Job summary
A rare opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic and committed Tissue Viability Nurse to join our small team of dedicated tissue viability nursesworking in an acute setting. You will have post graduate qualifications ideally in both Leg Ulcer Management and Wound Management.You will have at least 2 years experience working within a Tissue Viability Team.
You will have a track record of leading on Tissue Viability related projects across either Community or Acute setting and will be able todemonstrate the positive impact of these projects for patient care.The Tissue Viability Service is a small team of committed, proactive and enthusiastic tissue viability nurses. They work collaboratively with othernursing colleagues and allied health care professionals to ensure patients receive wound care of a high standard. They lead on training and education as well as being integral to the Harm Free Care Champions initiative.The Team is welcoming of new ideas and experiences which can help shape the development of the team.
Main duties of the job
The Clinical Nurse Specialist Tissue Viability (CNS TV) will be part of the Harm Free Care team and is responsible for the provision of specialistnursing advice and support for the prevention and management of pressure ulcers, and for management of other complex wounds across the site.The post holder will:Be an expert practitioner with clinical expertise and experience in all aspects of wound management and will be expected to deliver a programmeof work enhancing the assessment and management for patients with complex wounds including pressure ulcers across the Hospital.Be able to work on the delivery of pressure ulcer prevention drawing on their specialist tissue viability knowledge to achieve this. The post holderwill have a vital role in facilitating, enabling and supporting the development of this service based on best practice ensuring delivery of high quality,effective and efficient skin and wound care.Champion developing and delivering high quality patient-centred care in the work towards elimination of pressure ulcers and moisture associatedskin damage. The post holder will be expected to support the delivery of education and training, and clinical audit within the service maintaining,demonstrating and assuring compliance with relevant legislation, NICE guidance and other best practice standards relevant to Tissue Viability.
About us
With a workforce of approximately 15,000 staff, we can now do more and go further in delivering health services to our local communities.
Our ambition is to deliver excellent local and specialist services, to improve the health and well being of our patients, and provide a vibrant place for staff to develop, innovate and build careers.
Patients will experience improved care as well as fewer delays and cancellations. We are able to provide more once-in-a-lifetime specialist care region-wide. With our new trust size will come more opportunities for development, research, networking and innovation.
We aim to make the most of our skills and experiences so we can become the best we can be. As one organisation we will recruit the finest and retain more specialist staff due to more employment opportunities across our Trust.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The main responsibilites are set out within the detailed job description. For further details / informal visits contact: Sarah Charlton Clinical Lead Tissue Viability.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The main responsibilites are set out within the detailed job description. For further details / informal visits contact: Sarah Charlton Clinical Lead Tissue Viability.
Person Specification
Tissue Viability Qualifications
Essential
- o 2 year experience as Tissue Viability Nurse o Evidence of active involvement in management and reduction of pressure ulcers and moisture associated skin damage
Desirable
- Teaching Mentoring o Non Medical prescribing
Tissue Viability Knowledge
Essential
- in depth knowledge of recent national/ international guidance /concensus documents o knowledge of local and national priorities and trends in Tissue Viability Knowledge of the National Wound Care Strategy workstreams relevant to Tissue Viability
Tissue Viability Experience
Essential
- leading a Team o Leading on or being involved in Tissue Viability related projects, Leading on or being involved in quality improvement projects, Experience of leading on or being involved in pressure ulcer related improvement projects, Developing and implementing teaching resources, Experience of working with Procurement and Pressure Relieving Equipment services,
Desirable
- Developing Tissue Viability specific policies and protocols
Skills
Essential
- Computer literate o excellent written communication skills o Managing own case load
Person Specification
Tissue Viability Qualifications
Essential
- o 2 year experience as Tissue Viability Nurse o Evidence of active involvement in management and reduction of pressure ulcers and moisture associated skin damage
Desirable
- Teaching Mentoring o Non Medical prescribing
Tissue Viability Knowledge
Essential
- in depth knowledge of recent national/ international guidance /concensus documents o knowledge of local and national priorities and trends in Tissue Viability Knowledge of the National Wound Care Strategy workstreams relevant to Tissue Viability
Tissue Viability Experience
Essential
- leading a Team o Leading on or being involved in Tissue Viability related projects, Leading on or being involved in quality improvement projects, Experience of leading on or being involved in pressure ulcer related improvement projects, Developing and implementing teaching resources, Experience of working with Procurement and Pressure Relieving Equipment services,
Desirable
- Developing Tissue Viability specific policies and protocols
Skills
Essential
- Computer literate o excellent written communication skills o Managing own case load
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).
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).
Employer details
Employer name
Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Southend
Southend NHS Foundation Trust Hospital site
Westcliff-On-Sea
SS0 0RY
Employer's website
https://www.mse.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)
