Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a nurse to join the Wessex neurological centre as a band 7 clinical nurse specialist. This is an opportunity for a nurse with a good knowledge of epilepsy to join our established team working closely with the neurological Consultants in Southampton. The post holder will be involved in the care of patients managed with medication and those undergoing neurosurgical treatments at University Hospital Southampton sites.
The post holder will be a key point of contact for patients living with epilepsy offering information, advice and support, as well as providing education to our nursing teams within Wessex neurological centre. As a regional centre, the role will require joint working with the Consultants at UHS and liaising with community services across the region.
Main duties of the job
YOUR MAIN DUTIES
Attached you will find the person specification document which provides more detail about the essential and desirable skills and experience needed for this role. We highly recommend you review this document and use it when completing your application as these criteria are used by hiring managers as guidance during shortlisting.
For an overview of the main duties of the role please see the 'Job Description and Main Responsibilities' section below. To understand the day-to-day responsibilities in more detail please read the full job description document attached.
About us
WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU
As one of the largest acute teaching Trusts in England, we offer learning and development opportunities to help you achieve the career you aspire to. UHS is rated 'Good' by the CQC and in the latest national NHS Staff Survey, we were in the top 10 acute trusts for staff engagement and for staff recommending the hospital as a place to work or receive care.
We support flexible working and will consider requests taking into account the needs of the service. UHS employees are able to access a range of NHS discounts, are entitled to a minimum of 35 days paid holiday (pro rata), and we offer a generous pension scheme.
Southampton is an attractive place to live and work situated on the south coast, with an international airport and direct trains to London. The New Forest National Park and beaches of the Jurassic coast are also right on our doorstep. The city offers living costs 20% lower than London and 14 schools rated outstanding by Ofsted.
Job description
Job responsibilities
YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES WHAT YOULL DO
The Band 7 Clinical Nurse Specialist is responsible for the provision of specialist nursing care for a defined patient/client group, practicing autonomously as a core member of the multi-disciplinary team. Duties will include but not restricted to:
- Leading a team to provide the safe therapeutic management of a defined patient / client caseload.
- The identified key worker for a patient/client caseload to co-ordinate / oversee therapeutic treatment and care.
- Oversee the care provision and be responsible for ensuring cover for the support and skill mix required.
- Provide specialist advice, education and support to patients, their carers and other health care professionals. They will practice clinically in agreed care settings and advise and support Divisions regarding the overall management of the service. WHAT WERE LOOKING FOR We are looking for someone who works well within a team, with excellent communication skills and also capable of working autonomously. If you are looking to become part of an exciting and expanding service, whilst making a significant contribution to the quality of life for individuals with epilepsy we would like to hear from you.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Should you have any queries, please use the contact details below to get in touch.
Job description
Job responsibilities
YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES WHAT YOULL DO
The Band 7 Clinical Nurse Specialist is responsible for the provision of specialist nursing care for a defined patient/client group, practicing autonomously as a core member of the multi-disciplinary team. Duties will include but not restricted to:
- Leading a team to provide the safe therapeutic management of a defined patient / client caseload.
- The identified key worker for a patient/client caseload to co-ordinate / oversee therapeutic treatment and care.
- Oversee the care provision and be responsible for ensuring cover for the support and skill mix required.
- Provide specialist advice, education and support to patients, their carers and other health care professionals. They will practice clinically in agreed care settings and advise and support Divisions regarding the overall management of the service. WHAT WERE LOOKING FOR We are looking for someone who works well within a team, with excellent communication skills and also capable of working autonomously. If you are looking to become part of an exciting and expanding service, whilst making a significant contribution to the quality of life for individuals with epilepsy we would like to hear from you.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Should you have any queries, please use the contact details below to get in touch.
Person Specification
Qualifications / training required
Essential
- Registered nurse on relevant part of the NMC register
- Level 7 Post Grad Cert (Min 60 Credits), Master's Degree within relevant speciality or equivalent level of knowledge to be assessed through evidence of relevant speciality training, experience, or portfolio (Must include HTPA)
- Specialist training / Qualification in area of practice
- Supporting colleagues to promote effective learning in practice
- Evidence of experience and completion of all band 6 competencies within relevant speciality
Desirable
- Non-medical prescribing
- Counselling / advanced communication skills qualification / training
- Leadership Qualification / training
- Phlebotomy trained
Previous or relevant experience necessary
Essential
- Specialist clinical skills and experience within specialist area
- Evidence of policy development and implementation
- Evidence of change Management, leadership and innovation
- Evidenced based care philosophy
- Clinical experience at Band 6 or equivalent within relevant speciality
Desirable
- Development / use of integrated patient care pathways
- Multidisciplinary team working
- Experience of nurse -led care / clinics in own practice
- Team leadership role
Aptitudes and skills required
Essential
- Confident of own knowledge base
- Negotiation skills
- Ability to synthesise information quickly and able to communicate
- Excellent communication skills, able to communicate effectively at all levels
- Innovative approach to problem solving
- Able to manage own workload autonomously
- IT skills (Word processing, excel, email and internet as a minimum)
Desirable
- Awareness of own leadership skills/style
Special requirements of the post
Essential
- Clear about professional accountability & Autonomous practice
- Ability to cover full 24hr shift patterns including weekends and BHs
- Able to demonstrate strategic thinking
- Highly Motivated
- Flexibility to attend evening meetings / clinics if required, by prior arrangement
Desirable
- Organisational, business and service planning awareness
Values and behaviours
Essential
- Patients First
- Always Improving
- Working Together
- Evidence of work / life balance
Desirable
- Interests / activities indicating teamwork, leadership, stress management
Person Specification
Qualifications / training required
Essential
- Registered nurse on relevant part of the NMC register
- Level 7 Post Grad Cert (Min 60 Credits), Master's Degree within relevant speciality or equivalent level of knowledge to be assessed through evidence of relevant speciality training, experience, or portfolio (Must include HTPA)
- Specialist training / Qualification in area of practice
- Supporting colleagues to promote effective learning in practice
- Evidence of experience and completion of all band 6 competencies within relevant speciality
Desirable
- Non-medical prescribing
- Counselling / advanced communication skills qualification / training
- Leadership Qualification / training
- Phlebotomy trained
Previous or relevant experience necessary
Essential
- Specialist clinical skills and experience within specialist area
- Evidence of policy development and implementation
- Evidence of change Management, leadership and innovation
- Evidenced based care philosophy
- Clinical experience at Band 6 or equivalent within relevant speciality
Desirable
- Development / use of integrated patient care pathways
- Multidisciplinary team working
- Experience of nurse -led care / clinics in own practice
- Team leadership role
Aptitudes and skills required
Essential
- Confident of own knowledge base
- Negotiation skills
- Ability to synthesise information quickly and able to communicate
- Excellent communication skills, able to communicate effectively at all levels
- Innovative approach to problem solving
- Able to manage own workload autonomously
- IT skills (Word processing, excel, email and internet as a minimum)
Desirable
- Awareness of own leadership skills/style
Special requirements of the post
Essential
- Clear about professional accountability & Autonomous practice
- Ability to cover full 24hr shift patterns including weekends and BHs
- Able to demonstrate strategic thinking
- Highly Motivated
- Flexibility to attend evening meetings / clinics if required, by prior arrangement
Desirable
- Organisational, business and service planning awareness
Values and behaviours
Essential
- Patients First
- Always Improving
- Working Together
- Evidence of work / life balance
Desirable
- Interests / activities indicating teamwork, leadership, stress management
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).
