Bank Tissue Viability Nurse

We are currently seeking an experienced and motivated Band 6 Registered General Nurse (RGN) to join the Tissue Viability Team at Oak Lane Clinic, within Central London Community Healthcare, on a temporary basis.

The successful applicant will be required to demonstrate alignment with the Trust's values - Accountability, Inclusion, Compassion, and Empowerment, alongside fulfilling the duties detailed in the attached Job Description and Person Specification.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide a comprehensive Physiotherapy service to residents of West Hertfordshire within the bed-based unit
• Work within professional standards and clinical guidelines, promote best practice and undertake all aspects of clinical duties as an autonomous practitioner
• Assess and treat own caseload of patients/clients and maintain professional documentation
• Build up and maintain key relationships with referring services across CLCH
• Supervise Rehabilitation Assistants and Physiotherapy students, with guidance from Senior Therapists
• Work in a variety of settings including clinics, clients' own home, Residential and Nursing Homes, Acute and Community Hospitals
• Support self and service development through active participation in Continuing Professional Development (CPD)

Requirements:

• Current NMC registration as a Registered Nurse (Adult)
• Previous experience in tissue viability and complex wound management
• Sound knowledge of pressure ulcer prevention, assessment and treatment
• Competence in wound assessment, dressing selection and compression therapy
• Strong clinical assessment, decision-making and problem-solving skills
• Excellent communication and organisational skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team
• Flexible, compassionate and patient-focused approach to care
• Up-to-date mandatory training
• Satisfactory DBS clearance

What We Offer:

• Competitive employment package
• Investment in employees' development and well-being
• Inclusive organisation that values compassion and welcomes new ideas

Salary: £22.75 per hour