Inflammatory Bowel Disease Clinical Nurse Specialist

Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells NHS Trust; Maidstone; On-site; GBP 33,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

MTW NHS Trust is recruiting for a post-registration nurse in the gastro ward. Appointment subject to Enhanced Disclosure & Barr­ing Service check. Successful applicants will complete corporate trust induction, followed by a 2-week Induction Programme for RNs, NAs, RMs, ODPs and Paramedics, with travel between Trust sites.

The role requires teamwork, independent working, and knowledge of IBD care; there is clinical supervision, data reporting, and involvement in policy development.

Qualifications

• Post registration experience.
• Gastro ward / practice experience, at band 6 level.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• A working knowledge of IBD conditions.
• Knowledge of IBD specialist clinical treatments and technology.
• Gather, analyse and report a limited range of data and information.
• Experience of clinical supervision and mentoring junior staff/nursing students.
• Able to demonstrate understanding and empathy.
• To contribute to the development of policies and protocols to improve patient care.

Responsibilities

• The text provided focuses on induction, DBS checks and professional development rather than explicit day-to-day duties. No separate responsibilities are listed beyond those indicated in the key criteria.

Skills

Communication

Clinical assessment

Listening skills

Teaching skills

Interpersonal skills

Self-awareness

Education

Level 1 NMC Registered Nurse

Diploma/Degree in Nursing

Teaching qualification or willingness to undertake

Evidence of continuing professional development

Job description

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

Please note that appointment to this post will be subject to a satisfactory Disclosure & Barring Service Check at Enhanced Level (Enhanced level now includes regulated checks against vulnerable adults and children).

All successful applicants will be required to complete our corporate trust induction once a start date had been agreed.

Following your corporate induction you will be expected to attend the Trust's 2-week Induction Programme for RNs, NAs, RMs, ODPs and Paramedics. The programme is full-time (please email [e-mail] if this is problematic) and will involve travel to both Trust sites. The programme includes supernumerary shifts in the clinical area, classroom-based sessions and e-learning.

Person specification

Experience/Knowledge

Essential criteria

• Post registration experience.
• Gastro ward / practice experience, at band 6 level.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• A working knowledge of IBD conditions
• Knowledge of IBD specialist clinical treatments and technology
• Gather, analyse and report a limited range of data and information
• Experience of clinical supervision and mentoring junior staff/nursing students
• Able to demonstrate understanding and empathy
• To contribute to the development of policies and protocols to improve patient care.

Desirable criteria

• Knowledge of NSF and NICE Guidance for IBD
• Willingness to learn and acquire skills, training to meet needs of service.
• Experience of teaching and presenting
• Knowledge of Gastroenterology / Inflammatory Bowel Disease

Qualifications

Essential criteria

• Level 1 NMC Registered Nurse
• Relevant post registration qualification
• Diploma/Degree in Nursing
• Teaching experience/ qualification or willingness to undertake
• Evidence of continuing professional development

Desirable criteria

• Mentorship qualification or willingness to undertake
• Counselling qualification or willingness to undertake
• Non-Medical Independent Prescriber/ Willingness to undertake.
• Post registration education relevant to the post/gastrointestinal nursing

Skills

Essential criteria

• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Computer literacy.
• Good clinical assessment skills or willingness to develop these
• Good listening, observational and interpretive skills.
• Demonstrate effective teaching skills
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Have awareness of own limitations and when to seek advice from senior members of the team

Desirable criteria

• Experience of undertaking audits.
• Project management
• Effective presentation skills

At MTW, we seek to develop a culture where everyone can reach their full potential with opportunities to grow and develop their career. We recognise and value the unique contributions that each of our staff bring, delivering the best quality care and service to our patients. We are committed to being a diverse employer and strive to reflect everyone in our local communities. We welcome applications from people of diverse backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences and celebrate the diversity of thought, viewpoints, and ideas that will make our Trust the best place to work.

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