Advanced Nurse Practitioner (Tissue Viability) *MPFT APPLICANTS ONLY*NHS
Job summary
Internal MPFT Applicants Only
An exciting opportunity is available within the Tissue Viability Service at Midlands Partnership Foundation Trust.
The successful applicant will join the senior team, offering advice and practical support to staff & patients, on the management of tissue viability issues. The provision of specialist clinical advice for individual patients includes referral management, telephone triage, remote assessment & planning, face-to-face complex assessment & recommendations. Other tasks involve asset management, audit, and lead on research & innovation. It will require dissemination of knowledge & skills involves planning & design of training sessions and e-learning packages, face-to-face training and small group and 1-to-1 coaching. The role includes internal team management responsibilities and representation at meetings in support of Trust and other objectives. The postholder will play an active role in the development of the service, the implementation of standards and associated guidelines and policy adherence.
Main duties of the job
o The provision of high-quality evidence based person centred wound care for patients registered with a Staffordshire GP, encompassing physical, mental & social health care needs.
o Providing leadership in the delivery of high quality, safe and effective care to the wider multi-disciplinary team.
o Facilitating learning through the development and delivery of specialist clinically focussed education and training programmes (including health assessment, independent prescribing, long term conditions management and SPQ).
o Being a clinical expert and autonomous practitioner specialising in the field of tissue viability practice; leading, influencing, developing and expanding the Tissue Viability service
o Implementing appropriate internal and external reporting in accordance with contracted and national guidance to ensure compliance with best practice in the prevention of tissue damage
Job description
The post holder will be an expert, autonomous practitioner specialising in the field of tissue viability practice; leading, influencing, developing and expanding the Tissue Viability service throughout the Trust in all community settings.
The provision of high-quality evidence based person-centred wound management for patients registered with a Staffordshire GP, encompassing physical, mental health and social health care needs.
Providing leadership in the delivery of high quality, safe and effective care wound care to the wider multi-disciplinary team.
About us
Come and work with us at our award-winning NHS Trust, leading the way for trying new and better ways of working to help improve life for our local communities.
We have around 9,000 staff who provide physical and mental healthcare, support for people with learning disabilities, and adult social care across Staffordshire, Stoke-on-Trent, Shropshire, and Telford & Wrekin. We also run regional and national services, including help for new parents (perinatal care), eating disorders, forensic services, sexual health, and support for people in prison with mental health, drug, or alcohol problems.
We offer great career development for both clinical and non-clinical roles, with ongoing training and support to help you learn and grow.
We are 'United in our Uniqueness' and committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels welcome and can be themselves, no matter their background or identity. We want our staff to feel supported and valued, and we aim to build a team that reflects the communities we serve. Together, we can make sure every voice is heard, and every difference is respected.
Please note, we may be required to close this vacancy early if we receive a high volume of applications
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