Menopause Clinical Nurse Specialist
Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS TrustAlready thinking ahead to interview?
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Job overview
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Band 7 Menopause Clinical nurse Specialist to join our gynaecology team to support and develop the menopause services across both Princess Royal and Royal Shrewsbury NHS Trusts
You will be an experienced RGN and be able to lead and assess the work of the nursing team, building upon your own clinical and managerial experience.'
You will assist with the development and implementation of menopause clinics. Working as an autonomous practitioner, you will provide ongoing support and lifestyle advice to menopause patients on an out-patient basis through one to one and group sessions where required. You will undertake patient assessments, and you will undertake a variety of nurse led clinics focusing on a holistic approach to menopause care.
Main duties of the job
Assessment, management, relevant clinical procedures, planning and evaluation of Menopause care Engage in all training delivery methods made available including: clinics within a SaTH. The role will • Management of patients with menopausal symptoms • Potentially facilitate menopause and menstrual health group sessions Knowledge, Training and Experience • Work as an autonomous practitioner, unsupervised with the ability to manage Assessment, management, relevant clinical procedures, planning and evaluation of Menopause care Engage in all training delivery methods made available including: • Self-directed and formal courses of study • Shadowing of experience clinical specialists • Supervised practice • Competency assessment
Throughout training provide care which will: • Offer a holistic service to women • Provide education for patients in preventative healthcare. • Ensure all statutory and mandatory training is complete and up to date.
Patient Care Care will be provided through pre-planned staff clinics within a SaTH. The role will include a balance between training and support, and direct service delivery, reducing the training component and increasing the time in independent service delivery.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
For full duties and responsibilities please refer to the attached document entitled Job Description.