Would you like to join London’s leading nursing team? We are looking for a Spinal CNS Nurse to join our clients growing Spinal Service. Our client is proud to say that they work with a few of the finest spinal surgeons and therapists in the country.
The successful applicant will have been working in a similar environment and will be up to date in current practices. Experience will extend to working within a busy ward and professional, multi-disciplinary teams.
What would be my responsibilities as the Spinal CNS?
To work as an advanced practitioner, effectively delivering an expert nursing service within the specialist area.
To work closely with the Lead Spinal Consultant and his team to ensure that their effective coordination of the patient surgical pathway from pre-assessment to surgery, post operative information and support and access to advice and support following discharge
To establish clear lines of communication within the specialty team to ensure cohesive multidisciplinary management of patients.
To link with healthcare teams both internal and external to the Hospital in order to increase knowledge and facilitate the care of this patient group.
To manage a patient caseload, ensuring continuity of a high standard of evidence-based nursing from pre assessment through to post operative management and discharge.
To play an integral role in the operational/strategic development of both in/outpatient services for spinal patients.
To provide expert advice and leadership to all members of the MDT on the provision of care for this patient group.
Am I the right person for this post?
First Level Registered Nurse is essential
Degree/Master level education and post registration qualification(s) in field of expertise with evidence of further Professional development is essential
Significant experience in a senior nursing role within a spinal and orthopaedic surgery
Clear and thorough knowledge of the clinical care required for patients within ward areas
Experience of working in a ward environment
Track record of achievements in clinical care
Experience of working within Multidisciplinary teams and successfully facilitating change.
Experience of managing the complaint process.