Tissue Viability/Dressings Nurse

Job description

Job responsibilities

Assess, plan, implement, and evaluate care for patients with complex wounds,including leg ulcers, and skin integrity issues.

Provide specialist advice and support to patients, carers, and healthcare professionals regarding wound management and prevention strategies.

UndertakeAnkle Brachial Pressure Index (ABPI) measurementsas part of holistic clinical assessment where clinically indicated.

Develop and implement individualised care plans, ensuring they are evidence-based and in line with current best practices.

Conduct regular wound assessments and document findings accurately in patient records.

Recognise when specialist referral is required and liaise appropriately withvascular, dermatology, or other relevant services.

Educate patients and their families on wound care techniques and preventative measures.

Collaborate with the multidisciplinary team to ensure a holistic approach to patient care.

Participate in the development and delivery of training programs for healthcare staff on tissue viability and wound management.

Stay updated with the latest research and advancements in tissue viability and incorporate this knowledge into practice.

Contribute to the development and review of policies and protocols related to tissue viability and wound care.

Participate in clinical audits and quality improvement initiatives to enhance service delivery.

Training and personal development

Training requirements will be monitored by yearly appraisal and will be in accordance with PCN requirements. Personal development will be encouraged and supported by the PCN. It is the individuals' responsibility to remain up to date with recent developments.

Participate in the education and training of students of all disciplines and the induction of all members of the PCN Team where appropriate.

Maintain continued education by attendance at courses and study days as deemed useful or necessary for professional development.

Develop and maintain a Personal Learning Plan.

Confidentiality

While seeking treatment, patients entrust us with, or allow us to gather, sensitive information in relation to their health and other matters. They do so in confidence and have the right to expect that staff will respect their privacy and act appropriately.

In the performance of the duties outlined in this job description, the post-holder may have access to confidential information relating to patients and their carers, practice staff and other healthcare workers. They may also have access to information relating to the practices and PCN as business organisations. All such information from any source is to be regarded as strictly confidential. Information relating to patients, carers, colleagues, other healthcare workers or the business of the practice may only be divulged to authorised persons in accordance with the practice/PCN policies and procedures relating to confidentiality and the protection of personal and sensitive data.

Health & safety

The post-holder will implement a full range of promotion and management of their own and others health and safety and infection control as defined in our Health & Safety policy, Health & Safety manual, and the Infection Control policy and published procedures.

Equality and diversity

The post-holder will support the equality, diversity and rights of patients, carers, and colleagues, to include:

Acting in a way that recognises the importance of peoples' rights, interpreting them in a way that is consistent with procedures and policies, and current legislation

• Respecting the privacy, dignity, needs and beliefs of patients, carers and colleagues
• Behaving in a manner which is welcoming to and of the individual, is non-judgmental and respects their circumstances, feelings priorities and rights.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Registered Nurse with valid NMC registration.
• Post-registration qualification in Tissue Viability or equivalent experience.

Experience

Essential

• Proven experience in wound management and tissue viability nursing.

Knowledge and skills

Essential

• Strong clinical assessment and decision-making skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Commitment to continuous professional development.
• Communicate effectively with other team members.
• Communicate effectively with patients and carers.
• Recognise peoples' needs for alternative methods of communication and respond accordingly.

Other Essential Factors

Essential

• UK Driving Licence with access to a vehicle.

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.

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name

Durham West Primary Care Network

Address

The Medical Group

Adrian Clark House

Meadowfield

Durham

DH7 8NH

Employer's website

https://durhamwestpcn.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)