PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES CLINICAL 1. Deliver high quality and efficient care for patients in conjunction with the multidisciplinary team. Provide direct and indirect patient care to a specific group of patients. To undertake diagnostic testing for FH using genetic and biochemical tests. This will involve discussing complex information in order to inform and counsel individuals on the significance of such investigations both for the individual and their family members. Provide information, education and support for patients in the diagnosis and follow-up of their condition. Either within multidisciplinary clinic or/and nurse led clinic the nurse will undertake clinical physical patients assessment, provide further specialist advice and education re treatment options, prescribe medication as appropriate. To work with the multidisciplinary team in developing the use of new and emerging therapies for patients with FH. Cannulate and undertake blood sampling from the specific group of patients. To act as an advocate for patients and families, acting in the patients best interests at all times. To use the FH project software to record information for family cascade testing, as directed by the project manager. Liaise with primary services including GPs, community nurses, and health visitors to improve communications. To work with the multidisciplinary team to ensure the genetic database for patients is kept current and updated according to protocols. Deal with complex situations as they arise. Able to analyse and make decisions in relation to patient risk and care. Provide specialist clinical advice within the multidisciplinary team Comply with all requirements of data protection in the NHS MANAGERIAL/LEADERSHIP 1. Work alongside local and national networks and partnerships promoting and disseminating evidence of service development. Liaise with other health organisations directly and attend national meetings to ensure that all new developments in the field are implemented in a timely fashion within the service. Work in partnership across the primary and secondary sectors to identify ways of improving services using integrated care pathways and educational packages as appropriate. Demonstrate the ability to maintain effective relations and communication networks with internal and external agencies. In collaboration with the Multidisciplinary team, develop and review of FH procedures, standards and practices. Initiation and implementation of change where necessary, including supporting primary care with running searches and making appropriate referrals. Assess and manage risks associated with health and safety issues. Participates in the review of complaints and clinical incidents.