Children’s & Young People’s Epilepsy Nurse Specialist inOrmskirk inOrmskirk PUBLISHED
TUE 10 DEC 2024
Candidates must possess a recognized British Paediatric Neurology Association (BPNA) qualification and an Independent and Supplementary Non-Medical Prescribing (NMP) qualification. Responsibilities include prescribing medication, managing the psycho-social aspects of epilepsy care in collaboration with other health professionals, and providing ongoing support through outpatient visits and home care. Interested applicants should be aware that the vacancy may close early if a sufficient number of applications are received.
An exciting opportunity has arisen to appoint a permanent Band 7 Children's & Young People's Epilepsy Nurse Specialist.
This post is also eligible for an Annex 21 opportunity for experienced staff with an interest in epilepsy management
The post holder will be responsible for meeting the needs of children, young people and their families with epilepsy. The post holder will support the Consultant to deliver holistic care to meet the needs of this patient group. This service is provided in accordance with national, local and regional guidance, standards, protocols and policies in order to ensure children and young people reach their full potential throughout childhood and into adult life. The service is to be underpinned by the guiding principles of minimising risk, prioritising patient safety, clinical effectiveness and user satisfaction.
Applicants must hold a recognised British Paediatric Neurology Association (BPNA) qualification and an Independent and Supplementary None Medical Prescribing (NMP) qualification.
Please note this vacancy may close early due to sufficient applicants.
1. To ensure that the care of children and young people with epilepsy in the local boroughs is to a high standard in accordance with the International League against Epilepsy guidelines, NICE guidance, the Children's NSF, Epilepsy 12 audit findings and the clinical governance agenda includes evidence based protocol development, audit, risk management, professional development.
2. To co-ordinate the care of children and young people with epilepsy and their families, in order to provide a seamless service within the multi-professional team, including staff from other statutory and voluntary agencies, both hospital and community based.
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To advise as required on in-patient clinical management following appropriate protocols and with consultant support.
To arrange appropriate on-going management, individualised to meet each familys needs, at Out-Patients and through home visits and telephone support.
To provide the specialist, expert link between hospital and home for young people with epilepsy, to ensure they receive an integrated service relevant to their needs and those of their family.
To act as an expert resource for all personnel involved in the childs well-being including hospital staff and staff from all relevant statutory and voluntary agencies.
To empower each child and family to become as independent as possible in the management of their epilepsy and to learn how to live with it with minimal impact on their family life.
To ensure the psycho-social impact of epilepsy is recognised and effectively managed working in partnership with family therapists and Child Mental Health colleagues and facilitate conjunct working with families.
To prescribe and provide expert advice on the preparation, adjustment and use of appropriate medication and equipment according to Trust policies and protocols both for in-patients and young people living with epilepsy in the community using nurse prescribing in accordance with Trust policy and protocols.
To provide an effective transition service of care from paediatric epilepsy services to adult epilepsy services whether hospital or community based, either directly or via a young peoples clinic.
To act as support to develop epilepsy knowledge, training and skills.
Closing Date - 29th December 2024
Interview Date - W/C 13th January 2025
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