Safeguarding Adults Clinical Nurse Specialist

Guy's and St Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust; London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading healthcare provider as a Safeguarding Adults Clinical Nurse Specialist. You will lead initiatives for vulnerable individuals, ensuring high clinical care standards, while benefiting from a supportive environment that promotes staff development. This position offers diverse experiences and opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• Specialist training and experience up to Masters level equivalent.
• Current First Level Nurse Registration on the NMC register.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and evaluate a seamless specialist service.
• Act as a lead specialist, providing advice, education, and support.
• Undertake clinical audits and research within the specialist area.

Skills

Ability to lead and influence staff clinically

Knowledge of the Mental Capacity Act

Ability to interpret and analyze complex data

Education

BSc/first degree (health-related) or equivalent qualification

Postgraduate Safeguarding Adults qualification

Job description

Job overview

Safeguarding Adults Clinical Nurse Specialist - Band 7

A vacancy has arisen within the safeguarding adults team for a clinical nurse specialist in safeguarding adults. This is an exciting opportunity for someone interested in working with vulnerable individuals and gaining diverse experiences in safeguarding, the Mental Capacity Act, Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards, Prevent, and related areas. The post involves supporting vulnerable people, including those with dementia and learning disabilities. The team is well-established and supportive of staff development in safeguarding adults.

For further information or an informal visit, contact Mala Karasu or Michael Fullerton at 020 7188 7188 Ext. 53293 or via email.

Closing date: 15th July 2024

Interview date: 18th July 2024

Main duties of the job

The post holder will develop, implement, and evaluate a seamless specialist service in partnership with the multidisciplinary team, ensuring high standards of clinical care. They will act as a lead specialist, providing advice, education, and support to healthcare professionals and patients. The role includes undertaking clinical audits and research within the specialist area.

Working for our organisation

The role is within a specialist team supporting very vulnerable individuals accessing Trust services. The team includes staff from mental health, learning disability, dementia, delirium, and social work specialties. The team collaborates closely with other teams and external agencies to advocate for patients and achieve the best outcomes.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

The post holder will contribute to developing clinical practice, research, and standards of care, including policy, protocol, and guideline development. They will ensure the safety and well-being of service users, promoting dignity and human rights through person-centered, safe care principles.

Person specification

• BSc/first degree (health-related) or equivalent qualification and experience
• Specialist training and experience up to Masters level equivalent
• Current First Level Nurse Registration on the NMC register or equivalent, appropriate for the specialty
• Postgraduate Safeguarding Adults qualification

Skills and Knowledge

• Ability to lead and influence staff clinically
• Knowledge of the Mental Capacity Act
• Ability to interpret and analyze complex data

Experience

• Autonomous work at an advanced level within the specialist area
• Management and leadership skills and autonomous practice
• Experience in patient advocacy
• Experience in a mental health setting
• Experience working with patients with learning disabilities

Guy’s and St Thomas’ NHS Foundation Trust values diversity and is committed to equality. We ensure our policies promote equitable treatment for all staff, patients, and carers, regardless of race, ethnicity, disability, religion, age, gender identity, sexual orientation, pregnancy, or marital status.