Clinical Nurse Specialist in Pain Management

Kingston upon Thames
£53,751-60,651 per year
Contract
Part-time

7 days ago

The Clinical Nurse Specialist in Pain Management will be expected to support the pain service and act as a clinical expert and professional resource to the professional team, and patients within the service.The post holder will be required to be accountable and responsible for the management of patients within their care and to work in close collaboration with the lead clinician within established guidelines and protocols.The applicant should be a registered adult nurse educated to first degree in a health related subject.Main duties of the jobThe postholder will be responsible for the following:

To manage a caseload of patients with acute and chronic pain
To provide highly specialist advice on pain management
Act as a resource for health care professionals
To understand PCA, Epidurals and Nerve blocks
To undertake daily specialist ward rounds
To provide holistic assessments, plan and conduct pain treatments
To act as an advocate for patients
To participate and contribute in meetings
To be a skilled communicator and be able to work in a team

About usDevelopmentand staff wellbeingYour growthand personal happinessmattersto us.After all, we can't expect the best from you if we don't invest in your development and nurture your wellbeing.From the moment you join us, we're committed to fostering your professional and personal development within a supportive, empowering environment. Whether you're just starting your career or looking to advance further, we provide you with the tools and opportunities you need to succeed.We actively support colleagues to take part in research, quality improvement and innovation, whatever their role or level in the organisation.To support your wellbeing, we offer an extensive range of resources, including an on-site staff nursery at Kingston Hospital, wellbeing practitioners, regular wellbeing classes, dedicated staff physiotherapist, comprehensive occupational health services, 24/7 employee assistance programme, and a range of other support and activities.We also take every opportunity to thank and recognise the work our teams do, through weekly 'shoutouts' and patient feedback, monthly and annual awards.Wherever you work across our organisation, we look forward to welcoming you.DetailsDate posted27 August 2025Pay schemeAgenda for changeBandBand 7Salary£53,751 to £60,651 a year pa incl HCAS pro rataContractFixed termDuration12 monthsWorking patternPart-timeReference number396-7417297-GO-PBJob locationsKingston NHS TrustGalsworthy roadKingstonKT2 7QBJob descriptionJob responsibilitiesPlease see the attached supporting document which contains more and person specification information about the role. Job descriptionJob responsibilitiesPlease see the attached supporting document which contains more and person specification information about the role.Person SpecificationQualificationsEssential

NMC Registered Nurse
Relevant post registration course
Educated to masters level or equivalent experience

Desirable

Independent Nurse Prescriber (NIP)
Post-basic qualification in pain management (CPD) (or be willing to undertake)

ExperienceEssential

Significant years of post registration nursing experience within the acute setting.
Experience of mentoring and facilitating students and other clinical staff
Previous experience of working in ITU or Theatre recovery or pain management service.
An understanding of the audit process

Desirable

Experience of audit and research

Person SpecificationQualificationsEssential

NMC Registered Nurse
Relevant post registration course
Educated to masters level or equivalent experience

Desirable

Independent Nurse Prescriber (NIP)
Post-basic qualification in pain management (CPD) (or be willing to undertake)

ExperienceEssential

Significant years of post registration nursing experience within the acute setting.
Experience of mentoring and facilitating students and other clinical staff
Previous experience of working in ITU or Theatre recovery or pain management service.
An understanding of the audit process

Desirable

Experience of audit and research

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