Job summary
We are currently looking for a new Tracheostomy Specialist Nurse to join our ENT/Head and Neck team. If you are competent and confident in looking after patients with tracheostomies this could be an exciting opportunity for you.
The team works with patients with both acute and long term airway issues from Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland. The Tracheostomy Specialist Nurse along with the Lead Nurse are responsible for managing both inpatients within the trust with tracheostomies as well as a caseload of approximately 70 patients living in the community with long term tracheostomy needs.
Candidates need to be enthusiastic and motivated nurses with previous tracheostomy experience. ENT/ Head and Neck experience is desirable. Teaching skills are essential as the Tracheostomy Specialist Nurse will not only provide teaching to staff but also plays a vital role in teaching patients and family members how to care for their tracheostomies at home.
The successful candidate will be supported with both education and continuing professional development.
Main duties of the job
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The purpose of the post is to provide expert specialist clinical nursing practice for both inpatients and outpatients using evidence based practice in line with current research and guidelines
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They will ensure that patients and their families are fully informed and supported. The post holder will liaise with other members of the multi-disciplinary team when required to ensure delivery of reliable high quality care.
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Ear, nose and throat (ENT) covers a multitude of conditions from Meniere's and tinnitus to glue ear, nasal polyps, laryngitis and much more.
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Our ENT Department provide comprehensive and specialised care covering both medical and surgical conditions related not just specifically to the ear, nose and throat, but also other areas in the head and neck region.
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We deal with all aspects of ENT from minor procedures such as putting in grommets to major complex head and neck surgery for patients with cancer.
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Our dedicated team provide professional and friendly health care to adults and children of all ages. The department liaises with the Speech and Language Therapy team within the hospital when necessary.
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We havea Hearing Services department that looks after paediatric and adult patients who are hard of hearing. The serviceprescribes NHS hearing aids and runs rehabilitation programs for patients who have tinnitus and balance issues.
About us
We are one of the biggest and busiest NHS trusts in the country, incorporating the General, Glenfield and Royal Infirmary hospitals. We have our very own Children's Hospital and run one of the country's leading heart centres.
Our team is made up of more than 17,000 staff providing a range of services primarily for the one million residents of Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland.We work with partners at the University of Leicester and De Montfort University providing world-class teaching to nurture and develop the next generation of doctors, nurses and other healthcare professionals, many of whom go on to spend their working lives with us.
Our purpose is to provide 'Caring at its best' and our staff have helped us create a set of values that embody who we are and what we're here to do. They are:
- We focus on what matters most
- We treat others how we would like to be treated
- We are passionate and creative in our work
- We do what we say we are going to do
- We are one team and we are best when we work together
Our patients are at the heart of all we do and we believe that 'Caring at its best' is not just about the treatments and services we provide, but about giving our patients the best possible experience.
About the University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust: (leicestershospitals.nhs.uk)
Job description
Job responsibilities
Work autonomously, providing an effective nurse-led service as needs dictate.
Demonstrate comprehensive holistic assessment of patients utilising a variety of advanced clinical skills, while acting as a role model, in line with the Clinical Nurse Specialist role for the service.
Provide an effective and accessible telephone advice service for patients and families and their carers.
Support innovations and change related to improvement of clinical services in relation to the speciality.
To participate in reviews of performance against Key Performance Indicators and co-operate in addressing areas of concern, in conjunction with the multi-disciplinary team.
Collaborate in the development and monitoring of a job plan to ensure role and personal effectiveness.
(Please refer to the job description/person specification for further details)
Job description
Job responsibilities
Work autonomously, providing an effective nurse-led service as needs dictate.
Demonstrate comprehensive holistic assessment of patients utilising a variety of advanced clinical skills, while acting as a role model, in line with the Clinical Nurse Specialist role for the service.
Provide an effective and accessible telephone advice service for patients and families and their carers.
Support innovations and change related to improvement of clinical services in relation to the speciality.
To participate in reviews of performance against Key Performance Indicators and co-operate in addressing areas of concern, in conjunction with the multi-disciplinary team.
Collaborate in the development and monitoring of a job plan to ensure role and personal effectiveness.
(Please refer to the job description/person specification for further details)
Person Specification
Training & Qualifications
Essential
- Current NMC registration with no restrictions to practice
- Degree level education or working towards
- Qualification in Teaching/mentoring
Desirable
- Previous ENT/ Head and Neck experience.
Experience
Essential
- Significant experience at band 5 or above in specialist area, or relevant area with transferable skills.
Communication and relationship skills
Essential
- Ability to work both autonomously as well as part of the multi-disciplinary team.
- Excellent communication both written and verbal.
- Excellent interpersonal skills.
Analytical and Judgement skills
Essential
- Demonstrates evidence of flexibility/ initiative and risk management
- Evidence of ability to evaluate, analyse and resolve issues and problems.
Desirable
- Evidence of participation in or having undertaken research/audit
Skills
Essential
- Previous tracheostomy experience.
- Evidence of ability to show initiative and make sound decisions.
Desirable
- Evidence of managing/ leading change.
Planning and organisation skills
Essential
- Excellent time management skills.
- Able to organise own workload
- Able to plan and delegate roles to others as appropriate.
Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
Essential
- Able to demonstrate a commitment to and understanding of the importance of treating all individuals with dignity and respect appropriate to their individual needs.
- All staff expected to engage in compassionate and inclusive leadership in the provision of high quality care and interactions with others.
Commitment to Trust Values and Behaviours
Essential
- Must be able to demonstrate behaviours consistent with the Trust's Values and Behaviours
Person Specification
Training & Qualifications
Essential
- Current NMC registration with no restrictions to practice
- Degree level education or working towards
- Qualification in Teaching/mentoring
Desirable
- Previous ENT/ Head and Neck experience.
Experience
Essential
- Significant experience at band 5 or above in specialist area, or relevant area with transferable skills.
Communication and relationship skills
Essential
- Ability to work both autonomously as well as part of the multi-disciplinary team.
- Excellent communication both written and verbal.
- Excellent interpersonal skills.
Analytical and Judgement skills
Essential
- Demonstrates evidence of flexibility/ initiative and risk management
- Evidence of ability to evaluate, analyse and resolve issues and problems.
Desirable
- Evidence of participation in or having undertaken research/audit
Skills
Essential
- Previous tracheostomy experience.
- Evidence of ability to show initiative and make sound decisions.
Desirable
- Evidence of managing/ leading change.
Planning and organisation skills
Essential
- Excellent time management skills.
- Able to organise own workload
- Able to plan and delegate roles to others as appropriate.
Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
Essential
- Able to demonstrate a commitment to and understanding of the importance of treating all individuals with dignity and respect appropriate to their individual needs.
- All staff expected to engage in compassionate and inclusive leadership in the provision of high quality care and interactions with others.
Commitment to Trust Values and Behaviours
Essential
- Must be able to demonstrate behaviours consistent with the Trust's Values and Behaviours
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).
