Job summary To provide professional and clinical expertise in the specialty of Tissue Viability and act as a resource for education and clinical expertise for Dorset County Hospital NHS Foundation Trust. Can deputise in the absence of the lead Tissue Viability Specialist Nurse for the provision of services to patients at risk from and with Pressure Ulcers throughout the Trust which includes risk assessment from admission to discharge. Able to assess all types of wounds including; trauma, leg ulcers, Diabetic and surgical and Pressure Ulcers and be able to review plans of care.To provide up to date specialist evidence-based care, knowledge, advice and education for patients with Tissue Viability needs.To work independently at a level appropriate to clinical competence and within the scope of professional practice. Main duties of the job The post holder will support the Lead Tissue Viability Specialist Nurse with the monitoring of pressure ulcer data via Datix and audit. Document individual patient assessments, advising on future care and treatment. Communicate advice to multidisciplinary team, patients and carers on a level that everyone can understand. Assist with the planning, delivery and evaluating of an education programme in relation to Tissue Viability. Maintain high standards of professional practice and competence in keeping with Trust policies, guidelines and NMC Code of Conduct. Assist the Lead Tissue Viability Nurse in the development, implementation and monitoring of guidelines, protocols and standards relating to Tissue Viability. Maintain a professional portfolio and take responsibility for own educational needs. The post holder is required to have physical skills obtained through practice, in wound management and dressings, including Negative Pressure Wound Therapy application and application of Compression therapy. About us At DCHFT, we pride ourselves on the care we provide for our patients, and on the culture, we are creating for our staff. We work hard to create a fair, inclusive environment for our staff. Our Mission is to work in partnership to provide high quality, compassionate services and to nurture an environment where people can be at their best. We are a Trust that celebrates diversity, and we are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We welcome applications from people in all under-represented groups. Date posted 11 February 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 5 Salary £29,970 to £36,483 a year Per Annum Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time Reference number 405-25-NM072TVSN Job locations Trust Headquarters Tissue Viability Service Dorchester DT1 2JY Job description Job responsibilities This post is required to work autonomously and as part of a wider clinical team. This post is required to provide effective evidence-based care for patients referred to the Tissue Viability Service under the supervision of the Lead Tissue Viability Specialist Nurse. By using personal effectiveness and knowledge contribute to the development and delivery of high quality and cost-effective services. To focus on the prevention of Pressure Ulcers within Dorset County Hospital in line with ongoing quality metrics. Be an integral part of the ongoing Quality Improvement work occurring within the Tissue Viability Service. To provide Education to Clinical staff in the appropriate management of Pressure Ulcer management and prevention. Assist the Tissue Viability Service with caseload management; processing referrals and escalate concerns to the Lead Tissue Viability Nurse Specialist. Be responsible for supply and stock management for the Tissue Viability Team. To assist with implementation of Quality Improvement projects associated with Tissue Viability. Provide clear and concise verbal communication to patients, clients and multidisciplinary teams. Ensure all documentation applicable for job role is recorded accurately, legibly signed and dated in accordance with trust policies and procedures Communicates effectively with a range of people including the MDT. Listens to and respects the needs of patients and/or colleagues Works as part of the MDT to ensure holistic care for patients and their relatives Role models the Trust's behaviour standard addressing/reporting the behaviour that is not acceptable. To communicate with the Patient Safety Team to ensure appropriate investigations are being carried out. Able to professionally challenge staff to ensure good quality care is upheld. Have a good understanding of the Mental Capacity Act and when best interest decisions are made. As well as accepting that courageous conversations are undertaken with Patients regarding their compliance with prescribed care. Be able to provide Patient's with a greater depth knowledge in order to educate and empower them in regards to their ongoing care. Be able to carry out a thorough and in-depth Patient assessment to include assessment of Patient's Skin, wounds, Equipment provision, Continence and Nutrition, as well as helping to plan Patients' discharges. To able to effectively respond to changes in daily workload. Job description Job responsibilities This post is required to work autonomously and as part of a wider clinical team. This post is required to provide effective evidence-based care for patients referred to the Tissue Viability Service under the supervision of the Lead Tissue Viability Specialist Nurse. By using personal effectiveness and knowledge contribute to the development and delivery of high quality and cost-effective services. To focus on the prevention of Pressure Ulcers within Dorset County Hospital in line with ongoing quality metrics. Be an integral part of the ongoing Quality Improvement work occurring within the Tissue Viability Service. To provide Education to Clinical staff in the appropriate management of Pressure Ulcer management and prevention. Assist the Tissue Viability Service with caseload management; processing referrals and escalate concerns to the Lead Tissue Viability Nurse Specialist. Be responsible for supply and stock management for the Tissue Viability Team. To assist with implementation of Quality Improvement projects associated with Tissue Viability. Provide clear and concise verbal communication to patients, clients and multidisciplinary teams. Ensure all documentation applicable for job role is recorded accurately, legibly signed and dated in accordance with trust policies and procedures Communicates effectively with a range of people including the MDT. Listens to and respects the needs of patients and/or colleagues Works as part of the MDT to ensure holistic care for patients and their relatives Role models the Trust's behaviour standard addressing/reporting the behaviour that is not acceptable. To communicate with the Patient Safety Team to ensure appropriate investigations are being carried out. Able to professionally challenge staff to ensure good quality care is upheld. Have a good understanding of the Mental Capacity Act and when best interest decisions are made. As well as accepting that courageous conversations are undertaken with Patients regarding their compliance with prescribed care. Be able to provide Patient's with a greater depth knowledge in order to educate and empower them in regards to their ongoing care. Be able to carry out a thorough and in-depth Patient assessment to include assessment of Patient's Skin, wounds, Equipment provision, Continence and Nutrition, as well as helping to plan Patients' discharges. To able to effectively respond to changes in daily workload. Person Specification Education, Qualifications & Training Essential Registered nurse with current NMC Registration Relevant post-graduate speciality qualification or equivalent experience and knowledge Relevant clinical experience (including that gained as a student nurse or health care support worker) Desirable Can use Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Teams. Knowledge & Experience Essential Evidence of clinical practice and independent working Knowledge of Tissue Viability issues and the ability to relate them to clinical practice Evidence of providing nursing care for patients with complex wound care needs. Desirable Demonstrates a working knowledge of audit/research with application to clinical practice. Experience or greater knowledge of Quality Improvement Skills & Abilities Essential Knowledge which demonstrates the complex reasoning and critical thinking to support the management of wound care Understanding of principles of pressure ulcer prevention and treatment. Experience of working with the multi-disciplinary team Ability to work independently Desirable Demonstrates patient advocacy Understanding of Patient Safety Incident Response Framework (PSIRF) and how this impacts on Patient care. Ability to problem solve Person Specification Education, Qualifications & Training Essential Registered nurse with current NMC Registration Relevant post-graduate speciality qualification or equivalent experience and knowledge Relevant clinical experience (including that gained as a student nurse or health care support worker) Desirable Can use Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Teams. Knowledge & Experience Essential Evidence of clinical practice and independent working Knowledge of Tissue Viability issues and the ability to relate them to clinical practice Evidence of providing nursing care for patients with complex wound care needs. Desirable Demonstrates a working knowledge of audit/research with application to clinical practice. Experience or greater knowledge of Quality Improvement Skills & Abilities Essential Knowledge which demonstrates the complex reasoning and critical thinking to support the management of wound care Understanding of principles of pressure ulcer prevention and treatment. Experience of working with the multi-disciplinary team Ability to work independently Desirable Demonstrates patient advocacy Understanding of Patient Safety Incident Response Framework (PSIRF) and how this impacts on Patient care. Ability to problem solve 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 Dorset County Hospital NHS Foundation Trust Address Trust Headquarters Tissue Viability Service Dorchester DT1 2JY Employer's website https://www.dchft.nhs.uk/working-for-us/ (Opens in a new tab)