Job overview

An exciting opportunity has arisen within the Gloucestershire Leg Ulcer Service for a Band 7 Senior Leg Ulcer Specialist Nurse.

We are seeking an enthusiastic Registered Nurse with a desire to lead the current Gloucestershire Leg Ulcer team. You should have substantial post registration experience. You should have extensive knowledge and skills in the management of venous disease and leg ulcer care.

The successful candidate will need to demonstrate effective leadership skills required to support a team of registered practitioners in the progression of the service and delivery of enhanced practice.

The Gloucestershire and Swindon Vascular Network are supported by the Gloucestershire Leg Ulcer Service, with the specialist nurses offering enhanced care. The specialist nursing team independently review, assess and treat both in and out-patients across Gloucestershire.

The successful candidate will be expected to work alongside the well-established and highly experienced leg ulcer team, and therefore will be required to have the necessary skills and competencies to undertake the clinical assessments and treatment plans for this complex group of service users. 

Additional working pattern details: Monday to Friday

The proposed interview date is: 21st August 

Main duties of the job

The Senior Leg Ulcer Specialist Nurse will be expected to lead training locally within the service for pre-registered and registered practitioners.

Will be responsible for the clinical supervision of junior colleagues within the team as required. The post holder will support with the continuing professional development of the specialist nurses within the team.

To ensure governance, the Senior Leg Ulcer Specialist nurse will be required to review local policies, patient information, partake in risk assessments, undertake audits and research opportunities.

With the support of the Vascular Lead Nurse, Vascular Consultants, current Leg Ulcer team and MDT the successful candidate will work independently and as part of a team to deliver high quality care to this complex group of service users.

Working for our organisation

We take pride in placing people at the centre of everything we do, working together as a united team. Driven by a shared ambition to continually grow, develop, and learn, we recognise and value every contribution. By combining our experience and skills, we not only support our vibrant, diverse communities, but also support one another.

With a team of over 9,000 employees, we are proud to be the largest employer in Gloucestershire and rank among the top 10 largest Trusts in the South West region. By joining our Trust, you will benefit from an excellent package that includes exclusive benefits, flexible working opportunities and the chance to gain valuable experience in one or both of our innovative hospitals.

As well as generous annual leave allowance, you will have access to the excellent NHS pension scheme, competitive bank rates, discounts at local shops and restaurants, access to two on-site nurseries, discounted public transport, reward and recognition and a range of health and wellbeing initiatives to support you.