Trainee Epilepsy Nurse

Kent Community Health NHS Foundation Trust; Whitstable; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in Kent is seeking a skilled Nurse to join their Epilepsy Service as a Trainee Epilepsy Specialist. This role offers training in the assessment, treatment, and management of epilepsy, supported by a clear professional development plan. The organization values flexible working arrangements and is committed to high standards of patient care. The ideal candidate will demonstrate dedication to personal growth and a passion for improving community health, and will work within a team rated 'outstanding' by the CQC.

Qualifications

• Skilled Nurse with training in epilepsy care and management.
• Commitment to personal and professional development.
• Ability to work flexibly in a team-oriented environment.

Responsibilities

• Train in the assessment and management of people with epilepsy.
• Develop a professional growth plan with the Specialist Epilepsy Nurse.
• Ensure equitable access to career opportunities for diverse applicants.

Job description

We are looking for a skilled Nurse to join our Epilepsy Service as a Trainee Epilepsy Specialist. We are a team of specialist nurses with expertise in the care and treatment of epilepsy and our administrative team. We offer a service to clients in Kent and Medway. We provide a link between the person with epilepsy, the consultant neurologists and the GP giving advice and monitoring medicine changes.

Main duties of the job

This is a development role where you will train and acquire specialist skills and knowledge in the assessment, treatment and management of people with Epilepsy. You will have a professional development plan that is co‑written with the Specialist Epilepsy Nurse, setting clear goals within set timeframes to meet the clinical objectives. The data we collect helps us to ensure we are attracting diversity in our applicants, that all our colleagues have equitable access to career opportunities and supports us on our journey to being a Great Place to Work.

Flexible Working

As a flexible working friendly organisation, we want you to be able to work in a way that is best for us, for our patients and for you. Talk to us about a flexible working arrangement that won't involve sacrificing time for personal interests or family commitments. We'll support you to work flexibly in a way that will suit us both.

Our Commitment

Rated 'outstanding' by the CQC, we have a passion for delivering high standards of patient care and excellent services to improve the health of our communities. To do this we need outstanding people who share our values compassionate, aspirational, responsive, excellent.