Pain Specialist Nurse

£44962

Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, Sandhills, Oxford

Full time
Permanent
Onsite working

Posted 1 week ago, 12 Dec | Get your application in now before you're too late!

Closing date: Closing date not specified

job Ref: 00a59d9d497741e693e388d82e5ec2da

Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Full Job Description

To actively participate in the development and provision of Pain services both in the in-patient and out-patient areas across the Trust, through evidence-based practice. The role will encompass all aspects of acute and chronic pain.
To provide high quality, effective, individualised pain management advice to all patients that is compassionate and caring
To independently assess patients care needs and develop, implement, and evaluate them with supervision if required
To assist in the development and continuation of training/education programmes
To assist in the development and continuation of audit and research projects
To deputise for the Advanced Clinical Practitioners (ACP) / Senior Specialist Nurses (SSN) when required, for example due to staff shortages or as part of their continued professional development.
To work with the multi-disciplinary team to provide optimum pain relief and symptom management and to provide a high standard of nursing care to patients in the in-patient and out-patient setting
To take responsibility for the clinical care of patients by providing comprehensive assessment, planning, evaluation and support skills in all aspects of pain management with the support of senior colleagues
To provide advice on pain and symptom management to medical and surgical teams across the Trust
To provide medical and surgical teams with an individualised pain management plan for all acute and chronic pain referrals with the support of senior colleagues. This should include advice on appropriate pharmacological management, including dosages and information on non-pharmacological techniques. To monitor the effectiveness of the regimen by following-up on patients, as defined in a patient's individualised plan.
To develop advanced clinical skills relevant to pain management with the support of the senior nurses
Provide individualised advice, education and support to in-patients, out-patients and their carers, to manage their treatments effectively
To assist the consultant anaesthetists with day-case procedures in the Treatment Room and monitoring of patients in the Recovery area following procedures
To prepare the Treatment Room and Recovery areas by checking the safe functioning of equipment, and ensuring that the appropriate equipment and resources are available for the procedure lists
To maintain responsibility for the correct administration and safe storage of medicines, according to Trust policy
To ensure that ordering of supplies and equipment for the Pain Management Clinic, including for the Treatment and Recovery rooms, is completed in a timely and cost-effective manner
To fulfil the role of operator, with regards to IR(ME)R regulations 2017, in the use of the image intensifier, during procedures in the Treatment Room.
To ensure all equipment is in good working order and manage defective equipment appropriately in line with Trust quality assurance and reporting procedures
To participate in the provision of trans-cutaneous electrical nerve stimulation (TENS) to in-patients and in nurse led out-patient clinics
To answer patients' telephone queries in a concise, effective and clear manner
To ensure a safe environment of patients and staff in the Pain Management Centre
To evaluate the effects and side-effects of any clinical interventions involving pain management, whilst maintaining a safe environment for patients
To participate in the provision of patient-controlled analgesia, epidural and regional block analgesia in the in-patient setting and the provision of neural blockage in the outpatient/day-case setting
To promote communication between the multi-disciplinary members of the team and within clinical areas, in order to ensure seamless continuity of care and delivery of the service is maintained
To act as a resource, under supervision, on all aspects of pain and symptom control, using current research to underpin clinical practice
To ensure that all applicable Trust policies and guidelines are adhered to
To abide by the NMC Code of Professional Conduct and work towards becoming a higher-level practitioner as defined in the staff members annual appraisal
To act as the patients advocate
To contribute to the Trust's strategy, in conjunction with the Lead Nurse and work at all times with the Trust values at the forefront of clinical and professional practice
Be able to demonstrate the ability to work at level 6 (proficient) within the RCN Pain KSF for the Nursing Team
To assist in the maintenance of effective resource management
To attend or participate in appropriate meetings or sub-groups
To maintain records of clinical and training activity
To adhere to procedures related to the reporting of clinical incidents and drug errors via Ulysses
To uphold the tenets of clinical governance
To communicate effectively at all times and maintain a harmonious working environment
To assume responsibility for own professional development
To critically appraise and synthesise the outcomes of relevant research and apply them to own clinical practice
To keep up-to-date with developments in pain management techniques and maintain evidence-based practice
To assist in the development of patient education leaflets in order to promote patient autonomy and informed decision-making on analgesic choices or interventions
To assist in the development and organisation of teaching sessions and to take shared responsibility for delivering high-quality education to the identified clinical areas across the Trust
To share, with other members of the team, knowledge gained through experience, study days, courses and seminars
To assist in the orientation of new staff, visitors and students to the department
To act as a link nurse in designated clinical speciality/ward area to provide a point of contact for additional support with any pain related issues
To assist in the evaluation of the service and patient care, including monitoring of the patient experience
Maintain awareness of relevant research, evaluations and audit, and act on the information in collaboration with colleagues to continually develop the service
Identify areas of risk and poor quality, and address these through appropriate governance structures and forums
To promote the use of evidence-based practice through use of information technology and extensive reading
Conduct oneself in accordance with the NMC Code of Conduct and Trust policies
To keep up to date with publications, guidelines and recommendations of professional bodies and specialist pain societies
Develop new skills and knowledge pertaining to pain management
Take responsibility for self-development through the appraisal system and work towards completing agreed personal development plan
To participate in annual appraisal with mentor and ensure that revalidation portfolio is kept up to date
Promote awareness and compliance amongst colleagues regarding Trust policies, procedures, guidelines and standards
To be aware of and take appropriate action in regard to cardiac arrest, fire and major incident
Contribute to the delivery of the Trust's strategy, The postholder will have access to vulnerable people in the course of their normal duties and as such this post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service to check for any previous criminal convictions.

We are looking for an enthusiastic nurse to join our multidisciplinary Pain Service at Oxford University NHS Foundation Trust. The candidate must have a genuine interest in pain management with clear commitment in advancing in this specialist field. Experience in teaching and quality improvement desirable. You will be involved in service development and key initiatives to improve pain management across the Trust., 1st level registered nurse
First level degree in nursing
Demonstrable post-graduate level working
Evidence of educational development within pain management, such as specialist pain course or equivalent pain experience
Willingness to work towards specialist MSc/ACP
Recognised teaching and assessing qualification, Demonstrates up to date knowledge of pain as a speciality
Knowledge of the key professional issues and NMC guidelines relating to professional practice
Evidence of being able to work across organisational boundaries
Experience of applying research evidence to clinical practice
Knowledge of quality, standard setting and audit, Good written and verbal communication skills
IT skills
Previous experience of formal/informal teaching of patients and staff, Experience of acting as a clinical supervisor, appraiser and mentor to others, Leadership role, Demonstrates a keen interest in the speciality and is eager to develop knowledge and skills pain management
Ability to work flexibly to meet the needs of the service in conjunction with other members of the team, Demonstrates understanding of relevant national strategy/policy and how this relates to the service
Commitment to maintain own fitness for practice through maintaining a personal profile of practice competencies (portfolio)
Understanding of equal opportunities, You must have appropriate UK professional registration.

Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is one of the largest NHS teaching trusts in the country. It provides a wide range of general and specialist clinical services and is a base for medical education, training and research.