About this role
Job summary
To provide specialist assessment, treatment, management, and education relating to wound care and tissue viability within the general practice population. The post holder will work collaboratively with GPs, practice nurses, community services, and multidisciplinary teams to prevent and manage wounds, promote healing, reduce complications, and improve patient outcomes.
Main Duties
Assess, plan, implement, and evaluate care for patients with acute and chronic wounds.Perform comprehensive wound assessments and develop individualised treatment plans.Manage a range of wounds including pressure ulcers, leg ulcers, diabetic foot ulcers, surgical wounds, skin tears, and traumatic wounds.Provide evidence-based wound care, including dressing selection and application of advanced wound management techniques.Assess patients for risk of pressure damage and implement preventative measures.
Main duties of the job
Monitor wound healing progress and review treatment plans accordingly.Recognise and manage wound infections, escalating concerns and referring to appropriate services when required.Deliver compression therapy for eligible patients with venous leg ulcers and oedema.Educate patients, carers, and families on wound care, skin integrity, pressure ulcer prevention, nutrition, and self-management strategies.Provide specialist tissue viability advice and support to GPs, nurses, healthcare assistants, and other members of the multidisciplinary team.Liaise with community nursing teams, podiatry services, specialist tissue viability teams, and secondary care providers to ensure continuity of care.Maintain accurate and contemporaneous patient records using electronic clinical systems.Participate in clinical audits, quality improvement initiatives, and service development related to wound care and tissue viability.Ensure practice complies with local and national wound care guidelines, policies, and best practice standards.Support the training, supervision, and competency development of clinical staff in wound management and tissue viability.Adhere to infection prevention and control procedures, safeguarding responsibilities, and professional standards set by the Nursing and Midwifery Council.Maintain up-to-date knowledge of developments in wound care and tissue viability through continuing professional development.
About us
PML is a successful not-for-profit, GP-led organisation providing various NHS community and primary care clinical services to patients across Oxfordshire and Northamptonshire. We have evolved as a NHS healthcare provider since 2004 and in the last few years have grown significantly, now employing around 300 staff with a turnover of circa £16m. PML holds GMS contracts, as well as being a GP Federation representing circa 50 GP practices covering approximately 650,000 patients.
We welcome applicants from a diverse range of backgrounds and circumstances and people with protected characteristics under the Equality Act 2010
Job description Job responsibilities
Clinical Responsibilities
Assess, plan, implement, and evaluate care for patients with acute and chronic wounds.
Undertake comprehensive wound assessments using evidence-based practice.
Develop and implement individualised wound management plans.
Manage a range of wound types, including:
Pressure ulcersLeg ulcersDiabetic foot woundsSurgical woundsSkin tearsTraumatic woundsMalignant wounds
Perform wound dressings and advanced wound care interventions.
Assess patients for pressure ulcer risk and implement prevention strategies.
Support early identification and management of skin integrity issues.
Monitor wound healing progress and adjust treatment plans as required.
Identify signs of infection and initiate appropriate interventions in accordance with local policies and prescribing guidelines.
Refer patients to specialist services where necessary.
Specialist Tissue Viability Responsibilities
Provide expert advice and guidance to clinical staff on tissue viability issues.
Lead on pressure ulcer prevention initiatives within the practice.
Promote evidence-based wound care practices.
Support the implementation of local and national wound care guidelines.
Participate in wound care audits and quality improvement projects.
Monitor and evaluate wound care outcomes.
Maintain knowledge of current wound care products and technologies.
Patient Education and Health Promotion
Educate patients and carers regarding:
Wound managementPressure ulcer preventionSkin careNutrition and hydration related to wound healingCompression therapy compliance
Encourage self-management where appropriate.
Promote healthy lifestyle choices that support tissue viability and wound healing.
Multidisciplinary Working
Work collaboratively with:
General PractitionersPractice NursesCommunity NursesPodiatristsDistrict NursesTissue Viability ServicesSecondary Care Teams
Participate in multidisciplinary case reviews and care planning meetings.
Ensure effective communication and continuity of care across services.
Leadership and Education
Act as a clinical resource for wound care and tissue viability.
Support the training and development of practice staff.
Deliver educational sessions on wound management and tissue viability.
Contribute to competency assessments and clinical supervision where appropriate.
Support service development and implementation of best practice standards.
Governance and Quality
Maintain accurate, timely, and comprehensive clinical records.
Participate in clinical audit, risk management, and quality assurance activities.
Report incidents, safeguarding concerns, and adverse events according to policy.
Maintain professional registration and comply with the requirements of the Nursing and Midwifery Council.
Adhere to infection prevention and control policies and information governance requirements.
Person Specification
Skills & Knowledge Essential
Advanced knowledge of wound healing and tissue viability principles Understanding of pressure ulcer prevention and management Knowledge of compression therapy and leg ulcer management. Excellent clinical assessment skills. Strong communication and patient education skills. Ability to work autonomously and prioritise workload effectively. Competence in clinical documentation and use of electronic patient records.
Qualifications Essential
Registered Nurse (Adult) with current registration with the Nursing and Midwifery Council. Post-registration qualification in wound care, tissue viability, or equivalent specialist training Evidence of continuing professional development. Independent Nurse Prescriber qualification
Desirable
Teaching and mentorship experience
Experience Essential
Experience in primary care, community nursing, or tissue viability services. Experience managing complex wounds and chronic wound conditions Experience undertaking clinical assessments and care planning Experience working within multidisciplinary teams
Desirable
Experience leading audits and quality improvement initiatives. Participation in practice meetings, training, and service development activities.
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 Principal Medical Limited
Address Banbury Cross Health Centre
6 Oxford Road
Banbury
Oxfordshire
OX16 9AD
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.principal-medical.co.uk (Opens in a new tab)