Tissue Viability Nurse

+ Act as a specialist resource on all aspects of Tissue Viability to patients, carers and multi-professional team
+ Demonstrate in depth knowledge and skills in the specialist area
+ Possess and use advanced skills to provide direct patient care
+ Demonstrate autonomous specialist practice and advice in the assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of patient care
+ Deliver high quality, clinically effective care, utilising best practice and research, in collaboration with colleagues in everyday practice
+ Effectively manage a delegated caseload of patients, At Harrogate and District NHS Foundation Trust we provide 'outstanding' care to both our patients and our staff. We support staff through benefits, health and wellbeing initiatives and opportunities for personal and professional development.
+ An inclusive and supportive culture - our Trust encourages staff to bring their whole selves to work and active Staff Networks identify areas for improvement.
+ Staff Recognition - as well as regular appraisals, we recognise staff with our Making a Difference, Team of the Month Awards & Colleague Recognition Awards
+ Employee Support and wellbeing - we have a comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme, counselling service and fast track physiotherapy service for employees.
+ Staff Benefits - We have a range of staff benefits and schemes to support staff health, engagement, wellbeing and inclusion., The Tissue Viability Service is a nurse-led service providing specialist advice and education on the prevention and management of wounds across HDFT.
The Tissue Viability Service will take an autonomous lead on the development and implementation of a strategic approach to Tissue Viability and wound prevention and management across the organisation.
The service delivers advice and support to patients (adults and children) and staff across acute and community services.
For further details of this position please find attached the Job Description and Personal Specification.

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a motivated and enthusiastic registered nurse to join the Tissue Viability Service. The successful candidate will work alongside the team to embed and shape outstanding quality care.
This role will require you to assist and work independently within the TV Team. You will actively contribute to the prevention of avoidable pressure ulcers and contribute to the management of complex wounds. You will deliver training on all aspects of Tissue Viability to patients, carers and all internal staff groups, as well as other quality training as required.
You will have excellent interpersonal and communication skills, be highly motivated and flexible in your approach to care delivery and committed to quality improvement.
Previous experience of working within Tissue Viability required.