Job overview

The post holder will provide specialist dementia expertise to the multidisciplinary team to ensure that patient care is safe and of high quality. To work collaboratively across professional and organisational boundaries to provide a holistic and comprehensive assessment of patient need and ensure appropriate care and timely and safe discharge. To provide education and training to members of the multidisciplinary team to raise awareness of dementia, delirium and person-centred approaches to care. The post holder will work closely with the lead nurse to ensure the co-ordination and delivery of dementia care services in accordance with the National Dementia Strategy and Trust objectives. 

This post includes caring for patients at UHCW and Rugby St. Cross Hospitals who present with dementia and/ or delirium, dependent on service need cross-site cover may be required in the role.  

Closing Date: Please be advised that this job advert will close as soon as sufficient applications have been received. Please apply for this job as soon as you can, if interested.

Successful applicants will be required to provide an immunisation and vaccination report, from either their current UK occupational health provider or their UK GP. 

Main duties of the job

Working as an autonomous practitioner within the multidisciplinary team (MDT), the post holder will undertake holistic assessments, develop comprehensive care plans, and provide specialist advice on the management of behavioural and psychological symptoms of dementia and delirium, including complex and challenging presentations. Close collaboration across professional and organisational boundaries to ensure appropriate care, effective discharge planning, and seamless transitions between acute and community services.

Work within the framework of the Mental Capacity Act, supporting capacity assessments and best interests decision-making while upholding patient rights. Act as a clinical role model in accordance with the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) Code and provide visible clinical leadership to promote excellence in dementia care.

Education and workforce development are central to the role. The post holder will deliver training, facilitate learning opportunities, and provide bedside coaching to enhance staff knowledge of dementia, delirium and person-centred care approaches. 

Promote evidence-based practice, contribute to research and audit activity, support policy and guideline development, and participate in quality assurance processes. Act as a resource for staff, patients and carers, support investigations following incidents or complaints, and contribute to the ongoing development of dementia services in line with the National Dementia Strategy and Trust objectives.

Working for our organisation

University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust, rated as good by the Care Quality Commission, is one of the largest teaching Trusts in the UK.

We are extremely proud of our employees across our hospital sites, with high quality patient care at the heart of everything we do.

Boasting some of the most modern facilities in Western Europe, the Trust is renowned for being at the forefront of research and innovation as part of its blossoming reputation as a worldwide leader in healthcare.

We are proud to be recognised as a Pathway to Excellence® designated organisation – please click the link for further details about this prestigious award. Pathway To Excellence ® - University Hospitals Coventry & Warwickshire (uhcw.nhs.uk)

By joining our exciting journey, you will form part of a passionate, talented team and will be able to access a wide range of learning and development opportunities. There has never been a better time to join our team.

The Trust is committed to building an organisation that makes full use of the talents, skills, experience, and different perspectives available in our diverse society. We want everyone to feel they are respected, valued, can achieve their potential and receive the most appropriate and relevant care. We will create an environment where the equality and human rights principles of fairness, respect, equality, dignity and autonomy are promoted and are part of the organisation's core values.