Lymphoedema-Tissue Viability Nurse

NHS; Orpington; On-site; GBP 44,000 - 53,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare organization in Orpington is seeking a Lymphoedema-Tissue Viability Nurse to deliver patient-focused care within a small team. The role includes managing complex cases, supporting KPIs, and participating in audits. Candidates must have relevant nursing qualifications and experience in community settings. Competitive salary and benefits package offered.

Benefits

Pension schemes

Discounted gym memberships

Cycle-to-work scheme

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Discounts at high street retailers

Lease car scheme

Qualifications

• Recent experience in tissue viability/lymphoedema care.
• Experience in community healthcare settings.
• Experience of nurse-led clinics.

Responsibilities

• Participate in patient assessment and management.
• Monitor KPIs and manage caseloads.
• Support clinical audits and service development.

Skills

Communication skills

Caseload management

Ability to work autonomously

Computer literacy

Understanding KPIs

Education

Registered Nurse (Adult) Nursing Degree

NMC SSSA Practice Assessor/Supervisor

Evidence of Continuing Professional Development

Current NMC registration

Tools

EMIS

Job description

Job summary

Lymphoedema-Tissue Viability Nurse - Band 6

£44,485 - £52,521 inc HCAS per annum pro rata

An exciting opportunity has arisen within the Tissue Viability and Lymphoedema Service. The post-holder will develop knowledge and skills in both Tissue Viability and Lymphoedema as a hybrid role.

These small services work together as one and having skills that are interchangeable works perfectly, producing the best outcomes for patients.

The post holder will join a small team of motivated, innovative clinicians. They will work within the Tissue Viability and Lymphoedema team to provide a high quality, patient focused service for patients presenting with Lymphoedema/chronic oedema/leg ulceration and/or Tissue Viability issues.

This will involve active participation in complex patient assessment and management out in the community and in clinics.

The post holder will support the achievement of Key Performance Indicator's (KPI's) and use data to manage caseloads and monitor KPIs and clinical outcomes. The post holder will support with relevant clinical audit, teaching and will be actively involved in service development.

Interviews to be held on 29th October 2025

Main duties of the job

Please refer to the attached job description and person specification for full details of this post.

About us

Bromley Healthcare, as a community interest company, offers an extensive array of services ranging from community nursing, including district nursing and health visiting, to specialised nursing care, along with therapy services catering to individuals across various age groups.

Compensation is contingent upon NHS experience and current banding/pay point.

We provide an outstanding benefits package, which includes pension schemes, discounted gym memberships, a cycle-to-work scheme, access to home furnishings and electronics, access to Employee Assistance Program (EAP), discounts at various high street retailers, eligibility for the Blue Light Card, the opportunity to apply for low-interest personal loans, and an excellent lease car scheme. Additionally, we are continuously striving to enhance our employee benefits offerings.

Details

Date posted: 06 October 2025

Pay scheme: Agenda for change

Band: Band 6

Salary: £44,485 to £52,521 a year inc HCAS per annum pro rata

Contract: Permanent

Working pattern: Full-time

Reference number: 848-BHC-273-25

Job locations: Caritas House, Orpington, BR6 9XA

Job responsibilities

Please refer to the attached job description and person specification for full details of this post.

Person Specification

Qualifications and Training

Essential:

• Registered Nurse (Adult) Nursing Degree
• NMC SSSA Practice Assessor/Supervisor or equivalent
• Evidence of Continuing Professional Development
• Current NMC registration

Desirable:

• Accredited Tissue Viability course
• Accredited course in Leg Ulcer Management
• Chronic oedema course
• PGDip District Nursing
• Nurse Prescriber
• Management/leadership training

Experience

Essential:

• Recent and proven experience in tissue viability/lymphoedema care and management, including: wound care, leg ulceration, chronic oedema
• Experience of working in a community healthcare setting
• Proven experience of nurse led clinics
• Proven experience of teaching/supervision

Desirable:

• Experience of writing policies and procedures
• Experience of leadership in a lymphoedema/ tissue viability setting
• Experience of planning and participating in audit cycles

Skills

Essential:

• Ability to work autonomously and as part of a wider team
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Caseload management skills
• Ability to run and manage clinics
• Ability to support and participate in clinical audits
• Computer literate
• Familiar with and understands the monitoring and achievement of KPIs in a healthcare setting
• Current UK Full, clean driving licence with daily access to a vehicle for work purposes (business class insurance will be required)

Desirable:

• EMIS literate.
• Policy and Guideline writing skills.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website.