Job summary The post of Epilepsy Specialist Nurse is an exciting opportunity to work within a dynamic and supportive team to provide high quality specialist care to people who live with Epilepsy. Act as a specialist resource and independent practitioner, managing a defined caseload of patients within the agreed scope of practice and taking responsibility for continuity of care. This will include assessing patients often with highly complex or chronic conditions, providing advice to others involved in their care, as well as planning and implementation of care packages. The running of nurse led clinics and comprehensive follow up services; and ensuring a smooth transition for patients through the relevant pathways. Main duties of the job Work as part of a team that provide high quality patient services to people with Epilepsy and those involved with their care/management; within a defined catchment area whilst working within local/national standards and guidelines. Responsibility for the assessment of care needs, the development and evaluation of programmes of care and the setting of standards of care. To optimise the continuity of care of patients between the hospital and community, through facilitating opportunities for liaison between all those involved in the healthcare of the patient. To have relevant expertise and knowledge related to investigations and treatment options specific to epilepsy; in order to provide patients with necessary information to ensure informed consent for treatment. To manage a caseload of patients under supervision of the senior specialist nurse, supporting individual, agreed management regimes with the patient. To act sensitively, confidentially and with empathy, demonstrating an understanding of wide-ranging physical and emotional needs. Support patients and/or their relatives/carers in managing contentious, sensitive and delicate issues and dealing with challenging behaviour; seeking support of senior specialist nurse when appropriate. To ensure accurate, contemporaneous and timely care records, both written and electronic, having due regard for legal issues and confidentiality. About us The Neurology Outreach Department supports its staff to develop innovative healthcare services within subspecialist teams. The focus is on developing you to be your best in order that you provide expert knowledge, advice and support to the patients. You will be working for an organisation which values and respects all of its staff and the community it serves. The Trust is a leader in the NHS and research sectors and provides excellent benefits for its staff. This includes commitments to professional development but also many policies to support employees in balancing their personal and professional lives. Date posted 17 January 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 6 Salary £37,338 to £44,962 a year pa/pro rata for part time staff Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time, Part-time Reference number 190-8783-DIR Job locations Royal Hallamshire Hospital Glossop Road Sheffield S10 2JF Job description Job responsibilities Please view the attached Job Description and Person Specification documents for full details regarding this post. When completing your application please ensure that you clearly demonstrate how you meet the role criteria. Job description Job responsibilities Please view the attached Job Description and Person Specification documents for full details regarding this post. When completing your application please ensure that you clearly demonstrate how you meet the role criteria. Person Specification Qualifications Essential Registered Nurse Current NMC Registration Advanced diploma in nursing or equivalent 1st degree, or willing to undertake To have completed the national PEAP programme for practice supervisors or equivalent teaching and assessing qualification for those with ENB998. Recognised Counselling Skills Certificate, experience or willing to undertake appropriate study Desirable Diploma in Epilepsy or ENB N45 or similar Experience Essential Relevant experience with a proven interest in Long Term Conditions Evidence of management and Leadership experience and development at ward level or similar. Proven experience in the understanding of and communication with individuals with complex needs Experience of effective time management and ability to prioritise own workload Experience of innovative service delivery Desirable Experience of neuromedicine or neurosurgery Experience of head injury or neurorehabilitation Experience of management of patients with Epilepsy Primary Care experience A & E experience Audit and research experience Experience of issues related to Learning Disabilities Further Training Essential Ability to work autonomously as well as part of a multi-disciplinary team Ability to manage change whilst maintaining standards Strong leadership skills Good presentation skills Desirable IT skills Special Skills/Aptitudes Essential Ability to work flexibly to meet needs of service An ability to work under pressure acting as a role model for other health care professionals A true team player who demonstrates diplomacy and maturity in all aspects of their work Excellent listening skills Compassionate and caring and a drive to delivery excellent patient care Other Factors Desirable Car driver with access to car Person Specification Qualifications Essential Registered Nurse Current NMC Registration Advanced diploma in nursing or equivalent 1st degree, or willing to undertake To have completed the national PEAP programme for practice supervisors or equivalent teaching and assessing qualification for those with ENB998. Recognised Counselling Skills Certificate, experience or willing to undertake appropriate study Desirable Diploma in Epilepsy or ENB N45 or similar Experience Essential Relevant experience with a proven interest in Long Term Conditions Evidence of management and Leadership experience and development at ward level or similar. Proven experience in the understanding of and communication with individuals with complex needs Experience of effective time management and ability to prioritise own workload Experience of innovative service delivery Desirable Experience of neuromedicine or neurosurgery Experience of head injury or neurorehabilitation Experience of management of patients with Epilepsy Primary Care experience A & E experience Audit and research experience Experience of issues related to Learning Disabilities Further Training Essential Ability to work autonomously as well as part of a multi-disciplinary team Ability to manage change whilst maintaining standards Strong leadership skills Good presentation skills Desirable IT skills Special Skills/Aptitudes Essential Ability to work flexibly to meet needs of service An ability to work under pressure acting as a role model for other health care professionals A true team player who demonstrates diplomacy and maturity in all aspects of their work Excellent listening skills Compassionate and caring and a drive to delivery excellent patient care Other Factors Desirable Car driver with access to car 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. Certificate of Sponsorship 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. Certificate of Sponsorship 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 Sheffield Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust Address Royal Hallamshire Hospital Glossop Road Sheffield S10 2JF Employer's website https://www.sth.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)