Tissue Viability Specialist Nurse
Please refer to the attached job description for full duties of the role. Demonstrate leadership, contributing towards a culture of patient safety and continuous improvement in line with the clinical governance framework. Be accountable for the planning and delivery of safe, effective and compassionate patient care in relation to dedicated pathways of care within the specialism Provide specialist clinical advice and support to patients and clinical staff within the Trust on the management and care of patients within the specialist area Take a lead role in the development of nursing staff in the field of tissue viability, through education and training.
Play a key role in optimising complex treatment regimes, facilitating hospital discharge and preventing avoidable hospital admissions. Participate in research relevant to the needs of specialist area. Participate in service development within tissue viability across the Trust.Contribute towards the achievement of national and local standards/targets. Comply with the Trusts vision, values and behavioural compact.