Spinal Deformity Support Nurse at University Hospitals of North Midlands NHS Trust
Are you passionate about the care of patients with spinal deformities? Do you have experience working with adults, children and young people? Have you had experience developing services and participating in research? We have an exciting opportunity for a 12‑month secondment within the spinal deformity service.
Responsibilities
* Work with adults, children and young people with spinal deformity.
* Collaborate with senior clinicians, the multidisciplinary team, and the clinical nurse specialist to deliver expert nursing services.
* Manage individual caseloads with support from the clinical nurse specialist.
* Ensure patients and families/carers receive relevant information and education to enable informed decisions.
* Facilitate and support nurse‑led clinics in a clinical environment.
* Pre‑assess children using health assessment skills to optimise before surgical intervention.
* Support ward rounds in inpatient areas for both adults and children/young people.
* Order and follow up on tests/diagnostics within scope of practice and coordinate with administrative and consultant teams.
* Present cases at multidisciplinary meetings and provide specialist education and training to staff and families/carers.
* Network with community services to support discharge planning.
Qualifications
* Registered Nurse with experience in adult, child and young person care.
* Experience developing services and participating in research related to spinal deformity.
* Strong communication and organisational skills.
Employment Details
Seniority Level: Entry level
Employment type: Full‑time
Equal Opportunities
University Hospitals of North Midlands NHS Trust is committed to fostering an inclusive culture, providing equal opportunities for career development and ensuring all staff feel valued and respected.
Contact
Rebecca Marsh, Matron
Email: rebecca.marsh@uhnm.nhs.uk
Telephone: 01782 679939
Sarah Allen, Lead Spinal Deformity CNS
Email: sarah.allen@uhnm.nhs.uk
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