Job summary
Job Title -Clincial Nurse Specialist Chronic Pain
Hours per week- 37.5 Hours Per Week - Part Time Hours would be considered
Perm/Fixed Term - Permanent
Salary- £35,392 - £42,618 per annum
Closing Date-31st March 2024
Interview Date-22nd April 2024
We are looking for a practitioner to join our expanding chronic pain team working in clinic and in theatre, delivering treatments to patients. The successful candidate will work as part of the multi-disciplinary team and effectively coordinate and deliver an expert nursing service within this specialised area, developing evidence-based nursing care and providing clinical leadership through effective monitoring and implementation of standards.
George Eliot Critical Care is a progressive dynamic service 'small and mighty'. We welcome applications from professionals who wish to develop their career with us and align with our EXCEL values. We are passionate about innovation, service improvement and change which is achieved through listening to our work force and patient group.
This post may close early due to high numbers of applications so you are advised to apply promptly.
All correspondence for this vacancy will be sent by email; please check your account regularly including your Junk and SPAM areas.
A great and friendly place to work, so bring your passion, commitment and expertise and enjoy the opportunities to make a difference every day.
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Main duties of the job
- To work as a practitioner as part of the multi-disciplinary chronic pain service
- To effectively coordinate and deliver an expert nursing service within the specialist area
- To develop evidence-based clinical nursing practice in line with current research and guidelines to facilitate the care of patients suffering from chronic pain
- To provide clinical leadership through effective monitoring and implementation of standards
- To take responsibility for the day-to-day management of the clinical area.
- To deputise for the Senior Sister in their absence
About us
Here at George Eliot our vision to 'excel at patient care' takes centre stage. An ever evolving clinically-led acute service provider we are on a journey to continually provide high quality, safe and responsive services delivered by inspiring, friendly and compassionate staff who share our corporate values which underpin everything we do. Our values are not just words on a piece of paper, they bond us together, reflect our ambition and shape who we are:
Effective Open Communication
excellence and safety in everything we do
Challenge but support
Expect respect and dignity
Local health that inspires confidence
Benefits:On-site nursery, 27 days minimum annual leave plus bank holidays, cycle to work scheme, flexible working, extensive in-house course learning directory, buying and selling of annual leave, subsidised restaurant, tranquillity garden and generous subsidised on-site parking.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To take a lead role in the management of the chronic pain patients.
Deliver a high standard of nursing care without direct supervision, based upon a sound evidence base.
Make advanced comprehensive pain assessment of patients, including those with a complex presentation using investigative and analytical skills.
Undertake and document a comprehensive, systematic and accurate nursing assessment of the physical social and spiritual needs of the patient where appropriate.
To follow up patients as appropriate and ensure all relevant information is available to enable patients to make an informed choice about their treatment.
To coordinate a seamless service through the development of enhanced multidisciplinary team processes and communication.
To lead and develop the specialist element of the care pathway for chronic pain patients
Instigate appropriate action/treatment ensuring effective communication with the patient and other members of the multi-disciplinary team where appropriate.
2.0 Managerial
Ensure clinical care and documentation meet the required standard.
Assist with the implementation of the Nursing Strategy
Assist with the management of ward resources in an efficient and effective manner.
Support Senior Sister/Charge Nurse in the investigation of complaints and clinical incidents within the ward area.
To work alongside clinical staff demonstrating good practice and share experience and learning
3.0. Education
Facilitate the development of nursing practice founded on up-to-date information and research.
Create a learning environment, which actively facilitate learning.
Participate in service audits, reflection and monthly MDT meetings to move the pain team forward.
4.0 Patient Experience
Work with the Multi-Disciplinary Team to ensure high quality patient care
Review patients either within the clinic setting or virtually
Support service collection/ monitoring and report of patient experience / patient questionnaires
5.0 Quality / Research & Development
Working with senior leaders in Clinical Support Services, to support, collect, audit and service data
With the Band 7 identify areas of service quality, identifying areas for risk and improvement, using the Trust risk reporting system as appropriate.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To take a lead role in the management of the chronic pain patients.
Deliver a high standard of nursing care without direct supervision, based upon a sound evidence base.
Make advanced comprehensive pain assessment of patients, including those with a complex presentation using investigative and analytical skills.
Undertake and document a comprehensive, systematic and accurate nursing assessment of the physical social and spiritual needs of the patient where appropriate.
To follow up patients as appropriate and ensure all relevant information is available to enable patients to make an informed choice about their treatment.
To coordinate a seamless service through the development of enhanced multidisciplinary team processes and communication.
To lead and develop the specialist element of the care pathway for chronic pain patients
Instigate appropriate action/treatment ensuring effective communication with the patient and other members of the multi-disciplinary team where appropriate.
2.0 Managerial
Ensure clinical care and documentation meet the required standard.
Assist with the implementation of the Nursing Strategy
Assist with the management of ward resources in an efficient and effective manner.
Support Senior Sister/Charge Nurse in the investigation of complaints and clinical incidents within the ward area.
To work alongside clinical staff demonstrating good practice and share experience and learning
3.0. Education
Facilitate the development of nursing practice founded on up-to-date information and research.
Create a learning environment, which actively facilitate learning.
Participate in service audits, reflection and monthly MDT meetings to move the pain team forward.
4.0 Patient Experience
Work with the Multi-Disciplinary Team to ensure high quality patient care
Review patients either within the clinic setting or virtually
Support service collection/ monitoring and report of patient experience / patient questionnaires
5.0 Quality / Research & Development
Working with senior leaders in Clinical Support Services, to support, collect, audit and service data
With the Band 7 identify areas of service quality, identifying areas for risk and improvement, using the Trust risk reporting system as appropriate.
Person Specification
Experience and Knowledge
Essential
- oAwareness of research/audit within the healthcare setting
- oExposure to managing change
- oEvidence of teaching experience
Desirable
- oSepsis champion role / experience
Qualifications and Professional Training
Essential
- oProfessional qualification NMC/HCPC
- oDegree in Nursing or equivalent or working towards
- oTeaching qualification or evidence of teaching/mentoring
- oOngoing personal/professional development
Desirable
- oLeadership qualification / course
- oCommitment to undertake appropriate specialist training
Skills and Abilities
Essential
- oExcellent written and verbal communication skills
- oStrong presentation skills and ability to convey complex information clearly
- oBuild and maintain effective communication between all members of the multidisciplinary team
- oAbility to deal with complex or stressful situations involving staff, patients and relatives.
- oCompetent user of computer software including Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook & Power Point
Desirable
- oAccuracy and attention to detail in relation to computer data entry and recording of information and policy formation
Personal Qualities
Essential
- oAbility to work alone and as part of a team.
- oAbility to work calmly and effectively when under pressure.
- oAbility to organise time to meet competing priorities
- oUnderstand the limitations of your knowledge and ability.
- oExcellent interpersonal skills and communication
- oAbility to build constructive working relationships with all staff groups
- oAct as a resource for IPC across the local health economy
- oAdaptable
- oAbility to critically assess research and other sources of new knowledge Able to assess, plan and implement care pathways within National guidelines
- oApproachable & Enthusiastic
Desirable
- oAn enquiring and open-minded approach
- oDemonstrates resilience.
Other
Essential
- oAble to work flexibly during work hours to cover department needs
- oNonsmoker in working hours
- oFlexible to meet the requirements of the Trust if required to work in other wards/departments at the request of the manager or other senior hospital manager
Trust Values
Essential
- Effective Open Communication
- Excellence and safety in all that we do
- Challenge but support
- Expect respect and dignity
- Local healthcare that inspires confidence
Person Specification
Experience and Knowledge
Essential
- oAwareness of research/audit within the healthcare setting
- oExposure to managing change
- oEvidence of teaching experience
Desirable
- oSepsis champion role / experience
Qualifications and Professional Training
Essential
- oProfessional qualification NMC/HCPC
- oDegree in Nursing or equivalent or working towards
- oTeaching qualification or evidence of teaching/mentoring
- oOngoing personal/professional development
Desirable
- oLeadership qualification / course
- oCommitment to undertake appropriate specialist training
Skills and Abilities
Essential
- oExcellent written and verbal communication skills
- oStrong presentation skills and ability to convey complex information clearly
- oBuild and maintain effective communication between all members of the multidisciplinary team
- oAbility to deal with complex or stressful situations involving staff, patients and relatives.
- oCompetent user of computer software including Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook & Power Point
Desirable
- oAccuracy and attention to detail in relation to computer data entry and recording of information and policy formation
Personal Qualities
Essential
- oAbility to work alone and as part of a team.
- oAbility to work calmly and effectively when under pressure.
- oAbility to organise time to meet competing priorities
- oUnderstand the limitations of your knowledge and ability.
- oExcellent interpersonal skills and communication
- oAbility to build constructive working relationships with all staff groups
- oAct as a resource for IPC across the local health economy
- oAdaptable
- oAbility to critically assess research and other sources of new knowledge Able to assess, plan and implement care pathways within National guidelines
- oApproachable & Enthusiastic
Desirable
- oAn enquiring and open-minded approach
- oDemonstrates resilience.
Other
Essential
- oAble to work flexibly during work hours to cover department needs
- oNonsmoker in working hours
- oFlexible to meet the requirements of the Trust if required to work in other wards/departments at the request of the manager or other senior hospital manager
Trust Values
Essential
- Effective Open Communication
- Excellence and safety in all that we do
- Challenge but support
- Expect respect and dignity
- Local healthcare that inspires confidence
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
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).
