Nurse Specialist
An exciting opportunity for a Band 6 Nurse Specialist in Ophthalmology, Eye Emergency Department (EED).
The post holder will work autonomously and provide a high level of clinical management and care to patients within the ophthalmic speciality. They will act as a role model for clinical practice, working closely with the multidisciplinary team and other key stakeholders.
The post holder is required to achieve a wide range of core clinical competencies for advanced clinical assessment and examination, including but not limited to:
- Clinical data interpretation, investigation and treatment.
- Diagnosis and disease management.
- Delivery of clinical interventions and treatments and mentoring junior staff members.
Main duties of the job
The post holder will be expected to work flexibly to cover days and some weekend shifts within their job plan. They will work collaboratively with the multi-disciplinary team in EED and within professional guidelines and trust values.
- Maintain a high standard of clinical work when carrying out nursing procedures.
- Responsible for the safe custody of medication, including checking and administration.
- Ensure compliance with the clinical governance framework, motivate colleagues, champion service user safety and dignity, and drive continuous improvement.
Job responsibilities
The Newcastle upon Tyne Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust defines a nurse specialist as a qualified nurse whose primary purpose is to provide guidance and support based on advanced level knowledge to patients, carers and health professionals concerning a specific disease/condition.
- Work towards advanced knowledge and skills within the specialist sphere of practice.
- Contribute to the facilitation of planning, delivery and evaluation of care pathways for a designated group of patients.
- Support the development of nursing practice within the specialist field and contribute to the body of nursing knowledge.
- Contribute to training and education within the specialist area.
Qualifications & Education
- Registered nurse (appropriate to branch)
- Current NMC registration
- Diploma plus specialist qualifications/experience within specialist area; prepared to take degree level study
- Meets Nursing and Midwifery Council standards for student supervision and assessment (formally Mentorship) if relevant to role
- Current driving licence if relevant to role
- Degree in health related subject
Knowledge & Experience
- Some post registration experience within related specialist area of practice
- Extended clinical practice underpinned by training supervision & assessment
- Knowledge and understanding of relevant NHS policy or project specific policy context
- Understanding/experience of adult/child safeguarding
- Evidence of ongoing continuous professional development
- Research or audit experience
- Evidence of contribution towards education and training programmes
Skills & Abilities
- Effective report writing skills
- Ability to work independently and as a member of a team
- Effective organisation and time management skills
- Change management skills and involvement in project work
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to 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.
The Newcastle upon Tyne Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
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