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Viability Nurse

3 weeks ago

Kingston upon Hull HU, United Kingdom d37e5da6-c6ea-4ce9-92bc-b9f4f13b1ed0 Full time £46,000 - £47,000 per year

Job Overview

Position Summary

The Viability Nurse is responsible for providing expert assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of wound care and skin integrity for clients/residents/patients. The role supports frontline staff with advanced clinical knowledge, promotes safe evidence-based practice, and contributes to improved patient outcomes related to pressure injuries, chronic wounds, surgical wounds, and skin conditions.

Key Responsibilities

Clinical Care

  • Conduct comprehensive wound and skin assessments utilizing validated tools and classification systems
  • Develop individualized wound management plans based on evidence-based practice
  • Provide advanced wound care interventions including selection of dressings, debridement where within scope, off-loading strategies, and adjunct therapies
  • Monitor wound progress and document according to organizational standards
  • Identify and respond to signs of infection and deterioration
  • Promote early identification and prevention of pressure injuries
  • Support nutritional, continence, and mobility strategies linked to wound healing

Education & Support

  • Mentor and educate nursing staff, caregivers, and allied health on wound prevention and care
  • Deliver in-service education and competency development
  • Provide patient and family education to enhance self-care capability

Consultation & Collaboration

  • Act as a clinical resource on wound management across the care team
  • Work closely with physicians, dietitians, podiatrists, physiotherapists, and pharmacists
  • Participate in multidisciplinary case reviews and discharge planning

Qualifications & Requirements

  • Registered Nurse with current, unrestricted licensure
  • Post-graduate certificate or training in wound care / tissue viability (or working toward qualification)
  • Minimum 2–3 years acute, community, or aged care nursing experience
  • Strong knowledge of:
  • Wound healing physiology
  • Pressure injury prevention strategies
  • Advanced wound products and technologies
  • Pain, nutrition, diabetes, and vascular considerations
  • Excellent communication, leadership, and documentation skills
  • Ability to work independently and provide consultancy to teams

Core Competencies

  • Clinical expertise in wound and skin integrity care
  • Professional judgement and critical thinking
  • Teaching and coaching ability
  • Time management and workload prioritization
  • Compassionate and patient-centered care approach
  • Commitment to continuous improvement and evidence-based practice

Performance Indicators

  • Improved wound healing outcomes
  • Reduced incidence of pressure injuries
  • Staff competency and confidence in wound practices
  • Accurate and timely documentation
  • Positive patient experience and engagement

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: From £22.50 per hour

Benefits:

  • Flexitime

Work Location: In person