Clinical Nurse Specialist Vascular Access/COPAT

NHS Jobs; Brighton; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in Brighton is seeking a Clinical Nurse Specialist for Vascular Access/COPAT. This role involves managing IV therapy for adult and paediatric patients, leading the IV/OPAT service, and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams. The ideal candidate will be a registered nurse with experience in vascular access and excellent communication skills. This position offers a chance to enhance clinical education programs and ensure quality patient care.

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse with valid NMC registration.
• Experience in IV therapy and vascular access.
• Strong communication and leadership skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage specialist nursing care for in-patients requiring IV therapy.
• Lead the development and management of the IV/OPAT service.
• Build and maintain relationships with multidisciplinary teams.

Job description

Clinical Nurse Specialist Vascular Access/COPAT

Manages the provision of specialist nursing care to both adult and paediatric in-patients requiring IV therapy and those under the care of OPAT. Shares responsibility for the development and management of the IV/OPAT service, leading project development for the PRH site. Ensures that patients are identified and admitted to the OPAT service to facilitate timely discharge from the hospital. Assesses individuals for appropriate vascular access devices and performs placements as required to ensure effective delivery of IV therapy (PICCs/Midlines/PVCs). Leads a weekly virtual ward round with the Community IV Nurses and the Microbiology Consultant, communicating effectively and concisely with community and multidisciplinary teams. Builds and maintains functional professional relationships with all members of the multidisciplinary team. Ensures all administrative work is completed accurately and promptly. Maintains precise records, including data entry into all relevant databases. Implements further development and expansion of clinical education programmes across the trust for staff and patients. Undertakes research and leads clinical audits, critically appraising working practices within the trust to ensure quality is maintained.