About this role
Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen to join the NationalHospital forNeurology&Neurosurgery as a MotorNeuroneDisease(MND)CareCentreCoordinator(Band7).
This is a fixed term post for 12months covering maternity leave, supported by a MotorNeuroneDiseaseAssociation(MNDA)grant.
Working within a nationally recognised MND Care Centre, you will contribute to the coordinated, proactive and multidisciplinary care model recommended in NICENG42. The role focuses on collaboration, working closely with the MNDClinicalNurseSpecialist, AdvancedNursePractitioner, ConsultantNurse, Neurologists and the wider MDT to ensure seamless, person centred support from diagnosis through to ongoing management.
You must have an understanding of the needs of patients with a life limiting illness; possess excellent communication skills for advising and supporting patients, relatives and other health professionals along with a willingness to learn about Motor Neurone Disease (MND)
We welcome applications from experienced Nurses orTherapists who demonstrate advanced communication skills, sound clinical reasoning and a commitment to teamwork and service improvement. You will join a supportive, forward thinking team dedicated to improving outcomes and experiences for people living withMND.
This is a full time, Monday to Friday role with no weekend or bank holiday working an opportunity to make a meaningful difference within a collaborative, specialist environment.
Main duties of the job
The Band7MNDCareCentreCoordinator will hold an appropriate professional qualification (RNorAHP) and work collaboratively within the MNDteam and wider multidisciplinary network to deliver coordinated, proactive and person centred care in line with NICENG42 guidance.The postholder will:o Practice autonomously while working in partnership with the MNDClinicalNurseSpecialist, AdvancedNursePractitioner, ConsultantNurse, Neurologists and community based MDTs.o Coordinate care for people living withMND by attending borough specific MDT meetings, facilitating referrals and maintaining accurate records on the MNDregister.o Contribute to the development and review of protocols, pathways and organisational guidelines, ensuring compliance with NICENG42 and the NationalServiceFramework forLong TermConditions.o Act as a clinical resource for colleagues and students, promoting evidence based practice and supporting education within the specialist area.o Participate in audit, service evaluation and quality improvement initiatives to enhance patient experience and service delivery.o Continue to develop specialist clinical knowledge and apply research and critical analysis to practice.o Build strong clinical networks and maintain effective communication across acute, community and voluntary sectors.o Demonstrate commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion, and uphold the Trust's values of safety, kindness, teamwork and improving.
About us
University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust (UCLH) is one of the most complex NHS trusts in the UK, serving a large and diverse population. We provide academically led acute and specialist services, to people from the local area, from throughout the United Kingdom and overseas. Our vision is to deliver top-quality patient care, excellent education, and world-class research.
We provide first-class acute and specialist services across eight sites:o University College Hospital (incorporating the Elizabeth Garrett Anderson Wing)o National Hospital for Neurology and Neurosurgeryo Royal National ENT and Eastman Dental Hospitalso University College Hospital Grafton Way Buildingo Royal London Hospital for Integrated Medicineo University College Hospital Macmillan Cancer Centreo The Hospital for Tropical Diseaseso University College Hospital at Westmoreland Street
We are dedicated to the diagnosis and treatment of many complex illnesses. UCLH specialises in women's health and the treatment of cancer, infection, neurological, gastrointestinal and oral disease. It has world class support services including critical care, imaging, nuclear medicine and pathology.
We are committed to sustainability and have pledged to become a carbon net zero health service, embedding sustainable practice throughout UCLH. We have set an ambitious target of net zero for our direct emissions by 2031 and indirect emissions by 2040.
Job description Job responsibilities
For the full Person Specification and more information regarding the main responsibilities of this role, please refer to the attached Job Description.
We advice applicants to speak to Emma Townsley ([email protected]) before applying for more information.
Come and be a part of the best NHS trust in England to work for, according to our staff*
* UCLH top trust to work at in England - In the most recent NHS staff survey UCLH had the highest percentage of staff who said they would recommend us as a place to work, out of all general acute or acute/community NHS trusts in England for the third year in a row.
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To discover more about what makes UCLH a great place to work, visit: Why Choose UCLH?
Person Specification
Knowledge and Qualifications Essential
Registered Nurse (Adult) OR AHP qualification Honours Degree in Nursing, or AHP speciality or related subjects OR International equivalent Evidence of advanced communication skills Relevant post registration programme (neurology, palliative care, long term conditions or similar)
Desirable
Advanced communication skill course Evidence of CPD Teaching/Assessment programme Leadership development programme Management development programme Completed/completing Masters Degree
Experience Essential
Substantial post-registration experience working at senior level in relevant field. Experience coordinating complex care across acute, community or palliative settings Experience working autonomously and making complex clinical decisions within scope of practice Experience delivering person centred care for people with progressive or long term neurological conditions Experience contributing to audit, service evaluation or quality improvement Experience teaching or supporting learning for patients, carers or staff Experience participating in clinical governance and responding to clinical incidents Experience applying research or evidence to improve clinical practice Experience supervising or mentoring junior staff Experience contributing to service development, innovation or pathway design Experience contributing to research, publications or presentations
Communication Essential
Effective communicator, in writing, verbally & electronically Presentation skills Keyboard and word processing skills Ability to present complex information clearly to MDTs and external partners
Personal and People Development Essential
Commitment to maintaining own fitness for practice through maintaining a personal portfolio of competencies Reflective in practice Evidence of ability to work both collaboratively and autonomously Commitment to ongoing professional development and reflective practice
Desirable
Experience as a preceptor/facilitator/mentor
Responsibilities towards promoting Equality Diversity and Inclusion Essential
Demonstrable understanding of Equality, Diversity and Inclusion and NHS obligations under the Equality Act 2010
Specific Requirements Essential
Demonstrable understanding of Equality, Diversity and Inclusion and NHS obligations under the Equality Act 2010
Specific Requirements Essential
The post holder will need to be passed fit to perform full duties of the post through the occupational health with any reasonable aids and adjustments if necessary
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.
Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
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 University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Address National Hospital for Neurology & Neurosurgery
Queen Square
London
WC1N 3BG
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.uclh.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)