lymphoedema Nurse | Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust

Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust; Manchester; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading NHS Trust in Manchester is seeking a registered general nurse for the Lymphoedema Service. The role involves providing high-quality nursing care to patients with chronic oedema, utilizing specialist skills in assessment and planning. Candidates must have a nursing degree and the ability to care for a diverse patient population. This position supports community nursing and operates both at home and in clinics.

Qualifications

• Ability to provide nursing care to a diverse patient population.
• Experience in managing chronic oedema/lymphoedema.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality nursing care for patients with chronic oedema/lymphoedema.
• Utilize specialist assessment for proactive care.
• Work in patient homes or lymphoedema clinics.

Skills

Registered general nursing

Assessment and planning skills

Communication skills

Education

Nursing degree

Job description

Overview

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a proactive and enthusiastic registered general nurse to join the Lymphoedema Service and be part of a friendly and dynamic team providing nursing care to the diverse patient population of North Manchester.

The post holder will provide a high standard of care, utilising specialist skills in the assessment, planning and implementation of pro-active nursing care to patients with lower limb chronic oedema/lymphoedema in the North Manchester locality either in the patient’s own home environment or within the lymphoedema clinics.

About MFT

MFT is one of the largest NHS Trusts in England, with a scale and breadth of services that supports a wide range of clinical, research and education activities. The organisation is committed to collaborative working, transformation, and innovation across Manchester, Trafford and beyond.

We have created a digitally enabled organisation withHive, our Electronic Patient Record system, launched in September 2022, and we are a major academic Research Centre & Education provider. MFT is also pursuing a Green Plan to promote sustainability in healthcare.

Our culture and opportunities

At MFT, we foster a culture of inclusion and belonging, provide equal opportunities for career development that are fair, open, and transparent, and support health and wellbeing as part of shaping the future of our organisation.

Responsibilities

Responsibilities include delivering high-quality nursing care for patients with lower limb chronic oedema/lymphoedema, using specialist assessment, planning and implementation of proactive care in the community or lymphoedema clinics within the North Manchester locality.

Qualifications and experience

The post requires a registered general nurse with the ability to provide care to a diverse patient population. Further details on required skills and experience will be found in the Job Description & Person Specification attachments under the ‘Supporting Documents’ heading.

Diversity and inclusion

MFT is committed to promoting equality of opportunity, celebrating and valuing diversity and eliminating discrimination. All individuals regardless of age, disability, gender identity, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation are encouraged to apply. If you have any special requirements to help you with your application, email [e-mail].

We’re looking forward to hearing from you!

This advert closes on Monday 6 Oct 2025