Epilepsy Senior Specialist Nurse
Licensed sponsor Oxford, England, United Kingdom Full-time Posted 3 hours ago
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced and highly motivated nurse to join the Epilepsy Service at Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust as Band 7 Epilepsy Senior specialist Nurse. This is a rewarding role for a skilled practitioner who is passionate about delivering high-quality, person-centred care and improving outcomes for people living with epilepsy.
As part of a dynamic multidisciplinary team, you will provide specialist assessment, support and clinical management for patients across the epilepsy pathway. You will work closely with neurologists, specialist nurses, allied health professionals, primary care colleagues and community partners to ensure patients receive seamless, evidence-based care. We are seeking an enthusiastic and compassionate individual with excellent clinical, communication and interpersonal skills. Applicants must have a strong clinical background in neurology, with substantial experience in epilepsy care highly desirable. You will possess a comprehensive understanding of epilepsy and related neurological conditions, including their assessment, treatment and long-term management, and be confident working autonomously within a specialist role.
Independent prescribing is highly desirable for this role but is not essential, and candidates without a prescribing qualification are equally encouraged to apply.
Our values, standards and behaviours define the quality of clinical care we offer and the professional relationships we make with our patients, colleagues and the wider community. We call this Delivering Compassionate Excellence, and its focus is on our values of compassion, respect, learning, delivery, improvement and excellence. These values put patients at the heart of what we do and underpin the quality healthcare we would like for ourselves or a member of our family. Watch how we set out to deliver compassionate excellence via the OUH YouTube channel.
In 2023 NHS England launched its first sexual safety charter, and our Trust proudly signed it. We pledge zero tolerance for inappropriate sexual behaviour and commit to the ten core principles Oxford University Hospitals promotes a safe, respectful hiring environment. If you want to make a difference with us, come and join our team. Together, we will uphold the highest standards of care and professionalism.
For further details / informal visits contact: Name: Valentina puerini Job title: Matron Email address: valentina.puerini@ouh.nhs.uk Telephone number: 01865 234103
Informal visits are highly recommended prior applying for this role.
As part of a dynamic multidisciplinary team, you will provide specialist assessment, support and clinical management for patients across the epilepsy pathway. You will work closely with neurologists, specialist nurses, allied health professionals, primary care colleagues and community partners to ensure patients receive seamless, evidence-based care. We are seeking an enthusiastic and compassionate individual with excellent clinical, communication and interpersonal skills. Applicants must have a strong clinical background in neurology, with substantial experience in epilepsy care highly desirable. You will possess a comprehensive understanding of epilepsy and related neurological conditions, including their assessment, treatment and long-term management, and be confident working autonomously within a specialist role.
Independent prescribing is highly desirable for this role but is not essential, and candidates without a prescribing qualification are equally encouraged to apply.
- Deliver high-quality, patient-centred care to individuals living with Epilepsy.
- Run independent nurse-led clinics focused on proactive support and self-management.
- Work to prevent hospital admissions through early intervention, education, and ongoing monitoring.
- Contribute to the development and advancement of the Epilepsy Specialist Nurse role within the service.
- Support the ongoing growth and operational delivery of the Epilepsy Service at OUH
- Enhance the delivery and coordination of Epilepsy treatment options, ensuring patients receive timely and appropriate therapies.
- Collaborate closely with the multidisciplinary Epilepsy Team to improve service delivery and patient outcomes.
- Demonstrate strong motivation, enthusiasm, and commitment to continuous improvement in Epilepsy care.
Our values, standards and behaviours define the quality of clinical care we offer and the professional relationships we make with our patients, colleagues and the wider community. We call this Delivering Compassionate Excellence, and its focus is on our values of compassion, respect, learning, delivery, improvement and excellence. These values put patients at the heart of what we do and underpin the quality healthcare we would like for ourselves or a member of our family. Watch how we set out to deliver compassionate excellence via the OUH YouTube channel.
In 2023 NHS England launched its first sexual safety charter, and our Trust proudly signed it. We pledge zero tolerance for inappropriate sexual behaviour and commit to the ten core principles Oxford University Hospitals promotes a safe, respectful hiring environment. If you want to make a difference with us, come and join our team. Together, we will uphold the highest standards of care and professionalism.
For further details / informal visits contact: Name: Valentina puerini Job title: Matron Email address: valentina.puerini@ouh.nhs.uk Telephone number: 01865 234103
Informal visits are highly recommended prior applying for this role.
