We are looking to appoint a practitioner (full and part-time vacancies available) to work within a hospital in the North East. The Trust specializes in mental health, learning disabilities, and community services. Serving the Merseyside and Cheshire regions, the trust operates a wide range of services, including inpatient care, community mental health support, and specialized services for complex conditions like secure and forensic mental health care.

Description:

Assessment and Diagnosis:

• Conduct comprehensive and systematic assessments of patients.
• Diagnose a wide range of health conditions based on clinical evaluation.

Management of Patient Care:

• Develop, implement, and evaluate treatment plans.
• Prescribe medications and treatments within their scope of practice.
• Provide expert clinical advice and support to patients and their families.

Clinical Procedures:

• Perform advanced clinical procedures such as suturing, minor surgery, and interpreting diagnostic tests.

Health Promotion and Disease Prevention:

• Educate patients on health promotion and disease prevention.
• Provide lifestyle advice and support to improve patient outcomes.

Leadership and Management

Clinical Leadership:

• Lead and manage clinical teams.
• Act as a role model and mentor for other nursing staff.

Service Development:

• Contribute to the development and implementation of clinical guidelines and protocols.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives to enhance patient care.

Policy and Practice Development:

• Influence the development of policies and practices within the healthcare setting.
• Ensure compliance with legal, regulatory, and ethical standards in nursing practice.

Education and Research

Teaching and Mentorship:

• Educate and mentor nursing staff, students, and other healthcare professionals.
• Facilitate training and development programs.

Research and Evidence-Based Practice:

• Engage in research activities to contribute to the evidence base of nursing practice.
• Implement evidence-based practice in clinical settings to improve patient care.

Professional Development

Continual Learning:

• Engage in continuous professional development to maintain and enhance skills and knowledge.
• Keep abreast of advances in nursing practice and healthcare.

Professional Leadership:

• Represent nursing at various forums and committees.
• Advocate for the nursing profession and patient care at a local, regional, and national level.

Communication and Collaboration

Interdisciplinary Collaboration:

• Work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams to provide holistic care.
• Coordinate care across different healthcare settings.

Patient and Family Communication:

• Communicate effectively with patients and their families.
• Provide emotional support and counseling as needed.

Requirements:

• Registered Nurse
• Independent Prescriber
• Master's award in Advanced Clinical Practice
• Evidence of continuing professional development
• Knowledge of Clinical Governance and its application in practice
• Broad in-depth knowledge of all aspects of health issues encompassing childhood/adulthood
• Working knowledge of vulnerable adult and child protection procedures
• Experienced in palliative care, chronic disease management, and wound management
• Confident and competent in a wide range of clinical skills

To apply for this role, please reply with your updated CV and job reference number - BS/10449/ANP2.