Paediatric Epilepsy Nurse Specialist | University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust
Please see below for detailed job description of the role.
An exciting opportunity has arisen for highly motivated individuals to join the paediatric epilepsy nurse specialist team on a fixed term secondment (1 year) for 23.75 hours/week. This is a band 7 role however we will consider applicants as a band 6 depending on their level of experience.
You will need evidence of proven clinical ability in Paediatrics, sound communication & leadership skills, experience of working within a multi – disciplinary team, good problem solving & organisational abilities.In return we will offer you the experience of working with an established tertiary epilepsy team within University Hospitals Southampton, mentorship and development in autonomous practice opportunities.
As one of the largest acute teaching Trusts in England, we offer learning and development opportunities to help you achieve the career you aspire to.
Specific to this role is the suitability for agile working which is a mixture of on-site and remote working
Please talk to us at interview about the flexibility you need, and we will explore what’s possible for the role and service. UHS employees are able to access a range of NHS discounts, are entitled to a minimum of 35 days paid holiday (pro rata), and we offer a generous pension scheme.
Southampton is an attractive place to live and work situated on the south coast, with an international airport and direct trains to London. The New Forest National Park and beaches of the Jurassic coast are also right on our doorstep. The city offers living costs 20% lower than London and 14 schools rated outstanding by Ofsted.
Specific to this role we are open to discussing flexibility in the hours that you work. Please talk to us at interview about the flexibility you need, and we will explore what’s possible for the role and service.
You will work across professional, departmental and trust boundaries as required to develop and support patient- centred seamless care.You will take responsibility for the initial contact with patients and their families from the time of referral to provide specialist nursing advice, practical and psychological support
You will manage a patient case load, to agreed referral/discharge criteria, and act as 'key worker'. Effectively working in partnership with other professionals and referring patients to other practitioners as required.
You will provide appropriate information and education to patients and their families to promote health and encourage self-care and participation in the planned programme of treatment and care.
You will need the ability to travel to clinic settings and have excellent organisational skills to manage your time effectively.
This advert closes on Thursday 17 Oct 2024