A rare and exciting opportunity has arisen in the Neuro-immunology Specialist Nursing service for an experienced clinical nurse to support the provision of services.
This will be a permanent part time i.e. 2 days a week working with our current Band 7 Neuro-immunology Specialist Nurse. The Cambridge University Hospital Neuro-Immunology service consists of a regional and local, holistic neuro-immunology nursing service and an inpatient consultation service for people with neuro-immunological conditions including CIDP Myaesthenia Gravis. As part of the nursing team, you will support clinical interventions and deputise for the Band 7 ensuring high quality care.
It is a development opportunity for anyone wishing to acquire specialist nursing skills, be involved in the review of the services and contribute to implementing a clearly defined integrated approach to patient care encompassing new treatments and evidence based care.
Main duties of the job
The post holder is responsible for the provision of high quality, patient focused care working as part of the Neuroimmunology team.
1. Responsible for assessing, developing and implementing specialist nursing care programmes with neuroimmunological conditions including CIDP and myasthenia gravis.
2. Responsible for providing specialist advice and support to, and liaising with, other staff in both inpatient and outpatient settings.
About us
Come Nurse with us...
Cambridge University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is one of the largest teaching Trusts in the country. It comprises Addenbrooke's Hospital and the Rosie Hospital. We provide accessible high-quality healthcare for the local people of Cambridge and regional and national specialist services. It's a great place to nurse, work, and live.
You will work on a vibrant hospital campus with a friendly community feel. We have excellent facilities to practice your skills and abilities to support your career pathway and development. Our values of Together - Safe, Kind, Excellent support the delivery of outstanding care. We have a fully electronic patient record system that is improving health-care quality, transforming services, improving patient safety and clinical outcomes.
Why choose Cambridge University Hospitals?
* Our values and reputation for outstanding care
* Opportunities to experience a range of specialities
* Career and development opportunities
* Preceptorship and mentoring programmes delivered by a dedicated clinical education support team
* Research experience and opportunities
* Lovely location and quality of life
* Excellent schools/colleges and transport links (road, rail and air)
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see the attached Applicant Information Pack (combined Job Description and Person Specification) for key duties and responsibilities.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
* Registered nurse.
* Relevant experience in Neurosciences or chronic health conditions
* Evidence of continuous professional development
* Teaching or mentoring qualification
* Post registration qualification in speciality or willingness to complete
Desirable
* Degree
* Research Module
Experience
Essential
* Demonstrate expert nursing skills
* Evidence of mentorship/preceptorship roles
* Accept personal accountability for own practice
* Experience of formal/informal teaching
Knowledge
Essential
* Understanding of evidence based practice
* Understanding of Clinical Governance
* Understanding and knowledge of specialist field
Skills
Essential
* Good verbal and written communication skills
* Capable of working as an integral member of a small team
* Adaptable to changing situations due to both workload and colleagues' needs
* Ability to undertake teaching of staff and patients
* Ability to work unsupervised and manage own workload effectively
* Effective interpersonal skills
* Commitment to multidisciplinary working.
Desirable
* Assertiveness/perceptive counselling skills
* Documentation, audit and presentation skills
* Leadership skills
Additional Requirements
Essential
* To act in a professional manner at all times in accordance with the NMC Code of Conduct
* Capable of developing liaisons with other practice areas/academic institutions.
* The ability to understand and behave at all times, towards patients, visitors and colleagues according to the Trust values of safe, kind, excellent.
Employer details
Employer name
Cambridge University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Addenbrookes Hospital-Division D
Hills Road
Cambridge
CB2 0QQ
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