Paediatric Epilepsy Clinical Nurse Specialist

NHS National Services Scotland; Greater London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity awaits to join a dedicated pediatric neurology team within a leading healthcare system. You will play a crucial role in supporting children with epilepsy, providing both medical and educational assistance. Your contributions will ensure seamless care for young patients, from developing tailored seizure management plans to conducting training sessions for caregivers and staff. This role not only allows you to make a significant impact on the lives of children and their families but also offers a collaborative environment where your expertise will be valued. If you are passionate about pediatric care and eager to contribute to a vital service, this position is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Experience in pediatric neurology and epilepsy management is essential.
• Registered Nurse with a focus on providing care to children.

Responsibilities

• Support children with epilepsy in outpatient and inpatient settings.
• Develop individualized seizure management plans for patients.

Skills

Pediatric Neurology

Seizure Management

Patient Support

Training and Education

Education

Registered Nurse Qualification

Specialization in Pediatric Care

Tools

Vagal Nerve Stimulation Devices

Job description

NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde is one of the largest healthcare systems in the UK employing around 40,000 staff in a wide range of clinical and non-clinical professions and job roles. We deliver acute hospital, primary, community and mental health care services to a population of over 1.15 million and a wider population of 2.2 million when our regional and national services are included.

This is an exciting opportunity to join the paediatric neurology team within the Royal Hospital for Children Glasgow to support children as outpatients and inpatients under the care of the wider neurology team in order to provide seamless support for children and young people who have epilepsy. He/she will contribute to the medical, educational and social management of children with epilepsy, providing support and formal training sessions within the hospital for carers and staff from nurseries, schools and respite centres. He/she will contribute to the West of Scotland Nurse Run Vagal Nerve Stimulation service, adjusting devices according to response, guided by nationally agreed guidelines. The post holder will develop individualised seizure management plans for children and young people with epilepsy to guide seizure management in school, respite and ambulance and accident and emergency settings.

Informal Contact: Margaret Wilson, Paediatric Clinical Nurse Specialist on 0141 452 4170 or [e-mail]

Details on how to contact the Recruitment Service can be found within the Candidate Information Packs.

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