Job summary
An opportunity has arisen within The Robert Jones and Agnes Hunt Orthopaedic Hospital NHS Foundation Trust for Clinical Nurse Specialist in Pain Management in the development of a world class pain service at one of the leading specialist hospitals in the United Kingdom. The Pain Management Service will be integral to patient recovery, functioning as a key element of perioperative care, non-surgical treatment pathways, and complex rehabilitation.
This is an exciting opportunity to shape the future of pain care in one of the UK's foremost specialist orthopaedic hospitals. The successful applicant will collaboratively be working closely with expert pain nurses, specialist physiotherapists, a clinical psychologist, and surgical teams across the Trust. The role focuses on the development of patient-centred pathways, interventional pain procedures, and embedding a biopsychosocial model in musculoskeletal and post-surgical pain management.
** Pay banding subject to agenda for change evaluation **
Main duties of the job
The post holder will be responsible to deliver specialist nursing care and provide highly specialist advice and support within the pain service MDT and to organisation colleagues.
To ensure delivery of their autonomous practice in the specialist area, with a high level of experience, highly advanced clinical skills and a broad in-depth theoretical knowledge base.
To evaluate and triage referrals into the pain service and act within their professional boundaries, will provide care for the presenting patient with pain from the initial appointment which will include: history taking, clinical assessment, diagnosis, treatment, evaluation and discharge of their care.
Demonstrate safe, clinical decision-making, providing expert care for patients with highly complex pain problems and often complex health and social care needs in a variety of settings.
Lead and take responsibility for the nursing component of the pain service and work collaboratively with the multi-disciplinary pain management team to meet the needs of patients using an integrated care model and supporting the delivery of policy and procedures
Provide leadership and supervision to delegated team members, whilst providing expert knowledge to healthcare professionals within RJAH and supporting patients and families.
About us
The Robert Jones and Agnes Hunt Orthopaedic NHS Trust (RJAH)is one of the leading orthopaedic hospitals in the country, with some of the highest levels of staff and patient satisfaction, as well as a strong reputation for research and innovation.
In the National Staff Survey, 74% of our staff would recommend the Trust as a place to work and 92% would recommend the hospital to a friend or relative for treatment.
Joining RJAH is more than just a job - we want our people to have the best opportunities to thrive in their role.We have a range of fantastic staff benefits on offer to everyone who joins RJAH and you'll have access to outstanding professional development opportunities and state-of-the-art facilities - including our recently-opened £6 million Headley Court Veterans' Orthopaedic Centre (the first unit of its kind in the UK).RJAH has strong links with a range of universities including Staffordshire, Keele, Glyndwr, Chester and Birmingham.The hospital is located on a site outside Oswestry in Oswestry, just off the A5. The nearest train station is in Gobowen, approximately two miles from the hospital. The station is part of the Chester to Birmingham line.We are based in North Shropshire, close to the border with North and Mid Wales. It is one of the most attractive parts of the country, with a rich historic culture and excellent transport links. It offers outstanding opportunities for anyone who enjoys an outdoor lifestyle or is looking to raise a family.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Full description attached
The post holder will have a good understanding of the complex pain referral pathway. They will evaluate, scrutinise, accept/reject and process referrals, liaising and collaborating with other primary and secondary care teams
They will conduct a full assessment of patients presenting with undifferentiated, undiagnosed problems, using advanced clinical skills in history taking, problem-solving and clinical decision-making to establish a diagnosis and develop a management plan
The post holder will require a high level of specialist knowledge and skills which are underpinned by theory and practice to meet patients with additional learning needs or disabilities. Assist in the development and setting up of new patient services/clinics/pathways as required utilising highly specialised knowledge and experience.
The post holder will be a non-medical prescriber with highly specialist knowledge in the medications used for pain.
Demonstrate advanced teaching, sharing and innovating skills.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Full description attached
The post holder will have a good understanding of the complex pain referral pathway. They will evaluate, scrutinise, accept/reject and process referrals, liaising and collaborating with other primary and secondary care teams
They will conduct a full assessment of patients presenting with undifferentiated, undiagnosed problems, using advanced clinical skills in history taking, problem-solving and clinical decision-making to establish a diagnosis and develop a management plan
The post holder will require a high level of specialist knowledge and skills which are underpinned by theory and practice to meet patients with additional learning needs or disabilities. Assist in the development and setting up of new patient services/clinics/pathways as required utilising highly specialised knowledge and experience.
The post holder will be a non-medical prescriber with highly specialist knowledge in the medications used for pain.
Demonstrate advanced teaching, sharing and innovating skills.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- First Level Degree
- NMC Specialist Registration Independent prescriber qualification.
- Evidence of continuing and recent CPD to masters degree level or equivalent
Desirable
- Successful Completion of a Pain Management Course at Degree level
Experience
Essential
- Highly competent clinician with advanced clinical reasoning skills in pain management
- Highly advanced understanding of complex pain management as it applies to pain processing, chronic pain and patients with musculoskeletal pain
- Knowledge of pharmaceutical therapies/medications used in pain management.
Desirable
- ACT/CBT course or evidence of previous practice.
- Keen to expand knowledge in complex pain
Skills & Competencies
Essential
- Dealing with differing views sensitively within the multidisciplinary team and working towards conflict resolution and problem solving to enhance team working and patient care
- Critical analytical skills
Desirable
- Strategic planning in relation to the pain management service.
Knowledge
Essential
- Knowledge of NICE, Royal College of Anaesthetists Faculty of Pain Medicine and British Pain Society guidelines relating to evidence based pain management.
- Evidence of expert specialist knowledge for acute, chronic and musculo- skeletal pain management.
- Health and safety issues and clinical governance issues as they apply to pain service practice
Desirable
- Training in TENS, Acupuncture, ACT
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- First Level Degree
- NMC Specialist Registration Independent prescriber qualification.
- Evidence of continuing and recent CPD to masters degree level or equivalent
Desirable
- Successful Completion of a Pain Management Course at Degree level
Experience
Essential
- Highly competent clinician with advanced clinical reasoning skills in pain management
- Highly advanced understanding of complex pain management as it applies to pain processing, chronic pain and patients with musculoskeletal pain
- Knowledge of pharmaceutical therapies/medications used in pain management.
Desirable
- ACT/CBT course or evidence of previous practice.
- Keen to expand knowledge in complex pain
Skills & Competencies
Essential
- Dealing with differing views sensitively within the multidisciplinary team and working towards conflict resolution and problem solving to enhance team working and patient care
- Critical analytical skills
Desirable
- Strategic planning in relation to the pain management service.
Knowledge
Essential
- Knowledge of NICE, Royal College of Anaesthetists Faculty of Pain Medicine and British Pain Society guidelines relating to evidence based pain management.
- Evidence of expert specialist knowledge for acute, chronic and musculo- skeletal pain management.
- Health and safety issues and clinical governance issues as they apply to pain service practice
Desirable
- Training in TENS, Acupuncture, ACT
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
Robert Jones and Agnes Hunt Orthopaedic Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
Address
The Robert Jones and Agnes Hunt Orthopaedic Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
Oswestry
SY10 7AG
Employer's website
https://www.rjah.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
