Nurse Specialist Tissue Viability

NHS Jobs; Barnstaple; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 46,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

27 days annual leave

Flexible working

Occupational health

NHS Pension

Cycle to work

Job summary

Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a wound care specialist to provide expert assessment and autonomous management of complex wounds across trust sites. The role includes supporting clinical decision-making, contributing to PSIRF-based learning and delivering staff education to improve patient outcomes.

The post requires travel across Trust sites; a full driving licence is essential. 22.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday, with a fixed-term contract to 04/10/2027.

Qualifications

• Specialist wound care assessment and management.
• Willingness to travel across Trust sites with driving licence.
• Deliver education and training to staff.
• Contribute to audits, data collection and quality improvement.

Responsibilities

• Provide specialist assessment and management for patients with complex wounds.
• Support staff across the organisation with clinical decision-making to improve outcomes.
• Participate in the review of pressure ulcer incidents and organisational learning per PSIRF.
• Develop relationships with clinical teams and partner organisations to implement evidence-based practice.
• Contribute to education and training to support wound care and prevention initiatives.

Skills

Wound care

Clinical decision-making

Autonomous practice

Audit & quality

Tools

PSIRF

Job description

More detail about the role The post holder will provide specialist assessment, advice and management for patients with complex wounds and skin integrity concerns, promoting best practice, and supporting staff across the organisation with clinical decision-making to improve patient outcomes and experience. The role will involve participating in the review of pressure ulcer incidents and supporting organisational learning through the Patient Safety Incident Response Framework (PSIRF). The post holder will contribute to audit, data collection, service evaluation and quality improvement activities aimed at enhancing standards of care and reducing avoidable harm. Working as an autonomous practitioner within the multidisciplinary team, the successful candidate will act as a specialist resource for colleagues, patients and carers. They will develop effective working relationships with a wide range of clinical teams and partner organisations and contribute to the delivery of education and training programmes to support the implementation of evidence-based practice. They will also play a key role in supporting staff to deliver high-quality wound care and pressure ulcer prevention across acute and community settings. Personal and professional development is actively encouraged within the team, with opportunities to develop specialist knowledge, leadership skills and quality improvement experience.

The post holder will be required to travel across Trust sites and community locations; therefore, a full driving licence and access to suitable transport is essential. Working Pattern: 22.5 hours Monday to Friday Interview Date: To Be Confirmed

For further information please contact: Julia Bresnai, Lead Nurse, 079185 70931 or [e-mail]

This is a fixed term contract until 04/10/2027. For current NHS employees this post could be a secondment opportunity.

As an inclusive employer, the Royal Devon values diversity and is committed to creating a culture of inclusivity where everyone can be themselves and reach their full potential. We believe in fostering a sense of belonging and actively encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, cultures, and abilities. We recognise the advantages of having a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve. Preference will be given to staff with Priority and 'At Risk' status including NHS At Risk staff throughout Devon. The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust reserves the right to close vacancy when sufficient applications have been received.

Benefits

We will work together to maintain a culture that develops and supports you and your team. This might include funding for a care certificate, a degree or leadership qualifications. Or it might include days off to study, engage in CPD or rotational placements to help you hone your skills. Wherever you are heading in the NHS, we'll help you get there. Looking after you is important to us. We strive to help our staff create a healthy work-life balance through flexible working schemes and our family friendly policies. If you're starting out in the NHS, you'll start with 27 days paid annual leave (plus bank holidays), rising to 33 days plus bank holidays. You'll benefit from access to our own comprehensive occupational health services, including counselling, onsite wellbeing activities and groups. Salary is not the only financial benefit You'll have access to an extensive range of staff discounts on shopping, fitness and leisure options and you can spread the cost of technology and home appliance purchases from major retailers. These are just a few of the benefits available if the role is something you are interested in, we'd love to hear from you. You will also have access to other benefits including:

• National discount services such as the Blue Light Card and Health Service Discounts.
• Salary sacrifice options including our OFSTED rated outstanding nursery onsite at Exeter Car lease schemes.
• The NHS Pension scheme (one of the most generous and comprehensive in the UK).
• Cycle to work scheme