Clinical Nurse Leader

Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire
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Job Title: Clinical Nurse Leader (Highly Skilled Nurse with Expertise in Eating Disorders)
Location:High Wycombe
Hours & Salary: Full-time, 37.5 hours per week, Permanent
Salary: £60,000+ per annum

About Us:
This Private Hospital is a renowned healthcare provider dedicated to offering compassionate and specialized care to individuals with eating disorders. We are seeking a highly skilled Clinical Nurse Leader to join our multidisciplinary team. This senior position plays a key role in overseeing patient care, clinical governance, and the development of eating disorder services. The role is equivalent to Matron/Team Lead/Clinical Lead within the NHS structure, offering the opportunity to lead a team and make a significant impact on patient outcomes.

Key Responsibilities:

* Lead and manage the nursing team providing care to patients with eating disorders, ensuring the delivery of exceptional, evidence-based care.

* Act as a clinical expert, offering guidance and mentorship to nursing staff on the assessment, treatment, and management of eating disorders.

* Collaborate with other healthcare professionals to develop and review patient care plans, ensuring holistic care for individuals with eating disorders.

* Ensure the implementation of best practice in managing complex medical, psychological, and nutritional needs of patients with eating disorders.

* Take a lead role in clinical audits and quality improvement initiatives, driving high standards of care and patient safety.

* Contribute to the development and review of clinical policies and protocols specific to eating disorder treatment and care.

* Support the professional development of nursing staff, providing ongoing training and clinical supervision, with a particular focus on eating disorder care.

* Take a leadership role in managing patient flow, ensuring timely access to appropriate care.

* Provide leadership and expertise in crisis intervention, including managing refeeding syndrome, medical stabilization, and de-escalation techniques.

* Foster a supportive and therapeutic environment for patients, promoting recovery-focused care and respect for individual patient needs.

Key Requirements:

* RMN (Registered Mental Health Nurse) or RNLD (Registered Nurse Learning Disabilities) qualified with valid professional licensing and registration.

* A minimum of 3 years’ post-qualification experience in the care and treatment of patients with eating disorders.

* Demonstrated experience in a leadership role within the healthcare sector, ideally within an eating disorder setting.

* Expertise in the assessment and management of eating disorders, including anorexia, bulimia, and binge eating disorder.

* Excellent communication and leadership skills, with a proven ability to support and motivate a multidisciplinary team.

* Strong understanding of clinical governance, patient safety, and the delivery of high-quality care.

* A current, clean driving licence and the ability to travel to various locations as required.

* A passion for patient care and a commitment to supporting recovery from eating disorders.

Desirable Qualifications:

* Postgraduate qualifications or training in eating disorder treatment or mental health nursing.

* Experience in the development and delivery of eating disorder care programs.

* Expertise in using therapeutic approaches such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) or Family-Based Therapy (FBT).

Benefits:

* Competitive salary of £60,000 per annum.

* Full-time permanent position with 37.5 hours per week.

* Opportunities for ongoing professional development and career advancement.

* Access to specialized training in the treatment and management of eating disorders.

* A supportive and collaborative work environment

Job Info
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Job Title:
Clinical Nurse Leader
Company:
CV-Library
Location:
Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire
Salary:
£60000 Per annum
Posted:
Dec 12th 2024
Closes:
Jan 12th 2025
Sector:
Social Care
Contract:
Permanent
Hours:
Full Time
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