In collaboration with Dementia UK, Princess Royal University Hospital (PRUH) is looking to recruit an innovative and motivated registered nurse with a passion for, and experience in, providing relationship-centred dementia care to join our Dementia and Delirium Team as an Admiral Nurse.
We are seeking a motivated and innovative NMC-registered nurse (Adult, Mental Health, or Learning Disability) with a passion for relationship-centred dementia care to join our Dementia and Delirium Team as an Admiral Nurse.
In this specialist Band 7 role, you will:
* Provide expert one-to-one support for people with dementia and their families
* Deliver and coordinate high-quality, evidence-based dementia care across the hospital
* Lead initiatives to improve patient and carer experience throughout hospital stays and transitions
* Provide training and act as a role model to support best practice in dementia care across PRUH
You will be supported by Dementia UK to develop professionally through the Admiral Nurse Competency Framework, postgraduate education, and the wider Admiral Nurse network.
The Admiral Nurse will lead, deliver, and coordinate relationship-centred dementia care to improve the experience of carers and families affected by dementia with complex needs during the acute stay and transitions of care within operational areas of Princess Royal University Hospital (PRUH).
In line with the Admiral Nurse Competency Framework at an enhanced specialist level, the post holder will provide:
* Specialist bio-psychosocial assessment and support for people with dementia and families with complex needs
* Facilitation of education and training for staff in the delivery of evidence-based dementia care
* Clinical leadership in policy development and quality improvement
* Consultancy to other health and social care professionals regarding dementia
Applicants should have substantial post-registration experience in dementia care (including in acute settings) and postgraduate dementia-specific training or education.
King's College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is one of the UK's largest and busiest teaching Trusts with a turnover of c£1.8 billion, 1.5 million patient contacts a year and more than 15,000 staff based across 5 main sites in South East London.
We are committed to delivering Sustainable Healthcare for All via our Green Plan and have set net zero carbon targets.
Please note that all staff have a responsibility for safeguarding children and vulnerable adults and for ensuring they are aware of the specific duties relating to their role.
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