Job summary
We are looking for an experienced nurse to lead the Therapeutic Plasma Exchange Service at The National Hospital for Neurology and Neurosurgery. As a result of increasing clinical demand the lead nurse will be responsible for overseeing the expansion and development of the neurology plasma exchange service. Plasma Exchange is an intervention which is used for the acute and chronic treatment of autoimmune neurological conditions such as Myasthenia Gravis, Guillain-Barr Syndrome, Neuromyelitis Optica Spectrum Disorder, autonomic neuropathy, stiff person syndrome and Autoimmune Encephalitis amongst others
Main duties of the job
The post holder will have experience of working at a senior level with patients with neurological disease, be an expert in the delivery of therapeutic plasma exchange and will possess exemplary skills in delivering therapy through peripheral and central access devices including port a caths.
Development and training of the nursing team and increasing the capacity of the service in the inpatient and outpatient setting is a key aspect of the role. The successful candidate will hold a mentorship or teaching qualification and will have demonstrable leadership qualities and skills. Project management, ability to lead service improvement initiatives and budget responsibility are essential skills for this role.
This is a service for neurology patients and it is the expectation that disease outcome measurement and neurological examination will form part of the role. The successful candidate will conduct telephone clinics with neurological patients and will be responsible for the development of standard operating procedures and protocols for the service. There will the opportunity to lead audit and research projects and present and publish the findings.
It is expected that the post holder will work closely with clinical and non-clinical leads to ensure there is safe delivery of the service, that team members are supported to attain an appropriate level of competence, and that systems and procedures are created and embedded.
About us
University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust (UCLH) is one of the most complex NHS trusts in the UK, serving a large and diverse population. We provide academically-led acute and specialist services, to people from the local area, from throughout the United Kingdom and overseas. Our vision is to deliver top-quality patient care, excellent education and world-class research. We provide first-class acute and specialist services across eight sites: University College Hospital (incorporating the Elizabeth Garrett Anderson Wing) National Hospital for Neurology and Neurosurgery Royal National Throat,Nose and Ear Hospital Eastman Dental Hospital Royal London Hospital for Integrated Medicine University College Hospital Macmillan Cancer Centre The Hospital for Tropical Diseases University College Hospitals at Westmoreland Street We are dedicated to the diagnosis and treatment of many complex illnesses. UCLH specialises in women's health and the treatment of cancer, infection, neurological, gastrointestinal and oral disease. It has world class support services including critical care, imaging, nuclear medicine and pathology. At UCLH, we have a real 'One Team' ethos, and our values - safety, kindness, teamwork and improving, are central to the way we work. This is supported by our staff, who voted us as the #1 NHS Acute Trust to work for in the whole of England.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Nurses working at an advanced or senior level will:
Work and lead, with support from the specialist consultant, on a suitable, safe, and effective pathway protocol for the transition of patients requiring urgent plasma exchange intervention to routine scheduled sessions. To lead and develop teaching and training of healthcare professionals to deliver plasma exchange in the PLEX unit.
To lead and develop teaching and training of healthcare professionals to deliver plasma exchange from the ITU to hospital wide patient population.
Maintain skills and experience in management of plasma exchange services and facilitate the implementation of the UCLH Nursing & Midwifery strategy. To review plasma exchange nursing practice on the PLEX Unit and implement appropriate changes based on research/best practice. To review plasma exchange nursing practice situated in the ITU and implement appropriate changes based on research/best practice. Develop and implement audit, quality and risk management initiatives within the plasma exchange service To contribute to the development of services required for patients receiving plasma exchange within the NHNN. Practice autonomously and be self-directed.
Undertake assessment of individuals using a range of different assessment methods in relation to plasma exchange treatment. This may include physical examination or ordering and interpreting blood results.
Undertake nurse led pre and post admission clinics
Liaise with the haematology and neurology teams to address and manage coagulation abnormalities due to plasma exchange treatment.
Actively seek and participate in peer review of own practice.
Appropriately define the boundaries of practice.
Promote and participate in the implementation of the UCLH Nursing & Midwifery strategy and Core Standards and contribute towards achieving the TrustsObjectives.
To be an integral part of the specialist plasma exchange team providing a quality driven service for patients.
Will ensure that key standards of service delivery are measured, reported, and acted upon.
Provide education to patients, families and healthcare professionals.
To be a visible and accessible lead within the plasma exchange service at the NHNN.
Participate professional self-development and individual performance review (IPR).
To develop own skills in vascular insertion and management and lead on embedding this as a core skill in the nursing team
Job description
Job responsibilities
Nurses working at an advanced or senior level will:
Work and lead, with support from the specialist consultant, on a suitable, safe, and effective pathway protocol for the transition of patients requiring urgent plasma exchange intervention to routine scheduled sessions. To lead and develop teaching and training of healthcare professionals to deliver plasma exchange in the PLEX unit.
To lead and develop teaching and training of healthcare professionals to deliver plasma exchange from the ITU to hospital wide patient population.
Maintain skills and experience in management of plasma exchange services and facilitate the implementation of the UCLH Nursing & Midwifery strategy. To review plasma exchange nursing practice on the PLEX Unit and implement appropriate changes based on research/best practice. To review plasma exchange nursing practice situated in the ITU and implement appropriate changes based on research/best practice. Develop and implement audit, quality and risk management initiatives within the plasma exchange service To contribute to the development of services required for patients receiving plasma exchange within the NHNN. Practice autonomously and be self-directed.
Undertake assessment of individuals using a range of different assessment methods in relation to plasma exchange treatment. This may include physical examination or ordering and interpreting blood results.
Undertake nurse led pre and post admission clinics
Liaise with the haematology and neurology teams to address and manage coagulation abnormalities due to plasma exchange treatment.
Actively seek and participate in peer review of own practice.
Appropriately define the boundaries of practice.
Promote and participate in the implementation of the UCLH Nursing & Midwifery strategy and Core Standards and contribute towards achieving the TrustsObjectives.
To be an integral part of the specialist plasma exchange team providing a quality driven service for patients.
Will ensure that key standards of service delivery are measured, reported, and acted upon.
Provide education to patients, families and healthcare professionals.
To be a visible and accessible lead within the plasma exchange service at the NHNN.
Participate professional self-development and individual performance review (IPR).
To develop own skills in vascular insertion and management and lead on embedding this as a core skill in the nursing team
Person Specification
Knowledge and Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Nurse (Adult)
- Relevant post-registration experience - 2 years band 6 or 7
- Teaching/Assessment programme
- Leadership development programme
- Management development programme
Desirable
- Management development programme
- Completed/completing Masters Degree
- Advanced communication skill course
Experience
Essential
- Minimum 2 years' relevant post registration experience in same specialty (PLEX)
- Minimum 2 years' relevant post registration experience in same specialty (PLEX)
- Evidence of developing & leading nurse led services
- Evidence of ability to work collaboratively or autonomously (as required)
- Knowledge of key professional issues and NMC guidelines relating to professional practice
- Able to respond appropriately to accident or untoward clinical incidents
- Participate in and comply with UCLH, and Divisional clinical governance frameworks
- Evidence of continuing professional development
- Previous experience of formal & informal teaching of patients & staff
- Previous experience of developing standards, guidelines and policies
- Previous experience in audit and evaluation of practice / services
- Experience in acting as a clinical supervisor and mentor
- Previous experience in budgetary management
- Innovative approach to service delivery
- Ability to manage change
Desirable
- Experience in developing Service Strategies
Skills and Abilities
Essential
- Demonstrates commitment to multi-disciplinary working
- Demonstrates commitment to multi-disciplinary working
- Able to negotiate effectively with different disciplines
- Understanding of relevant national strategy / policy and how this relates to the service
- Demonstrates a clear vision of the role and service.
- Decision making skills
- Able to resolve complex problems
- Able to initiate, sustain and evaluate change
- Understanding of and commitment to ensure equal opportunities
- Commitment to principles of best practice in Customer Care
Communication
Essential
- Effective communicator, in writing, verbally & electronically
- Keyboard and word processing skills
Desirable
Personal and People Development
Essential
- Commitment to maintaining own fitness for practice through maintaining a personal portfolio of competencies
- Experience as a preceptor/facilitator/mentor
- Reflective in practice
- Evidence of ability to work both collaboratively and autonomously
Person Specification
Knowledge and Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Nurse (Adult)
- Relevant post-registration experience - 2 years band 6 or 7
- Teaching/Assessment programme
- Leadership development programme
- Management development programme
Desirable
- Management development programme
- Completed/completing Masters Degree
- Advanced communication skill course
Experience
Essential
- Minimum 2 years' relevant post registration experience in same specialty (PLEX)
- Minimum 2 years' relevant post registration experience in same specialty (PLEX)
- Evidence of developing & leading nurse led services
- Evidence of ability to work collaboratively or autonomously (as required)
- Knowledge of key professional issues and NMC guidelines relating to professional practice
- Able to respond appropriately to accident or untoward clinical incidents
- Participate in and comply with UCLH, and Divisional clinical governance frameworks
- Evidence of continuing professional development
- Previous experience of formal & informal teaching of patients & staff
- Previous experience of developing standards, guidelines and policies
- Previous experience in audit and evaluation of practice / services
- Experience in acting as a clinical supervisor and mentor
- Previous experience in budgetary management
- Innovative approach to service delivery
- Ability to manage change
Desirable
- Experience in developing Service Strategies
Skills and Abilities
Essential
- Demonstrates commitment to multi-disciplinary working
- Demonstrates commitment to multi-disciplinary working
- Able to negotiate effectively with different disciplines
- Understanding of relevant national strategy / policy and how this relates to the service
- Demonstrates a clear vision of the role and service.
- Decision making skills
- Able to resolve complex problems
- Able to initiate, sustain and evaluate change
- Understanding of and commitment to ensure equal opportunities
- Commitment to principles of best practice in Customer Care
Communication
Essential
- Effective communicator, in writing, verbally & electronically
- Keyboard and word processing skills
Desirable
Personal and People Development
Essential
- Commitment to maintaining own fitness for practice through maintaining a personal portfolio of competencies
- Experience as a preceptor/facilitator/mentor
- Reflective in practice
- Evidence of ability to work both collaboratively and autonomously
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
University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Address
National Hospital for Neurology and Neurosurgery
Queen Square
London
WC1N 3BG
Employer's website
https://www.uclh.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)
