About this role
Job summary
An opportunity has arisen for a permanent Band 6 position, on a part-time basis (0.4WTE), within the St. Georges dietetic team, to support the specialist 8 bedded Rapid acute access rehabilitation (RAAR) facilitywithin St George's Hospital, where patients with an acquired neurological injury of any cause will receive a consultant led multidisciplinary intensive rehabilitation programme.
The successful applicant will be required to work collaboratively with the Rapid Access Acute Rehabilitation MDT. The role requires strong nutrition support skills, especially in enteral feeding, whilst taking a holistic approach to patient management. We are looking for a self-motivated individual who is pro-active, dynamic, flexible, has a patient centred approach with excellent communication skills.
Main duties of the job
Practice autonomously, providing high quality clinical practice in the area of Rapid Access Acute Rehabilitation. Be proactive in clinical decision making underpinned by an enhanced level of theoretical and practical knowledge. Use enhanced clinical skills in assessment, diagnosis, treatment and discharge of service users within the Rapid Access Acute Rehabilitation service
The Rapid Access Acute Rehabilitation service has been running for 3 years and is key in reducing the waiting time to access Level 1 Neuro Rehabilitation.
Multidisciplinary team consists of Consultant, clinical fellow, AHPs, psychologist and discharge coordinator.
About us
St.George's University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is the regional specialist care provider for south west London, Surrey and beyond. The trust provides a high quality, comprehensive range of health services from leading edge tertiary and trauma care to community services. With national and regional referrals added to our local 3.5m catchment, we serve a population of around 5m. Acute and tertiary health services are delivered from over 1,000 beds across two sites, by around 8,000 staff.
St.George's University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is a major acute hospital that offers very specialist care for complex injuries and illnesses, including trauma, neurology, cardiac care, renal services, gastrointestinal services, intestinal failure, cancer care and stroke.
Neuro rehab is vital in maximising patient recovery from stroke and trauma and supporting those with chronic neurological conditions. Evidence shows that the cost of early rehab intervention is rapidly offset by the longer term savings in the cost of community care.
In 2022, NHSEI London Region, the London Specialised Rehabilitation Collaborative and the London Major Trauma Network Steering Group collaborated to describe an investment aiming to address deficiencies in Level 1/2a specialised neuro rehab. This has resulted in the provision of 8 additional Level 1 beds at St George's Hospital , with the aim of providing early rapid access rehabilitation which evidence has shown to decrease the LOS for patients.
Job description Job responsibilities
Please see the attached supporting job description and person specification document, which contains more information about the role and requirements. Please ensure your application refers to the job description and person specification
Person Specification
Qualifications and Training Essential
BSc / Post graduate diploma in Nutrition & Dietetics HCPC current registration Evidence of continuing professional development
Desirable
Membership of BDA and relevant specialist group
Experience Essential
Postgraduate experience of working in acute and/or community dietetic services at graduate / band 5 level Experience of undertaking clinical audit/research Experience in the clinical supervision of students Experience of multidisciplinary team working Experience in teaching and education to patient groups and healthcare professionals
Desirable
Clinical experience of working in specialist area
Skills Essential
Excellent oral and written communication skills with people from a wide variety of backgrounds Ability to prioritise own workload Excellent IT skills Motivation and behavioural change skills Knowledge of dietetics within the NHS Knowledge of dietetics within specialist area
Other Essential
Able to respond to unpredictable work patterns and frequent interruptions Able to maintain effective working relationships with relevant stakeholders Membership of British Dietetic Association or other body conferring professional indemnity insurance
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 St George's University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Address St Georges Hospital
Blackshaw Road
London
SW17 0QT
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.stgeorges.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)