Obesity Nurse Specialist

4 weeks ago


Milton Keynes, United Kingdom Outpatient Network Full time

Job summary

Outpatient Network are proud to be working alongside Royal DerbyHospital is in search of a highly skilled and experiencedObesity Nurse Specialist to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate willprovide aNurse Specialist service as partof the Multi-Disciplinary Tier 3 Bariatric Service.

Main duties of the job

Main duties will involve workingwithin Tier 3 services as part of a skilled multi-disciplinary team. You willcollaborate closely with healthcare professionals such as nurses, dietitians,physicians, surgeons, psychologists, and administrative staff to assess,provide interventions, and monitor patients from diverse geographical areas.

Clinical Responsibilities:

Conduct comprehensive assessments of patientsreferred to the Obesity clinic to determine suitability and create personalizedcare plans. Plan, implement, and evaluate patient care withinthe nurse-led clinic while adhering to evidence-based practices. Manage patients within the obesity treatmentprogram alongside the multidisciplinary team, following established protocols. Offer nutritional, motivational, and healthpromotion advice to patients in clinic settings and over the phone. Support patients referred for bariatric surgery preoperation, ensuring compliance with guidelines. Perform venepuncture when necessary and takeappropriate follow-up actions based on results. Communicate effectively and empathetically withpatients, addressing barriers to lifestyle changes. Assist in clinical data collection for auditpurposes and maintain accurate medical records.

About us

Outpatient Network is a clinical insourcing provider that supports NHS Trusts with reducing waiting times across an array of Medical, Surgical and Diagnostic specialties.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Main duties will involve working within Tier 3 services as part of a skilled multi-disciplinary team. You will collaborate closely with healthcare professionals such as nurses, dietitians, physicians, surgeons, psychologists, and administrative staff to assess, provide interventions, and monitor patients from diverse geographical areas.

Clinical Responsibilities:

Conduct comprehensive assessments of patients referred to the Obesity clinic to determine suitability and create personalized care plans. Plan, implement, and evaluate patient care within the nurse-led clinic while adhering to evidence-based practices. Manage patients within the obesity treatment program alongside the multidisciplinary team, following established protocols. Offer nutritional, motivational, and health promotion advice to patients in clinic settings and over the phone. Support patients referred for bariatric surgery pre operation, ensuring compliance with guidelines. Perform venepuncture when necessary and take appropriate follow-up actions based on results. Communicate effectively and empathetically with patients, addressing barriers to lifestyle changes. Assist in clinical data collection for audit purposes and maintain accurate medical records. Person Specification

Experience

Essential

Evidence of empathy and compassion towards people living with obesity. Ability to work independently as well as within an MDT. Excellent communication skills. Car Owner.

Desirable

Previous Bariatric or Weight Management / Obesity experience.

Qualifications

Essential

NMC registration

Desirable

Nurse degree or equivalent in experience Mentorship

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