Job of the week: Secondment opportunity – falls management nurse

August 20, 2021

We are currently seeking a registered nurse or Allied Health Professional to undertake the role of falls management nurse in this six month secondment post. The post is suitable for experienced band 6 nurses, AHPs with falls prevention experience who are seeking to broaden their knowledge and skills in falls prevention and management. You must have a minimum of 3 years’ experience; have an interest in falls management, committed to high standards of care delivery, clinical quality and continuous improvement in patient safety. The focus of the role is to assist in the delivery of a developed falls training programme across the organisation; therefore it is desirable for the successful candidate to have experience in the delivery of training in small groups and in 1:1 basis using a variety of methods to suit a wide range of staff and situations.

This is an exciting opportunity to gain valuable experience in all aspects falls management. There will be opportunity to join the regional falls network and complete on site visits to other falls services. This offers an ideal opportunity to broaden experiences, learn from others, share knowledge and skills.

You will be supported in the role by the falls specialist nurse who will guide and support you to develop key skills in all aspects of falls management.

Start date is scheduled to be  Friday 1 October. Agreement must be sought from the applicants’ line manager to be released for this secondment.

Hours are 37.5 per week Monday – Friday (Negotiable between the hours of 8am – 6pm).

There is scope for flexibility in the post and job share would be considered.

Applications should be sent in the form of an expression of interest letter as well as a simple CV detailing your experience and suitability for the role to lesley.mcdonagh@nhs.net

The closing date for all applications is Sunday 22 August, 5pm. For further information please email lesley.mcdonagh@nhs.net or call  07976133426.