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Junior Nutrition Nurse Specialist

  • Job
    Full-time
    Junior Level
  • Healthcare

AI generated summary

  • You should be a dynamic nurse with postgraduate experience in Nutrition, ready to enhance clinical and leadership skills, and keen to collaborate in a multi-disciplinary team for optimal patient care.
  • You will provide enhanced patient care in nutrition, collaborate with a multi-disciplinary team, and engage in clinical practice, leadership, learning facilitation, and evidence-based research.

Requirements

  • An exciting opportunity has arisen for a dynamic and credible nurse to join the Nutrition Team at East Kent Hospitals to support our mission of ensuring every patient receives safe, timely and appropriate nutritional care.
  • We are looking for a forward-thinking individual who wishes to grow their clinical and leadership skills within this speciality and have the opportunity to develop themselves in line with their personal development plan.
  • A key expectation of the role is for the practitioner to work competently at an enhanced practice level providing care aligned to the four pillars of practice. It is envisaged that 90% of this role will be spent in the clinical area, as part of an agreed job plan. The remaining 10% would focus on project work & administrative tasks.
  • The post holder will work and develop further at an enhanced level of practice utilising post graduate experience, knowledge and skills in the Nutrition specialty. They will manage discrete aspects of a patient’s care in collaboration with the multi-disciplinary team, within their scope of practice, aligned to the four pillars of practice and aligned to Trust policy, ‘Enhanced, Advanced and Consultant Level Practice- Nurses, Midwives and Allied Health Professionals (AHPs),’ contributing to nursing practice which improves the quality of care to patients.

Responsibilities

  • A key expectation of the role is for the practitioner to work competently at an enhanced practice level providing care aligned to the four pillars of practice.
  • The post holder will work and develop further at an enhanced level of practice utilising post graduate experience, knowledge and skills in the Nutrition specialty.
  • They will manage discrete aspects of a patient’s care in collaboration with the multi-disciplinary team, within their scope of practice, aligned to the four pillars of practice and aligned to Trust policy, ‘Enhanced, Advanced and Consultant Level Practice- Nurses, Midwives and Allied Health Professionals (AHPs),’ contributing to nursing practice which improves the quality of care to patients.
  • This Will Be Characterised By
  • Clinical Practice
  • Leadership
  • Facilitating Learning
  • Evidence, Research and Development

FAQs

What is the main focus of the Junior Nutrition Nurse Specialist role?

The main focus of the role is to provide safe, timely, and appropriate nutritional care to patients while developing clinical and leadership skills within the nutrition specialty.

How much of my time will I spend in clinical practice versus project work?

You will spend 90% of your time in clinical practice and 10% on project work and administrative tasks.

Will I have opportunities for professional development?

Yes, the role includes opportunities for growth in clinical and leadership skills aligned with your personal development plan.

What key areas will I be expected to contribute to in this role?

You will contribute to clinical practice, leadership, facilitating learning, and evidence-based research and development.

What kind of support and benefits do you provide?

We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including a car lease scheme, on-site childcare, generous annual leave, high street and public transport discounts, a 24/7 staff support service, and on-site amenities like Amazon lockers and fresh fruit and vegetable stalls.

Who can I contact for more information about the position?

You can contact Fleur Hartley, the Lead Nurse for Nutrition & Hydration, at fleur.hartley@nhs.net or by phone at 07974 612731.

What population does East Kent Hospitals serve?

East Kent Hospitals serves a local population of approximately 800,000 people.

What values guide the work culture at East Kent Hospitals?

The work culture is guided by the values of ensuring people feel cared for, safe, respected, and confident that we are making a difference.

What is the vision of East Kent Hospitals?

The vision is 'great healthcare from great people', focusing on empowering frontline staff to lead improvements in patient care.

Is there a specific policy or framework for enhanced practice in nursing?

Yes, the role is aligned with the Trust policy titled 'Enhanced, Advanced and Consultant Level Practice- Nurses, Midwives and Allied Health Professionals (AHPs)'.

Science & Healthcare
Industry
5001-10,000
Employees
2006
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

East Kent Hospitals University NHS Foundation Trust delivers a range of healthcare services across hospitals in East Kent, including emergency care, elective surgeries, and specialized medical treatments. Their mission is to provide excellent, compassionate care to improve the health and well-being of the community. They aim to ensure that patients receive high-quality, effective treatment and support in a safe and caring environment.