Vascular/Leg Ulcer Nurse
4 weeks ago
Job summary
Are you looking for a new challenge?
We are looking for motivated and enthusiastic registered nurse to join the vascular/leg ulcer nursing team. The role will involve working as a member of the nursing team in 7 community leg ulcer clinics throughout the county. It will involve implementation of local and national clinical pathways of care and improvements to the service.
The hours are per week and is a permanent post.
Full driving licence with business cover is essential to travel to all clinics.
Main duties of the job
You will work as an integral member of the Leg Ulcer Team, ensuring the smooth and effective running of the Leg Ulcer Service on a day to day basis.
You will be expected to undertake comprehensive, holistic assessment of patients with leg ulceration and subsequently plan, implement and evaluate the delivery of evidence based care.
You will be expected to provide evidence based professional advice on all aspects of leg ulcer management to patients and their carers.
About us
As an organisation, the NHS offers a wide range of benefits including flexible working, pension contributions, market leading annual leave allowance, career progression and regular conversations, not to mention our Blue Light Card and NHS exclusive discounts.
The benefits of working in Somerset include the idyllic countryside, with our areas of outstanding beauty and stunning coastlines. You will get to enjoy these perks whilst still only being a stone's throw away from bustling city centres like Bristol, Bath and Exeter and only two hours away from London.
There are excellent educational facilities in the area and, when compared to other regions, house prices are reasonable. You will experience the best of both in Somerset, the countryside and the cosmopolitan - there is truly something for everyone
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see job description attached for a more in-depth description of the main duties and responsibilities of this role. Informal chats are welcomed, please contact Catherine Cooper, Lead Leg Ulcer Nurse Specialist.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
Registered General Nurse
Desirable
Teaching /Assessor qualification
Knowledge
Essential
Knowledge in the management of leg ulceration
Experience
Essential
Experience in managing complex wounds/leg ulcers
Desirable
Experience of clinical audit/research Experience of working in multi-agency services. Evidence of continuing professional development and to have undertaken post registration training.-
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