Clinical Nurse Specialist Jill Rowe Neurology Ambulatory Unit
An exciting opportunity to work in the increasingly specialist field of Neurology. The post holder must be knowledgeable, experienced and have a good ability to work in a small team. They must have had experience of working in this specialist environment. They must be able to undertake specific clinical practice skills relevant to the Jill Rowe Neurology Ambulatory Unit. The Neurology Ambulatory unit provides outpatient infusions and procedures for the Neurology service. It also facilitates certain Neurology clinics. The services provided are ever evolving and expanding so it is an exciting time to join the team. It is open Monday to Friday and is operational from 08.00 till 16.00 excluding bank holidays. Main duties of the job
To supervise and support team members such as staff nurses, healthcare support workers, agency nurses and bank staff. To take charge of the unit when required. To assess and monitor staffing and resource requirements effectively and efficiently and respond to changing situations, for example, prioritizing patient needs, work load requirements and staffing issues. To have direct responsibility for patient care in relation to infusions, investigations and treatments. To provide specialist skills in assessment, planning, implementation and evaluating patients with neurological conditions. This involves initiating and monitoring of patients on new therapies as well as caring for those from newly diagnosed throughout the disease course. To deliver a specialized home therapy training and treatment program for patients with neuropathy. To deliver a Neuro Plasma Exchange service for patients with neurological conditions. To deliver a treatment service for patients with neurological disorders. As well as emerging treatments for Neurological disorders as they become available in the NHS. To carry out investigations such as cognitive assessments, dexterity and power assessments, walking assessments and visual acuity tests. To use core clinical skills such as assessment, cannulation, venepuncture, Intramuscular injections, intravenous drug preparation and administration, blood glucose monitoring, EGC's, observation of vital signs and point of care testing. About us
We believe staff are our best asset and we want you to be happy and confident about starting your career here in Swansea Bay University Health Board. As one of the biggest healthcare groups in the UK we can offer a wealth of professional training and development opportunities in an innovative, forward-thinking organisation. You might be a nurse or doctor, maybe you specialise in a health science/therapy or can offer skills in one of our support services - we have a job for you. We are an inclusive employer and welcome applications from everyone whatever their sex; religion or belief; race; age; sexual orientation; gender identity or, whether they are pregnant or have recently been on maternity leave, married or are in a civil partnership; or, whether they are disabled. Our values - Caring For Each Other, Working Together and Always Improving, show that our commitment to equality is at the heart of everything we do. Job responsibilities
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; English and/or Welsh speakers are equally welcome to apply. Please see the attached job description and person specification for a detailed outline of the job requirements. This is available for you bilingually, in English and Welsh. Person Specification
Experience
Proficient level of knowledge in clinical speciality Relevant experience at Band 5 Skills
Good communication skills -oral, written and listening Able to maintain time effectively Advanced Clinical Skills Qualifications
Current NMC Registration Registered Nurse Part 1 Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Job Details
Jill Rowe Neurology Ambulatory Unit, Morriston Hospital Lead CNS Jill Rowe Neurology Ambulatory Unit £37,898 to £45,637 a year per annum pro rata Contract
Permanent Working pattern
Part-time Reference number
130-NMR410-1224 Job locations
Jill Rowe Neurology Ambulatory Unit, Morriston Hospital
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An exciting opportunity to work in the increasingly specialist field of Neurology. The post holder must be knowledgeable, experienced and have a good ability to work in a small team. They must have had experience of working in this specialist environment. They must be able to undertake specific clinical practice skills relevant to the Jill Rowe Neurology Ambulatory Unit. The Neurology Ambulatory unit provides outpatient infusions and procedures for the Neurology service. It also facilitates certain Neurology clinics. The services provided are ever evolving and expanding so it is an exciting time to join the team. It is open Monday to Friday and is operational from 08.00 till 16.00 excluding bank holidays. Main duties of the job
To supervise and support team members such as staff nurses, healthcare support workers, agency nurses and bank staff. To take charge of the unit when required. To assess and monitor staffing and resource requirements effectively and efficiently and respond to changing situations, for example, prioritizing patient needs, work load requirements and staffing issues. To have direct responsibility for patient care in relation to infusions, investigations and treatments. To provide specialist skills in assessment, planning, implementation and evaluating patients with neurological conditions. This involves initiating and monitoring of patients on new therapies as well as caring for those from newly diagnosed throughout the disease course. To deliver a specialized home therapy training and treatment program for patients with neuropathy. To deliver a Neuro Plasma Exchange service for patients with neurological conditions. To deliver a treatment service for patients with neurological disorders. As well as emerging treatments for Neurological disorders as they become available in the NHS. To carry out investigations such as cognitive assessments, dexterity and power assessments, walking assessments and visual acuity tests. To use core clinical skills such as assessment, cannulation, venepuncture, Intramuscular injections, intravenous drug preparation and administration, blood glucose monitoring, EGC's, observation of vital signs and point of care testing. About us
We believe staff are our best asset and we want you to be happy and confident about starting your career here in Swansea Bay University Health Board. As one of the biggest healthcare groups in the UK we can offer a wealth of professional training and development opportunities in an innovative, forward-thinking organisation. You might be a nurse or doctor, maybe you specialise in a health science/therapy or can offer skills in one of our support services - we have a job for you. We are an inclusive employer and welcome applications from everyone whatever their sex; religion or belief; race; age; sexual orientation; gender identity or, whether they are pregnant or have recently been on maternity leave, married or are in a civil partnership; or, whether they are disabled. Our values - Caring For Each Other, Working Together and Always Improving, show that our commitment to equality is at the heart of everything we do. Job responsibilities
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; English and/or Welsh speakers are equally welcome to apply. Please see the attached job description and person specification for a detailed outline of the job requirements. This is available for you bilingually, in English and Welsh. Person Specification
Experience
Proficient level of knowledge in clinical speciality Relevant experience at Band 5 Skills
Good communication skills -oral, written and listening Able to maintain time effectively Advanced Clinical Skills Qualifications
Current NMC Registration Registered Nurse Part 1 Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Job Details
Jill Rowe Neurology Ambulatory Unit, Morriston Hospital Lead CNS Jill Rowe Neurology Ambulatory Unit £37,898 to £45,637 a year per annum pro rata Contract
Permanent Working pattern
Part-time Reference number
130-NMR410-1224 Job locations
Jill Rowe Neurology Ambulatory Unit, Morriston Hospital
#J-18808-Ljbffr
