Job Summary
The Lymphoedema Service at Teesside Hospice provides care and treatment across Tees Valley and North Yorkshire. We are a practitioner lead service providing assessment, education and treatment to patients with Primary and Secondary Lymphoedema, as well as Lipoedema.
We provide our service in clinics, patients homes, care homes and GP surgeries. We work closely with community staff.
Experience in lymphoedema is not essential but a commitment and willingness to complete relevant training and work well in a team providing a high standard of person-centred care is required.
Main duties of the job
The Nurse Associate is responsible for acquiring and maintaining competence in current lymphoedema management in accordance with the British Lymphology Society (BLS) guidelines and International Best Practice for the management of mild to moderate lymphoedema.
This will include the ability to educate patients and carers towards self-management in the cornerstones of lymphoedema management (skin care, exercise, compression, simple lymphatic drainage and kinesio tape).
The Nurse Associate will work under the direction of a Lymphoedema Practitioner providing a high standard of care for the patient and to support carers. To assist the lymphoedema clinical team development by keeping abreast of change, involving evidence-based and directives from government/organisational policies.
To work within the guidelines of the BLS and International Consensus Best Practice for the management of patients with mild to moderate lymphoedema.
To provide holistic individualised care to lymphoedema patients with chronic disease and life limiting illness.
A commitment to undertake necessary training to achieve competencies to fulfil this role is required.
Lymphoedema theory and practice
Palliative care course
Complete competencies in kinesio tape application, lymphoedema compression bandaging, basic wound care and an understanding of the vascular system.
About Us
At Teesside Hospice, we believe in making every moment count. Our team is dedicated to providing exceptional, specialist care and support to patients and their families during challenging times.
People are at our core. We offer a supportive environment with opportunities for professional growth and development and are always aiming for the highest standards and working environment. Our Lymphoedema team work positively together, collaborating to ensure our patients get the best care, and staff enjoy a fulfilling career knowing they make a real difference in people's lives.
Our values are Compassionate, Skilled, Accountable, Trustworthy and Principled - working here means being part of a community that focuses on empathy, respect and teamwork. We're there for everyone who needs us and are on a mission to change the way society and healthcare systems care for people.
Details
Date posted
03 June 2025
Pay scheme
Other
Salary
£26,700 to £27,995 a year
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time, Part-time, Flexible working
Reference number
B0156-25-0008
Job locations
Teesside Hospice
1 Northgate Road
Middlesbrough
Cleveland
TS5 5NW
Job Description
Job responsibilities
General duties
To become a competent practitioner in mild to moderate lymphoedema and work within BLS guidelines. To be self-aware of your limitations in knowledge and skills, to seek guidance when appropriate from Lymphoedema Practitioners.
To be aware of the current changes and influences in lymphoedema, cancer and palliative care.
Under the direction of a Lymphoedema Practitioner, provide holistic care. Assist patient and carers to make informed choices and decisions in relation to their treatment.
Implement the cornerstones of lymphoedema self-management, monitoring and recording the effects of these interactions through structured evaluations.
To provide emotional and psychological support to lymphoedema patients with chronic disease and life limiting illness.
To liaise with and provide relevant information to other members of the MDT, within Teesside Hospice and the outside wider team.
Work collaboratively with TVN, District Nursing and Practice Nurse team. Provide support as required under the direction of the Lymphoedema Practitioner.
Ensure all documentation and patient records are completed in a professional and timely manner.
Manage time effectively to ensure clinic/home visits run efficiently and in a timely manner.
Under the direction of the Lymphoedema Practitioner provide necessary care to patients with mild to moderate lymphoedema in clinics, home, care homes and GP surgeries as required. (Follow lone worker policy)
Support Senior Lymphoedema Practitioners with patient education groups.
Support Senior Lymphoedema Practitioners to provide education sessions to Teesside Hospice staff and wider health care professionals to highlight and educate staff on lymphoedema management.
To participate in Clinical Governance including audit and risk management to improve practice. An allocated area of shared responsibility/practice development will be highlighted.
Attend Clinical Supervision, clinical team meetings and lymphoedema team meetings.
To gain an awareness of the clinic budget and KPI targets. Ensure cost effective use of resources and support senior Lymphoedema Practitioners to ensure KPI targets are achieved.
To support all lymphoedema team including volunteers to ensure that patients receive a high standard of care and expert service.
To ensure a high standard of patient confidentiality is maintained.
To undertake appropriate further education that will meet both own needs and the organisation needs. To be responsible for maintaining a personal awareness of professional developments in lymphoedema, chronic illness and palliative care.
To comply with all mandatory training and be familiar with Teesside Hospice policies and procedures.
To ensure the promotion of safety, wellbeing and interests of patients, staff and visitors.
Job Description
Job responsibilities
General duties
To become a competent practitioner in mild to moderate lymphoedema and work within BLS guidelines. To be self-aware of your limitations in knowledge and skills, to seek guidance when appropriate from Lymphoedema Practitioners.
To be aware of the current changes and influences in lymphoedema, cancer and palliative care.
Under the direction of a Lymphoedema Practitioner, provide holistic care. Assist patient and carers to make informed choices and decisions in relation to their treatment.
Implement the cornerstones of lymphoedema self-management, monitoring and recording the effects of these interactions through structured evaluations.
To provide emotional and psychological support to lymphoedema patients with chronic disease and life limiting illness.
To liaise with and provide relevant information to other members of the MDT, within Teesside Hospice and the outside wider team.
Work collaboratively with TVN, District Nursing and Practice Nurse team. Provide support as required under the direction of the Lymphoedema Practitioner.
Ensure all documentation and patient records are completed in a professional and timely manner.
Manage time effectively to ensure clinic/home visits run efficiently and in a timely manner.
Under the direction of the Lymphoedema Practitioner provide necessary care to patients with mild to moderate lymphoedema in clinics, home, care homes and GP surgeries as required. (Follow lone worker policy)
Support Senior Lymphoedema Practitioners with patient education groups.
Support Senior Lymphoedema Practitioners to provide education sessions to Teesside Hospice staff and wider health care professionals to highlight and educate staff on lymphoedema management.
To participate in Clinical Governance including audit and risk management to improve practice. An allocated area of shared responsibility/practice development will be highlighted.
Attend Clinical Supervision, clinical team meetings and lymphoedema team meetings.
To gain an awareness of the clinic budget and KPI targets. Ensure cost effective use of resources and support senior Lymphoedema Practitioners to ensure KPI targets are achieved.
To support all lymphoedema team including volunteers to ensure that patients receive a high standard of care and expert service.
To ensure a high standard of patient confidentiality is maintained.
To undertake appropriate further education that will meet both own needs and the organisation needs. To be responsible for maintaining a personal awareness of professional developments in lymphoedema, chronic illness and palliative care.
To comply with all mandatory training and be familiar with Teesside Hospice policies and procedures.
To ensure the promotion of safety, wellbeing and interests of patients, staff and visitors.
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
* Ability to work effectively as a team player under appropriate supervision and as part of a multi-disciplinary team
* Relevant experience of working in a healthcare setting
* Experience of working with patients with a chronic illness
Desirable
* Experience of SystmOne, Microsoft word and excel
* Experience of caring for patients with lymphoedema
Essential
Skills & Abilities
* Excellent interpersonal skills.
* Effective written, verbal and non-verbal communication with patients, carers and all members of the multidisciplinary teams
* Ability to work with patients from a diverse range of religious, cultural and social backgrounds to meet their needs
* Flexible and adaptable to change
Qualifications
Essential
* Registered Nurse Associate
Desirable
* Degree
Person Specification
Essential
* Registered Nurse Associate
Desirable
* Degree
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer details
Employer name
Teesside Hospice
Address
Teesside Hospice
1 Northgate Road
Middlesbrough
Cleveland
TS5 5NW
Employer's website
https://www.teessidehospice.org (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
Teesside Hospice
Address
Teesside Hospice
1 Northgate Road
Middlesbrough
Cleveland
TS5 5NW
Employer's website
https://www.teessidehospice.org (Opens in a new tab) #J-18808-Ljbffr