Trainee Epilepsy Specialist Nurse - Flexible Path to Band 6

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

Job summary

A community health trust is seeking a Trainee Epilepsy Specialist Nurse to support patients in managing their epilepsy. This role involves linking patients with doctors, developing clinical skills in assessment and treatment of epilepsy, and co-writing professional development plans. Ideal candidates will be passionate about patient care and willing to grow within the organization, which values diversity and flexible working arrangements.

Qualifications

• Skilled Nurse with a nursing qualification and experience in patient care.
• Ability to link patients with medical professionals regarding treatment changes.
• Willingness to develop specialist epilepsy management skills.

Responsibilities

• Support the care of people with epilepsy.
• Link patients with consultant neurologists and GPs.
• Develop specialist skills in assessment and treatment of epilepsy.
• Co-write professional development plans and achieve clinical objectives.

Skills

Support in patient care

Communication with medical professionals

Development of clinical skills

Ability to co-write development plans

Education

Nursing qualification

Job description

A community health trust is seeking a Trainee Epilepsy Specialist Nurse to support patients in managing their epilepsy. This role involves linking patients with doctors, developing clinical skills in assessment and treatment of epilepsy, and co-writing professional development plans. Ideal candidates will be passionate about patient care and willing to grow within the organization, which values diversity and flexible working arrangements.