Crynodeb o'r swydd
- Prif leoliad
- Nursing and Midwifery
- Gradd
- Band 7
- Contract
- Parhaol
- Oriau
- Rhan-amser - 18.45 awr yr wythnos
- Cyfeirnod y swydd
- 188-SNM210726
- Cyflogwr
- University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust
- Math o gyflogwr
- NHS
- Gwefan
- NEU Senior Clin Nurse
- Tref
- Southampton
- Cyflog
- £49,387 to £56,515 per annum, pro rata
- Yn cau
- 12/08/2026 23:59
- Dyddiad y cyfweliad
- 24/08/2026
Teitl cyflogwr
Spinal Cord Injury Outreach Practitioner
Band 7
Trosolwg o'r swydd
University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust is delighted to offer a fantastic opportunity to work with us.
Please see below for detailed job description of the role.
Prif ddyletswyddau'r swydd
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an ambitious clinician from a Therapy background (Occupational Therapy or Physiotherapy) to transition into a specialist acute Spinal Cord Injury (SCI) Practitioner role.
This position is a crucial component of the team delivering high-quality Spinal Cord Injury care at University Hospital Southampton.
The successful applicant will provide clinical leadership, expert practice, and advanced holistic knowledge to support multidisciplinary teamworking in the field of SCI management.
In return, we offer regular supervision, dedicated mentorship, and robust support for your ongoing training and professional development.
Gweithio i'n sefydliad
University Hospital Southampton is one of England's largest acute teaching Trusts, offering a wide range of learning and development opportunities to support your career aspirations.
Located on the south coast with an international airport and direct rail links to London, Southampton offers an ideal setting to live and work, with the New Forest, South Downs and Jurassic Coast.
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At UHS, we’re committed to providing a flexible working environment where possible. Whether you are balancing family, study, or your wellbeing with your career, we want to support you so you can help our patients.
At UHS, we proudly champion individuality, recognising that outstanding care is only possible with a diverse, inclusive team. We’re committed to creating an anti-racist, anti-discriminatory environment where everyone feels valued, safe, and empowered to make a meaningful impact in our communities. We welcome applicants of all backgrounds, identities, and experiences to join us in building a healthcare community where everyone can belong, thrive, and contribute.
Swydd-ddisgrifiad a phrif gyfrifoldebau manwl
The successful candidate will provide specialist advice and outreach support to Trauma Units and local District General Hospitals (DGHs), ensuring robust, proactive care plans are in place for patients with traumatic and non-traumatic SCIs.
A key focus will be maintaining patient safety, optimising acute care, and preventing secondary complications during any delays prior to their admission to a Spinal Cord Injury Centre (SCIC) or rehabilitation setting.
Acting as a vital link across the Wessex Spinal and Trauma Networks, you will liaise directly with DGHs, Trauma Units, and the Salisbury Spinal Cord Injuries Centre to facilitate a seamless, coordinated, and timely approach to care, repatriation, and rehabilitation.
Utilizing your clinical expertise, you will provide targeted education, training, and support for medical, nursing, and therapy teams managing these high-dependency patients.
Crucially, you will act as a champion for SCI patients and their families, ensuring their voices are heard and they are supported throughout their care journey.
Please refer to the detailed job description below for more information about the role.
Manyleb y person
Qualifications, knowledge and experience
Meini prawf hanfodol
- Relevant Professional Qualification e.g. Registered Nurse / Occupational Therapist / Physiotherapist
- Teaching and assessing the Clinical Environment or equivalent teaching qualification or experience
- Evidence of continued Professional Development in specialist field of practice
- Tissue viability training
- Skin, bladder and bowel management training
- Extensive experience of working with SCI patients, ideally in a variety of different settings
- Advanced range of clinical knowledge and experience involving patients with SCI and disability management
- Advanced physical skills required for complex patient positioning and movement including teaching and demonstrating to others
- Ability to travel across Wessex Network
Meini prawf dymunol
- Masters level qualification or willingness to start Master’s Degree program within 12 months of appointment
- Advanced physical assessment course
- Specialist seating skills
- Relevant Spinal Cord Injury / neuro course
- Leadership training
- Presentation skills training
- Evidence of experience carrying out small scale departmental projects
- Evidence of being responsible for developing protocols for the specialist area
- Evidence of conducting research within the specialist area
Trust Values and Behaviours
Meini prawf hanfodol
- Patients First
- Always Improving
- Working Together
Gofynion ymgeisio
Rhaid i chi gael cofrestriad proffesiynol priodol yn y DU.
Mae'r swydd hon yn ddarostyngedig i Orchymyn Deddf Adsefydlu Troseddwyr 1974 (Eithriadau) 1975 (Diwygio) (Cymru a Lloegr) 2020 a bydd angen cyflwyno Datgeliad i'r Gwasanaeth Datgelu a Gwahardd.
Dogfennau i'w lawrlwytho
Rhagor o fanylion / cyswllt ar gyfer ymweliadau anffurfiol
- Enw
- Valter Ferreira
- Teitl y swydd
- Neurosciences Matron
- Cyfeiriad ebost
- [email protected]
- Rhif ffôn
- 02381206878
Rhestr swyddi gyda University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust yn Nyrsio a Bydwreigiaeth




