Job summary
This post will be responsible for supporting patients on the Intensive Weight Management Programme (IWMP). Other development opportunities may include Medical and Bariatric Surgery Clinics as well as supporting the Weight Maintenance Education Group and the Bariatric Surgery Education Group. The post is also a key contributor to the regular MDT discussions which provide robust clinical governance and strong communication links within a team which operates primarily virtually.
Substantial nursing experience is essential, ideally with experience in managing obesity or a keen interest to develop knowledge and understanding in this specialist field.
Experience in group education is desirable and an awareness of the current Tier 3 weight management pathway.
The role is based in the Wolfson Diabetes and Endocrine Clinic at CUH. This also includes outreach work in clinics in the community. As the service has a large virtual component with both individual and group video calls for most patients, working from home can be considered. It is essential that you are able to manage your own time well and work well both independently and within a team.
You will participate in relevant research where appropriate to the role, audit and development projects and contribute within a multidisciplinary team environment working within a multi professional framework and contributing to a first class service through evidence based clinical practice, management, education, research and audit.
Main duties of the job
This post will be responsible for supporting patients on the Intensive Weight Management Programme (IWMP). Other development opportunities may include Medical and Bariatric Surgery Clinics as well as supporting the Weight Maintenance Education Group and the Bariatric Surgery Education Group. The post is also a key contributor to the regular MDT discussions which provide robust clinical governance and strong communication links within a team which operates primarily virtually.
Substantial nursing experience is essential, ideally with experience in managing obesity or a keen interest to develop knowledge and understanding in this specialist field.
The role is outpatient focused, based in the Wolfson Diabetes and Endocrine Clinic at CUH. This also includes outreach work in clinics in the community. As the service has a large virtual component with both individual and group video calls for most patients, working from home can be considered. It is essential that you are able to manage your own time well and work well both independently and within a team. You will participate in relevant research where appropriate to the role, audit and development projects and contribute within a multidisciplinary team environment working within a multi professional framework and contributing to a first class service through evidence based clinical practice,management, education, research and audit.
You will set and work toward individual and team objectives that reflect corporate plans.
About us
Come Nurse with us...
Cambridge University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is one of the largest teaching Trusts in the country. It comprises Addenbrooke's Hospital and the Rosie Hospital. We provide accessible high-quality healthcare for the local people of Cambridge and regional and national specialist services. It's a great place to nurse, work and live.
You will work on a vibrant hospital campus with a friendly community feel; we have excellent facilities to practise your skills and abilities to support your career pathway and development. Our values of Together - Safe, Kind, Excellent support the delivery of outstanding care. We have a fully electronic patient record system that is improving health-care quality; this is transforming services, improving patient safety and clinical outcomes.
Why choose Cambridge University Hospitals?
- Our values and reputation for outstanding care
- Opportunities to experience a range of specialities
- Career and development opportunities
- Preceptorship and mentoring programmes delivered by a dedicated clinical education support team
- Research experience and opportunities
- £1000 Welcome Subsidy on commencement and up to a further £3000 loan to support your resettlement and contribute towards a deposit or first months' rent subject to eligibility
- Lovely location and quality of life
- Excellent schools/colleges and transport links (road, rail and air)
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see the attached Applicant Information Pack (combined Job Description and Person Specification) for key duties and responsibilities.
- Please note:- Internal applicants on permanent contracts can only apply for this post as a secondment and must have the approval of your current line manager before applying.
This vacancy will close on the 23rd of April
Interviews are due to be held on the 3rd of May
Benefits to you
We offer development opportunities and a wide range of benefits including on-site leisure facilities, shopping concourse, day nurseries and access to a great transport system with easy access to airports and rail travel.
Please note if you would like to discuss the required hours of this role further, you should approach the contact given. In some cases alternative working hours will be considered.
We welcome applications from the Armed Forces.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see the attached Applicant Information Pack (combined Job Description and Person Specification) for key duties and responsibilities.
- Please note:- Internal applicants on permanent contracts can only apply for this post as a secondment and must have the approval of your current line manager before applying.
This vacancy will close on the 23rd of April
Interviews are due to be held on the 3rd of May
Benefits to you
We offer development opportunities and a wide range of benefits including on-site leisure facilities, shopping concourse, day nurseries and access to a great transport system with easy access to airports and rail travel.
Please note if you would like to discuss the required hours of this role further, you should approach the contact given. In some cases alternative working hours will be considered.
We welcome applications from the Armed Forces.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- oRegistered nurse oPost registration qualification in speciality or willingness to complete oBehaviour change/motivational interviewing/counselling skills training/experience oEvidence of CPD (portfolio)
Desirable
- oTraining/further study oSpecialist group membership oUndertaken courses accredited by professional body - relevant to the post oGCP training
Experience
Essential
- oGood general experience oProven development work oMember of MDT and influencial role within MDT oDelivery of Talks and group work, e.g. to patients, MDT or general nurse training oProject work - Individually or part of department team oAudit - maybe in conjunction with senior/more experienced colleague
Desirable
- oExperience of working in the outpatient setting oExposure to/experience of obesity/weight management oStudent Training oExperience of audit and/or research oClinical Point of reference - point of reference for team or wider MDT for a clinical area oExposure to diabetes management (Type 1 and Type 2 diabetes)
Knowledge
Essential
- oUp to date with current general issues in Obesity. oUp to date with current obesity/weight management strategies including Tier 3 referral pathway oDemonstrates good clinical practice oAppreciates own limitation
Desirable
- oUp to date in current weight management oAwareness of the role of Psychology in weight management oAwareness of mental health screening and referral pathways oKnowledge of medication used in Obesity
Skills
Essential
- oGood written communication skills oGood verbal communication and interpersonal skills oWorks well in a team oDemonstrates potential to work on own initiative oTime management skills, organised and able to manage busy workload oBe prepared to deal with sensitive issues oBe able to concentrate through emotional and distressing interviews oAble to convey complex ideas in easily understood language oBe able to function in clinical situations with many people present
Desirable
- oComputer literate, knowledge of Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Publisher and Epic
Additional Requirements
Essential
- The ability to understand and behave at all times, towards patients, visitors and colleagues according to the Trust values of Safe, Kind, Excellent.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- oRegistered nurse oPost registration qualification in speciality or willingness to complete oBehaviour change/motivational interviewing/counselling skills training/experience oEvidence of CPD (portfolio)
Desirable
- oTraining/further study oSpecialist group membership oUndertaken courses accredited by professional body - relevant to the post oGCP training
Experience
Essential
- oGood general experience oProven development work oMember of MDT and influencial role within MDT oDelivery of Talks and group work, e.g. to patients, MDT or general nurse training oProject work - Individually or part of department team oAudit - maybe in conjunction with senior/more experienced colleague
Desirable
- oExperience of working in the outpatient setting oExposure to/experience of obesity/weight management oStudent Training oExperience of audit and/or research oClinical Point of reference - point of reference for team or wider MDT for a clinical area oExposure to diabetes management (Type 1 and Type 2 diabetes)
Knowledge
Essential
- oUp to date with current general issues in Obesity. oUp to date with current obesity/weight management strategies including Tier 3 referral pathway oDemonstrates good clinical practice oAppreciates own limitation
Desirable
- oUp to date in current weight management oAwareness of the role of Psychology in weight management oAwareness of mental health screening and referral pathways oKnowledge of medication used in Obesity
Skills
Essential
- oGood written communication skills oGood verbal communication and interpersonal skills oWorks well in a team oDemonstrates potential to work on own initiative oTime management skills, organised and able to manage busy workload oBe prepared to deal with sensitive issues oBe able to concentrate through emotional and distressing interviews oAble to convey complex ideas in easily understood language oBe able to function in clinical situations with many people present
Desirable
- oComputer literate, knowledge of Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Publisher and Epic
Additional Requirements
Essential
- The ability to understand and behave at all times, towards patients, visitors and colleagues according to the Trust values of Safe, Kind, Excellent.
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).
Employer details
Employer name
Cambridge University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Wolfson Diabetes and Endocrine Clinic
Cambridge University Hospitals, Hills Road
Cambridge
CB2 0QQ
Employer's website
https://www.cuh.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)