OPAT Nurse Specialist

Takes the lead for implementing some policies/procedures and suggesting changes to practice/ procedures where necessary. Responsibilities for financial and physical resources. Takes personal responsibility for effective management of resources and safe use of equipment. Ensures maintenance of equipment is an authorised signatory for the purchase of equipment. Responsibilities for human resources Day to day management of the clinical area. Undertakes some appraisals and identifies staff development needs. Participates in the recruitment of staff. Initial stages of the management of HR policies. Acts as a mentor/preceptor / clinical supervisor to members of staff., Accurately maintains patient/staff records, records own data. Responsibilities for research & development Participates in audits and research within own clinical area.

We are looking for an individual with broad adult nurse experience as a Registered Nurse, a positive outlook and a passion for driving services forward. Experience within Outpatient/inpatients Parenteral Antimicrobial Therapy (OPAT) and across inpatient/outpatient/ community setting is preferred, but anyone who can demonstrate a high standard of general adult nursing may apply. We will provide all speciality relevant training. Substantial post qualification experience in nursing, with evidence of management skills gained through theoretical knowledge or experience. Experience of mentoring and developing staff. Peripheral venous Cannulation / venepuncture skills/ CVAD Competencies. Clinical decision-making skills. An understanding of the role of an OPAT nurse, in relation to the current health care environment. Demonstrate in depth specialist knowledge, skills and innovative practice in the delivery of OPAT Experience in teaching & educating others as this is a key element of the role an understanding including knowledge of the 5 OPAT delivery methods, including outreach and visiting patients in the community setting. Experience and involvement of service expansion including cross site working at all UHDB sites. Must hold current UK driving License and have access to a car which can be used and is insured for work purposes.

As a trusted organisation at the heart of our communities, we recognise the important role we can play in supporting the public, patients, our own people and local partners in achieving the best of health for the local population and the communities in which they live by providing Exceptional Care Together Our fundamental Values of Compassion, Openness and Excellence underpin how we intend to work as a Trust and the associated behaviours are becoming embedded in all aspects of how we work. In return we will offer:

• Development opportunities, both professional and leadership development
• On-going support from recruitment to when you join our team and beyond.
• Staff benefits including employee assistance programme, discounted gym membership, onsite fitness classes, car schemes
Key Facts:
• We see on average 4810 OP appointments a day.
• We are the 4th busiest Trauma & Orthopaedic outpatients department in England - an average of 2077 per week.
• An average of 1115 patients are seen in A&Es across our network every day - 3rd largest in the country.
• Our hospitals admit an average of 195 emergency patients daily.
• Last year we undertook almost 33,700 planned surgical operations in our 57 operating theatres.
• We are one of only 7 Trusts nationally with more than 50 operating theatres.
• We carry out more than 140 elective procedures each working day.
• UHDB is a research active University Hospital with a large and varied portfolio of clinical trials and research opportunities for all staff.