NHS
Epilepsy Specialist Nurse
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Job Description
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- Registered Nurse Part 1, 2, 12 with Nursing & Midwifery Council
- Demonstrates evidence of ongoing continuous professional development Level 3
- Neurology Course
- Knowledge of nursing theory and best practice, particularly within specialty area
- Significant relevant clinical experience as a Band 6 Registered Nurse
- Registered Nurse Part 1, 2, 12 with Nursing & Midwifery Council
- Demonstrates evidence of ongoing continuous professional development Level 3
- Neurology Course
- Knowledge of nursing theory and best practice, particularly within specialty area
- Significant relevant clinical experience as a Band 6 Registered Nurse
Job summary
An exciting opportunity at the Royal United Hospital has arisen to join the Neurology Nurse Team either as a Band 7 Epilepsy Specialist Nurse.
We are looking for a motivated enthusiastic Adult or Learning Disabilities Registered Nurse to come and work in the Epilepsy team alongside the current Band 7 Epilepsy Specialist Nurse. There will be plenty of learning opportunities in the area of Neurology, Epilepsy and Specialist Nursing. We will consider experienced Band 6 applicants or those already working within a Band 7 role. Although expert Epilepsy knowledge is not essential, we would like you to have excellent communication skills and an understanding of the issues that can arise when managing a long-term health condition, including those with a Learning Disability. A neurology background may be helpful, but you may also have good experience in the emergency settings, or intensive care, that would make this job a good progression for your career.
Main duties of the job
The role aims to help deliver high quality specialist care to support patients with Epilepsy. Clinical responsibilities will include assisting with the running of nurse led clinics (including maternity epilepsy clinics, transition clinics), manning the epilepsy advice line, and supporting the Emergency Department with patients admitted following a seizure. We are looking for a motivated individual to support and help develop the service in conjunction with the Band 7 Epilepsy Specialist Nurse and Consultant Neurologists, along with the wider community-based teams.
For more information or to organise an informal visit please contact Rosie Lloyd, Matron for Neurology at rosie.lloyd@nhs.net.
About us
At the RUH we put people at the heart of what we do, working together as one team to make a difference for our patients, each other, and our community. No matter what your role is, we value everyone's contribution in supporting the exceptional, person-centred care we pride ourselves on.
We are proud to be in thetop 20 best hospitals to work for in the country.
We are committed to creating a compassionate and inclusive environment. This can be seen in our growing community of staff networks - celebrating successes and creating opportunities to listen and learn. We value our differences, champion kindness and civility, and truly believe that diversity makes us stronger.
A culture of learning, developing and innovating is the thread that runs throughout our whole organisation. We want to support you to thrive, taking your career to its full potential.
We value staff wellbeing, with a well-established programme of support. We believe in a holistic approach spanning all aspects of living a healthy life, including physical, emotional, spiritual and financial wellbeing. We've even got a pool!
We are committed to supporting you and hope you want to join our team. In the meantime, find out more about living and working the beautiful historic city of Bath, learn about our extensive package of staff benefits, and read about how we're providing healthcare fit for the future with the landmark Dyson Cancer Centre and our passion for research.
Details
Date posted
29 May 2025
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 7
Salary
£46,148 to £52,809 a year per annum, pro rata
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
427-7175208
Job locations
Royal United Hospital
Combe Park
Bath
BA1 3NG
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Job responsibilities
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Job responsibilities
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Qualification and Training
Essential
Desirable
Knowledge and Experience
Essential
Qualification and Training
Essential
Desirable
Knowledge and Experience
Essential
Additional informationDisclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
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UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer details
Employer name
Royal United Hospitals Bath NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Royal United Hospital
Combe Park
Bath
BA1 3NG
Employer's website
Employer details
Employer name
Royal United Hospitals Bath NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Royal United Hospital
Combe Park
Bath
BA1 3NG
Employer's website
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