Job summary Associate Vascular Access Clinical Nurse Specialist We are looking to recruit a Band 6 Associate Clinical Nurse Specialist to provide vascular access advice, guidance & support to facilitate care that incorporates high quality clinical practice without supervision but under the guidance of the Lead Clinical Nurse Specialist in Vascular Access in collaboration with the multi-disciplinary teams and in line with local and national guidance. The successful candidate will have a key role in setting the standards and contribute to improving IV care for both inpatients and outpatients'. We are looking for individuals who are well organized, able to use their initiative and can ensure best practice to ensure outstanding patient care is delivered. You will be working under the direction of the Lead VA Nurse to ensure that Vascular Access and IV care are evidence-based and that this reflects on education programmes. The post holder will also undertake regular audits to assess the impact of education interventions. Experience with PICC & Midline insertion and ultrasound techniques are essential. Due to the high clinical focus of the role the successful applicant must be highly motivated and enthusiastic with excellent communication skills and sound clinical background. Main duties of the job The specialist nursing role will actively contribute to the on-going development of the Vascular Access Service across the trust and ensure that it delivers and promotes best practice in the care and management of all vascular access devices, promoting aseptic non touch technique to reduce the risk of device related complications and in particular infection. The post holder will provide specialist service and support and deputise for their line manager in the management of their clinical specialty and in conjunction with the Infection, prevention and control team. This will involve dealing with complex situations and having to take appropriate action in a variety of settings. Be expert in peripheral intravenous cannulation. Be expert in the insertion of Peripherally Inserted Central Catheters (PICCs) and Midlines. Also, removal of tunneled catheters Undertake training and become proficient in utilizing ultrasound guided venous cannulation techniques (e.g. peripheral and central veins). Use ultrasound to identify common anatomical variations (e.g. thrombosis of target vein). Be able to verify tip catheter position and recognition of complications such as pneumothorax using image intensification, ECG technology and tracking devices. Ordering and interpreting radiological investigations such as CXR when necessary. About us Reading sits on the river Thames and is served by great road and rail links to London, Oxford and Southampton. With excellent leisure and shopping facilities, and a thriving cultural scene, Reading is a wonderful place to live, work and play and provides excellent facilities for families, including some of the best state and private schools in the UK. The CQC recently rated the care provided by the Royal Berkshire NHS Foundation Trust as Good. Our values: Compassionate, Aspirational, Resourceful, Excellent, reflect the type of Trust we aspire to be and you can join our dedicated and talented staff to make this happen. Date posted 07 November 2024 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 6 Salary £37,338 to £44,962 a year per annum Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time Reference number 193-6741712UCGB6-AVACNS Job locations Royal Berkshire Hospital London Road Reading RG1 5AN Job description Job responsibilities The specialist nursing role will actively contribute to the on-going development of the Vascular Access Service across the trust and ensure that it delivers and promotes best practice in the care and management of all vascular access devices, promoting aseptic non touch technique to reduce the risk of device related complications and in particular infection. The post holder will provide specialist service and support and deputise for their line manager in the management of their clinical specialty and in conjunction with the Infection, prevention and control team. This will involve dealing with complex situations and having to take appropriate action in a variety of settings. Be expert in peripheral intravenous cannulation. Be expert in the insertion and removal of Peripherally Inserted Central Catheters (PICCs). Undertake training and become proficient in utilising ultrasound guided venous cannulation techniques (e.g. peripheral and central veins). Use ultrasound to identify common anatomical variations (e.g. thrombosis of target vein). Be able to verify tip catheter position and recognition of complications such as pneumothorax using image intensification, ECG technology and tracking devices. Ordering and interpreting radiological investigations such as CXR when necessary. Troubleshooting of vascular access related complications Supporting training and education for staff, patients and others. Please refer to the attached Job Description & Person Specification for further details. Job description Job responsibilities The specialist nursing role will actively contribute to the on-going development of the Vascular Access Service across the trust and ensure that it delivers and promotes best practice in the care and management of all vascular access devices, promoting aseptic non touch technique to reduce the risk of device related complications and in particular infection. The post holder will provide specialist service and support and deputise for their line manager in the management of their clinical specialty and in conjunction with the Infection, prevention and control team. This will involve dealing with complex situations and having to take appropriate action in a variety of settings. Be expert in peripheral intravenous cannulation. Be expert in the insertion and removal of Peripherally Inserted Central Catheters (PICCs). Undertake training and become proficient in utilising ultrasound guided venous cannulation techniques (e.g. peripheral and central veins). Use ultrasound to identify common anatomical variations (e.g. thrombosis of target vein). Be able to verify tip catheter position and recognition of complications such as pneumothorax using image intensification, ECG technology and tracking devices. Ordering and interpreting radiological investigations such as CXR when necessary. Troubleshooting of vascular access related complications Supporting training and education for staff, patients and others. Please refer to the attached Job Description & Person Specification for further details. Person Specification Qualifications Essential Registered Nurse Demonstrable relevant post registration experience - vascular access Desirable Post-registration qualification in vascular access or equivalent specialist area (where applicable) Experience Essential Post registration experience Recent clinical experience in related client group Person Specification Qualifications Essential Registered Nurse Demonstrable relevant post registration experience - vascular access Desirable Post-registration qualification in vascular access or equivalent specialist area (where applicable) Experience Essential Post registration experience Recent clinical experience in related client group 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. 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. 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 Royal Berkshire NHS Foundation Trust Address Royal Berkshire Hospital London Road Reading RG1 5AN Employer's website https://www.royalberkshire.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)