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Job summary

Main area
Neurology
Grade
Band 6
Contract
18 months (18 month secondment)
Hours
Full time - 37.5 hours per week
Job ref
176-Med-7209472
Employer
North West Anglia NHS Foundation Trust
Employer type
NHS
Site
Peterborough City Hospital
Town
Peterborough
Salary
£37,338 - £44,962 Per annum
Salary period
Yearly
Closing
04/07/2025 23:59

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Multiple Sclerosis Nurse - Peterborough

Band 6

Job overview

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a trainee or experienced Multiple Sclerosis Nurse to join our existing Multidisciplinary team on an 18 month secondment.  You will work within an established, motivated, friendly and supportive team to develop your skills and knowledge in order to provide professional advice and delivery of a service for patients referred to our team, whom have complex and varied needs.

The successful candidate will want to make a positive impact in the lives of our MS patients and be able to deliver a high quality patient focused service within the present day NHS.  Care is currently delivered in the outpatient and community settings.

We reserve the right to close this advert earlier than the closing date indicated should we feel we have received sufficient applications.

*** Please note we are only able to accept applications from those with a live NMC registration or UK nursing students awaiting their PIN as we are unable to support OSCE at this time***

Main duties of the job

The post holder will work with the Multiple Sclerosis specialist nurse and Consultant to develop and support our service for patients within the Northwest Anglia NHS Foundation Trust and the wider community.

The Multiple Sclerosis Nurse will be required to train and gain competencies in four main areas:

  • Case load management
  • Clinical practice
  • Education and research which will reflect the needs of our forward-thinking clinical management teams, the National Standards and Guidance.
  • Maintain effective communication with patients, carers and professionals to ensure seamless service delivery.

With the appropriate support and training we expect the individual to provide advice, information and support to patients, carers and staff regarding treatment. In collaboration with senior medical and nursing staff the post holder will assist in the support of research, audit and quality assurance projects.

Working for our organisation

 

We are committed to promoting diversity and inclusion in our workforce and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, with a special focus on welcoming individuals from disabled, Black, Asian, and Minority Ethnic (BAME) communities, as well as those from our local area.

In line with our dedication to employee support, we offer a variety of benefits. For more information, please see the attached staff benefits leaflet.

We strive to create a supportive and inclusive workplace where employees feel valued and empowered to excel in their roles.  Join us and become part of a team dedicated to making a positive difference in our community.

 

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

Please refer to the job description  and person specification for further information regarding this post.

Person specification

Education and Qualifications

Essential criteria
  • Registered Nurse with valid NMC registration
Desirable criteria
  • Evidence of post-registration education relevant to neurology/MS care
  • Teaching and mentoring qualification (or willingness to undertake)
  • Non-medical prescribing qualification (or willingness to undertake)

Experience

Essential criteria
  • Experience working at Band 5 or above in neurology or long-term conditions
Desirable criteria
  • Experience managing a caseload of patients independently
  • Experience in delivering patient education and self-management programs
  • Previous involvement in clinical audits, service development, or research

Knowledge/Skills and Abilities

Essential criteria
  • Ability to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate specialist nursing care
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills
  • Ability to work autonomously and within a multidisciplinary team
  • IT literacy, including electronic patient records
Desirable criteria
  • Specialist knowledge of Multiple Sclerosis and its management
  • Knowledge of NHS policies, clinical governance, and service improvement

Values and Behaviours

Essential criteria
  • Committed to continuous professional development

Other Requirements

Essential criteria
  • Ability to travel across sites as required
  • Flexible approach to meet service needs, including occasional evening/weekend work

Employer certification / accreditation badges

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Applicant requirements

You must have appropriate UK professional registration.

The postholder will have regular contact with vulnerable people and as such this post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service to check for any previous criminal convictions.

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Further details / informal visits contact

Name
Rachel Dix
Job title
Matron
Email address
[email protected]

If you have problems applying, contact

Address
North West Anglia NHS Foundation Trust
Resourcing Department
Hinchingbrooke Hospital
Hinchingbrooke Park
Huntingdon
Cambs
PE29 6NT
Telephone
01480 416741
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