Job Opportunity: Tissue Viability Clinical Nurse Specialist - Paediatrics Team
Location: Westminster
Type: Permanent
Shift Pattern: 37.5 hours per week, Monday - Friday
Salary: £60,000 - £65,000 per annum
Join a renowned healthcare facility dedicated exclusively to women and children's well-being. Our client's institution, recognised internationally for its clinical excellence, invites applications for the role of Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS) in Tissue Viability.
About the Facility:
Situated in the heart of the UK, their hospital stands as a beacon of excellence in paediatric and women's healthcare. They offer a comprehensive range of inpatient and outpatient services tailored to meet the unique needs of their patients. With a commitment to providing gold standard quality service, they ensure that every individual receives the support and care they deserve, fostering a positive and inspiring working environment.
Their paediatric wards boast cutting-edge technology, featuring 53 inpatient beds alongside 11 day case beds. Additionally, they house a state-of-the-art Paediatric Intensive Care Unit with 14 beds, catering to the acute and complex medical needs of their young patients, including those referred internationally for specialist treatment.
Job Description:
Sanctuary Personnel are seeking a dynamic and experienced Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS) in Tissue Viability to join our client's esteemed paediatric team. In this role, you will be instrumental in providing expert knowledge, advice, and clinical expertise in the treatment and management of children and young people with skin conditions and birthmarks. You will also oversee the tissue viability service for paediatric patients within their institution.
Duties & Responsibilities:
- Provide expert guidance and support to nursing teams involved in the care of infants, children, and young people with skin conditions and tissue viability needs.
- Coordinate all aspects of patient care, prioritising the well-being of the child and their family.
- Act as an advocate for every child and young person undergoing investigations or procedures for laser and dermatology treatment.
- Develop and implement patient clinical pathways, collaborating with the multi-professional team.
- Take a lead role in training, educating, and developing the nursing team in laser, dermatology, and tissue viability care.
- Ensure compliance with hospital policies and standards for the laser, dermatology, and tissue viability service.
Skills & Experience:
- Registered Nurse with a Children’s Nursing Qualification (RN Child or RSCN) and valid NMC registration.
- Extensive post-registration experience in children's nursing.
- Relevant qualification and substantial experience in tissue viability.
- Mentorship qualification.
- Basic/Intermediate Paediatric Life Support certification.
- Level 3 Safeguarding qualification.
If you are passionate about paediatric care and possess the necessary skills and experience, we encourage you to apply through Sanctuary Personnel for this rewarding opportunity. Join our client in making a difference in the lives of children and young people.
