At a Glance
- Tasks: Enhance patient care by applying specialist knowledge in tissue viability and wound management.
- Company: Join a forward-thinking team at Portsmouth Hospitals University NHS Trust and Isle of Wight NHS Trust.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, professional development, and a supportive work environment.
- Other info: Opportunity to influence quality governance and work across two innovative NHS Trusts.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in patient outcomes while advancing your nursing career.
- Qualifications: Experience in tissue viability and strong communication skills required.
The predicted salary is between 39959 - 48117 £ per year.
This post is only open for applications for individuals employed within the PHU & Isle of Wight Trusts.
NHS Band 6 Salary: £39,959 - £48,117 per annum
Contract Type: Permanent
Hours Per Week: Full time 37.5
About the Role
An exciting opportunity has arisen to join the Single Corporate Services as Tissue Viability Clinical Nurse Specialist. This role is a designated site‑based post at Portsmouth Hospitals University NHS Trust (PHU), while forming part of a wider Single Corporate Service that delivers Tissue Viability support across Portsmouth Hospitals University NHS Trust and Isle of Wight NHS Trust. Occasional travel between sites may be required in line with service needs.
Key Responsibilities
- Apply specialist practice, knowledge and skills to improve the quality of care for patients with tissue viability needs.
- Act as an expert resource in education and clinical practice to other health professionals within PHT and local agencies.
- Lead, undertake and/or facilitate nursing and multi-professional research and audit within the Trust.
- Work clinically and support others to manage a caseload.
- Provide expert clinical advice.
- Advise members of the public on their enquiries.
- Identify Tissue Viability related risks and set action plans to reduce those risks.
- Provide specialist education, or facilitate the dissemination of education relating to all matters associated with Tissue Viability.
- Remain professionally updated in all aspects of wound care and Tissue Viability.
About You
We are looking for a friendly, motivated and committed individual with experience in Tissue Viability and complex wound management. You will demonstrate:
- Confidence working autonomously, using clinical judgement to support decision‑making across a range of wound care presentations.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills, enabling you to influence practice, provide specialist advice, and build effective relationships with multidisciplinary teams.
- A passion towards education, supporting colleagues through formal and informal teaching to build wound care capability across the organisation.
- Proactivity in evidence‑based practice to drive improvements in patient safety, experience, and clinical outcomes.
- Adaptability and resilience and be able to manage a varied workload while maintaining a high standard of compassionate, patient‑centred care.
Why Join Us?
You’ll be joining a forward-thinking, collaborative team working across two innovative NHS Trusts. We are committed to professional development, inclusive leadership, and fostering a culture of learning and excellence. You’ll have the opportunity to influence at a senior level and shape the future of quality governance across both organisations.
For full job details, please refer to enclosed job description. For further information or an informal discussion, please contact: Claire Davies- Tissue Viability Lead via E-mail: Claire.davies121@nhs.net
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