Overview
Join the University of Southampton Auditory Implant Service (USAIS) as an Advanced Nurse Practitioner and make a meaningful impact in the lives of cochlear implant and auditory implant users. You will have a unique opportunity to further your career by using your clinical skills within a university setting, allowing access to up-to-date research in this field. USAIS is a nationally recognised centre of excellence, providing specialist assessment, surgical intervention, and lifelong support for individuals with auditory implants. Our team is passionate about enhancing quality of life through cutting-edge technology and holistic care. For information on the Service please look at the website http://ais.southampton.ac.uk/
We have 2 part-time (21 hours) permanent vacant posts available.
Responsibilities
* Lead nurse-led clinics for implant assessment and follow-up
* Provide expert clinical advice and support to patients and families
* Collaborate with audiologists, surgeons, and rehabilitation specialists
* Contribute to service development, audit, and research initiatives
* Lead on Infection Control Policy
Qualifications
* Registered Nurse
* MSc in Advanced Clinical Practice or equivalent
* Strong communication skills and a patient-focused approach
* Ability to work within a multidisciplinary team to meet the needs of the patients
* Ability to demonstrate safe, clinical decision making and expert care
* Ability to work within professional boundaries, while providing care for the presenting patient from initial history taking, clinical assessment, diagnosis, treatment, and evaluation of care
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