Job summary
We are recruiting a
motivated and enthusiastic Nurse to the part time (4 days) role of Specialist Bariatric
Nurse to join our multi-disciplinary specialist team
based on site in our Chester premises. We are embracing hybrid
working and can accommodate some remote working on a rostered basis.
Some experience in Bariatric surgical care and/or medical weight management services is ideal, but
we can provide supervised training (including extended clinical roles) for the
individual with a strong work ethic and outstanding interpersonal and team skills.
Main duties of the job
Main duties:
To provide a Nurse Specialist service as part of the multi-disciplinary Bariatric Service via
- Assessment and support to a range of patients (both NHS & Private) at various points in their pre, peri and post operative journey with their weight loss and health (predominantly telephone calls, with some F2F contact including post op ward visits),
- Keeping up to date with data entry for national records and databases,
- Participating in data audits and research when necessary in line with Clinical Governance,
- Participating in the clinical on call rota (Rostered weekend cover),
- Providing advice and support to ward staff and learners in all aspects of the delivery of high-quality bariatric care,
- Assisting in the development and implementation of guidelines and pathways. Supporting the delivery of care, in line with national recommendations.
About us
Phoenix Public Health ('Phoenix Health') is a highly regarded
specialist provider of weight loss surgery founded by Professor David Kerrigan,
Previous President of the British Obesity and Metabolic Surgery Society
(BOMSS).
Our skilled and close-knit multidisciplinary team of about 20
employees work with carefully selected surgeons to deliver the highest
standards of treatment and post-operative aftercare.
Phoenix Health provide NHS bariatric outpatient clinics and
surgery for patients from Lancashire, Cumbria and Merseyside ICBs using both
private and NHS facilities in Manchester region. We also provide
private surgery at these sites and other locations in the South
East. Our head office is located within modern offices close
to the M56 just outside Chester.
The Phoenix Health Group also includes the Semapen business as
part of its suite of weight management services, delivering an online GLP-1
programme. Whilst this is not compulsory experience for the Specialist Bariatric
Nurse, it may suit a candidate with some interest in this area as part of the role.
Phoenix Health offers a 5% employers' contribution to a Workplace Pension Scheme and £1500 Pro Rota study budget and allocated Pro Rota paid study leave. Phoenix Health is an Employee Owned Trust and the additional benefits of this would be available to a new candidate after 12 months service.
Job description
Job responsibilities
- To assess and support a range of patients (both NHS & Private) at various points in their pre, peri and post operative journey with their weight loss and health (predominantly telephone calls, with some F2F contact including post op ward visits).
- To work closely and communicate well with other members of the multidisciplinary team.
- To act as an expert in obesity care.
- To ensure data is entered accurately on national databases.
- To participate in data audits and research when necessary.
- To participate in the clinical on call rota (rostered weekend cover).
- To Contribute to operational and strategic developments in the Bariatric service.
- To provide Nurse Specialist service as part of the Multi-Disciplinary Bariatric Service
- To Provide advice and support to ward staff and learners in all aspects of the delivery of high-quality care.
- To Assist in the development and implementation of guidelines and pathways. Supporting the delivery of care, in line with national recommendations.
Job description
Job responsibilities
- To assess and support a range of patients (both NHS & Private) at various points in their pre, peri and post operative journey with their weight loss and health (predominantly telephone calls, with some F2F contact including post op ward visits).
- To work closely and communicate well with other members of the multidisciplinary team.
- To act as an expert in obesity care.
- To ensure data is entered accurately on national databases.
- To participate in data audits and research when necessary.
- To participate in the clinical on call rota (rostered weekend cover).
- To Contribute to operational and strategic developments in the Bariatric service.
- To provide Nurse Specialist service as part of the Multi-Disciplinary Bariatric Service
- To Provide advice and support to ward staff and learners in all aspects of the delivery of high-quality care.
- To Assist in the development and implementation of guidelines and pathways. Supporting the delivery of care, in line with national recommendations.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Recognised Nursing Qualification with valid pin
- Registration with RCN
Experience
Essential
- Evidence of empathy and compassion towards people living with obesity.
- Ability to work independently as well as within an MDT.
- Excellent communication skills.
- Car Owner.
Desirable
- Previous Bariatric or Weight Management / Obesity experience.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
Essential
- 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 Discloure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Recognised Nursing Qualification with valid pin
- Registration with RCN
Experience
Essential
- Evidence of empathy and compassion towards people living with obesity.
- Ability to work independently as well as within an MDT.
- Excellent communication skills.
- Car Owner.
Desirable
- Previous Bariatric or Weight Management / Obesity experience.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
Essential
- 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 Discloure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
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).
