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Clinical Nurse Specialist (Vascular Access)
| Posting date: | 23 April 2025 |
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| Salary: | £46,148.00 to £52,809.00 per year |
| Additional salary information: | £46148.00 - £52809.00 a year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 30 April 2025 |
| Location: | Barnstaple, EX314JB |
| Company: | NHS Jobs |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | C0023-25-0858 |
Summary
For more information on the Job Description and Responsibilities please click the link below. More detail about the role An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Registered nurse to lead the development of an innovative new IV service across the Trust. You will be managing a small team working alongside clinical teams to lead and insert vascular access devices and deliver vascular access care. Accountable to the Matron in Critical Care you will provide expert education and advice at strategic and operational level to promote patient-centred quality care. We are looking for an individual with excellent leadership, liaison, teaching and reporting skills, as well as proven experience in a range of IV therapy and cannulation. Working collaboratively with clinical teams, learning and development, infection control and other professionals across the Trust. A passion for promoting best practice in vascular access to reduce the risk of line related complications. Ability to insert midlines and peripherally inserted central catheters is preferred but not essential as full training and supervision will be provided. Ability to travel to other locations as required. Progression to Band 7 once meeting all Vascular Access competencies with complete sign off. Working Pattern: 37.5 hours per week Interview Date: To be confirmed For further information please contact: Helen Marshall-Hawley, ICU Clinical Matron on 01271 370269 or helenmarshall4@nhs.net As an inclusive employer, the Royal Devon values diversity and is committed to creating a culture of inclusivity where everyone can be themselves and reach their full potential. We believe in fostering a sense of belonging and actively encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, cultures, and abilities. We recognise the advantages of having a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve. Preference will be given to staff with Priority and 'At Risk' status including NHS At Risk staff throughout Devon. The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust reserves the right to close vacancy when sufficient applications have been received. The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust was established in April 2022, bringing together the expertise of both the Royal Devon and Exeter NHS Foundation Trust and Northern Devon Healthcare NHS Trust. Benefits We will work together to maintain a culture that develops and supports you and your team. This might include funding for a care certificate, a degree or leadership qualifications. Or it might include days off to study, engage in CPD or rotational placements to help you hone your skills. Wherever you are heading in the NHS, we'll help you get there. Looking after you is important to us. We strive to help our staff create a healthy work-life balance through flexible working schemes and our family friendly policies. If you're starting out in the NHS, you'll start with 27 days paid annual leave (plus bank holidays), rising to 33 days plus bank holidays. You'll benefit from access to our own comprehensive occupational health services, including counselling, onsite wellbeing activities and groups. Salary is not the only financial benefit You'll have access to an extensive range of staff discounts on shopping, fitness and leisure options and you can spread the cost of technology and home appliance purchases from major retailers. You will also have access to other benefits including: National discount services such as the Blue Light Card and Health Service Discounts. Salary sacrifice options including our OFSTED rated outstanding nursery onsite at Exeter Car lease schemes. The NHS Pension scheme (one of the most generous and comprehensive in the UK). Cycle to work scheme These are just a few of the benefits available if the role is something you are interested in, we'd love to hear from you.