug monitoring/screening, patient reviews, prescription management. Clinics may be face to face or telephone.
A commitment to individualised evidence-based patient care and the ability to act sensitively and empathically is essential. You will be expected to work autonomously with the support of the other members of the team.
The successful applicant will be a Registered Nurse with a minimum of 5 years post registration experience. Be confident in delivering education sessions to both patients, their families and other health care professionals. Clinical supervision and training to develop knowledge and skills will be provided.
For Further Details / Informal Visits prospective candidates are encouraged to discuss the role with the current IBD nurse specialistson 01274 364044.
Main duties of the job
The primary responsibility of this post holder will be to manage Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD) patients on biologic treatments working within national and local guidelines.
Working autonomously and alongside clinical colleagues to provide expert care, treatment and support for this patient group.
Play a key role within the multidisciplinary team in order to ensure a seamless, co-ordinated and timely approach to care.
The post holder will be responsible for the co-ordination of investigations, treatment, monitoring and review of patients on biologic treatments.
The post holder will be expected to liaise appropriately with all key members of the multi-disciplinary team (MDT) and service users related to the use of biologics therapy in IBD.
The post holder will contribute to achieve the objectives of the Gastroenterology Service Group/ Corporate objectives and work within the clinical governance framework.
The post-holder will provide clinical, social and psychological support to
their patients/service users using excellent communication skills,
education and health promotion to enable them to reach their
optimum level of independence and health.
Although the post-holder has no direct budgetary responsibility
they will be expected to assist with the effective use of resources
in their clinical area.
Maintaining the local biologics data bases.
About us
The IBD service in Bradford is a well established, fast paced, flexible and dynamic team.
The team offers a supportive environment with opportunities to develop skills and knowledge relating to the specialty both internally and externally via conferences and other educational events.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please refer to the attached Job Description and Person Specification for more information about the role.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please refer to the attached Job Description and Person Specification for more information about the role.
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- 5 Years post registration experience
- Experience of participating in clinical audit
Desirable
- Relevant clinical experience in IBD or Biologics
- Experience in policy development
- Experience of developing innovative practice
- Experience of working in an MDT and across organisational and professional boundaries
Skills
Essential
- Computer literate - ability to use Word/Excel/PowerPoint, etc.
- Clinical credibility
- Clinical skills specific to area of specialty
- Ability to work as part of a team
- Organised approach to work with ability to prioritise and delegate
- Mentoring and advanced communication skills
- Leadership skills
- Excellent time management and organisation skills
- Proven skills in teaching individuals and small groups
- Evidence of reflective practice
Desirable
- Knowledge of electronic patient record
- Proven evidence of change management skills
Knowledge
Essential
- Knowledge and understanding of application of relevant National Guidance both general and specialty related e.g. National Service Frameworks, NICE etc.
- Knowledge and understanding of the NHS national targets and priorities
- Knowledge and understanding of the needs of the defined caseload (patients/service-users/staff)
Desirable
- Knowledge of change management processes
Qualifications
Essential
- Appropriate NMC Registration(RN)
- Degree or equivalent qualification (e.g. diploma level specialist training) or experience
- Mentorship - Supporting Learning in Practice (SLIP/ENB998) or equivalent qualification
- Evidence of current CPD
Desirable
- Relevant specialist qualification or training to diploma level or equivalent experience
- Post registration qualification in relevant specialty
- Leadership or management development qualification
- Advanced communication skills qualification
- Non-medical prescribing qualification
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- 5 Years post registration experience
- Experience of participating in clinical audit
Desirable
- Relevant clinical experience in IBD or Biologics
- Experience in policy development
- Experience of developing innovative practice
- Experience of working in an MDT and across organisational and professional boundaries
Skills
Essential
- Computer literate - ability to use Word/Excel/PowerPoint, etc.
- Clinical credibility
- Clinical skills specific to area of specialty
- Ability to work as part of a team
- Organised approach to work with ability to prioritise and delegate
- Mentoring and advanced communication skills
- Leadership skills
- Excellent time management and organisation skills
- Proven skills in teaching individuals and small groups
- Evidence of reflective practice
Desirable
- Knowledge of electronic patient record
- Proven evidence of change management skills
Knowledge
Essential
- Knowledge and understanding of application of relevant National Guidance both general and specialty related e.g. National Service Frameworks, NICE etc.
- Knowledge and understanding of the NHS national targets and priorities
- Knowledge and understanding of the needs of the defined caseload (patients/service-users/staff)
Desirable
- Knowledge of change management processes
Qualifications
Essential
- Appropriate NMC Registration(RN)
- Degree or equivalent qualification (e.g. diploma level specialist training) or experience
- Mentorship - Supporting Learning in Practice (SLIP/ENB998) or equivalent qualification
- Evidence of current CPD
Desirable
- Relevant specialist qualification or training to diploma level or equivalent experience
- Post registration qualification in relevant specialty
- Leadership or management development qualification
- Advanced communication skills qualification
- Non-medical prescribing qualification
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).
