Lead Nutrition Nurse - GI Care Leader (Flexible)

NHS; Knowsley; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent healthcare institution in Knowsley is seeking an experienced Lead Nutrition Specialist Nurse to oversee the nutrition service at Whiston Hospital. This role requires advanced clinical skills and involves leading a multidisciplinary team. Expected qualifications include a Registered Nurse qualification and a master's level specialty qualification. Responsibilities encompass clinical management, patient education, and service development, all aimed at maximizing nutritional care quality. This full-time role offers flexible working conditions.

Benefits

Flexible working

Compressed hours

Qualifications

• Post-registration experience in Nutrition patient care.
• Experience of teaching and assessing students/staff.
• Significant clinical leadership experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead clinical management within the Gastroenterology department.
• Order and interpret investigations independently.
• Develop a remote follow-up clinic.

Skills

Advanced communication skills

Ability to manage autonomously

Organizational skills

IT skills

Clinical audit participation

Education

Registered Nurse Diploma/Degree

Masters level qualification relevant to specialty

Teaching and assessing qualification – Level 6

Independent Nurse Prescriber – Level 6 or above

Job description

A prominent healthcare institution in Knowsley is seeking an experienced Lead Nutrition Specialist Nurse to oversee the nutrition service at Whiston Hospital. This role requires advanced clinical skills and involves leading a multidisciplinary team. Expected qualifications include a Registered Nurse qualification and a master's level specialty qualification. Responsibilities encompass clinical management, patient education, and service development, all aimed at maximizing nutritional care quality. This full-time role offers flexible working conditions.