Band 7 - Tissue Viability Clinical Nurse Specialist, Tissue Viability
We are seeking a committed and knowledgeable Tissue Viability Clinical Nurse Specialist to join our multidisciplinary team for maternity leave cover. As a Band 7 Tissue Viability CNS, you will be responsible for providing expert advice, teaching, management, and care to patients with pressure ulcers and other complex wounds.
This position requires a passionate advocate for patient-centred care. You will be a key clinical leader, supporting the development and implementation of best practices, enhancing quality of care, and empowering both patients and healthcare professionals with knowledge and expertise in Tissue Viability.
This is an exciting opportunity to make a real difference in patient care and to develop further as a clinical specialist within a supportive and progressive environment. If you are passionate about Tissue Viability and pressure ulcer prevention, we encourage you to apply.
Key Responsibilities:
1. Act as a specialist in tissue viability, and a core member of the Tissue Viability Team.
2. Provide professional and clinical leadership in aspects of tissue viability issues across all hospital sites.
3. Manage patient referrals to the Tissue Viability Service.
4. Review current treatments, resource use, and monitor outcomes and cost-effectiveness of care provision.
5. Provide training and education programmes about tissue viability to all levels of staff, focusing on ward-based training.
6. Lead and work collaboratively with team members to identify and deliver Tissue Viability Trust-wide projects.
7. Contribute to the strategy for the effective use of pressure relieving equipment across the Trust.
8. Deputise for the Harm Free Care Matron in their absence as required.
Clinical Leadership:
Maintain a visible presence in the clinical areas and provide strong leadership in promoting evidence-based clinically effective tissue viability care.
Education and Training:
Support the TVN Clinical Nurse Specialists with training and education programmes about tissue viability to all levels of staff. Coordinate relevant study days, courses, and conferences on Tissue Viability management.
Research and Development:
Identify educational needs with staff and clients. Support the TVN CNS to deliver training programmes based upon agreed protocols and standards of care.
Patient Advocacy:
Guide medical and multi-disciplinary staff, patients, and carers in matters relating to tissue viability and wound management across the Trust.
Documentation and Reporting:
Maintain accurate and timely documentation of patient assessments, care plans, and interventions, adhering to Trust and professional standards.
Policy Implementation:
Contribute to the development, implementation, and review of tissue viability policies and procedures to standardise best practices across the organisation.
We kindly invite you to consider submitting an application.
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