Proactively supports patients and carers in understanding their condition, providing ongoing support and information about treatment options available for their AKD. Ensures information is conveyed to the patient in a timely and understandable manner, using different communication methods to clarify understanding Ensures effective communication is maintained between members of the multi disciplinary team to ensure appropriate individuals are informed of changes to the patients condition or treatment plan. Ensure all staff have access to up to date AKD related literature and information. To participate in educational events/ in service training to maximise opportunities for staff to learn about AKD.
Develop, foster and maintain effective relationships internal and external to the Trust, especially community teams. Develop external networks with peers to share good practice. With support of clinical lead develop specialist knowledge and expertise to assess, plan and implement care interventions for patients. Uses expertise and protocols to recommend adjustments / amendments to treatment plans, in consultation with patients to members of the multi professional team.
Maintains up to date knowledge in the specialist field, using information to affect change in practice, and ensuring the effective dissemination of new knowledge. Responsible for interpreting new knowledge, to ensure that practice is up to date, and in line with current thinking. The post holder is responsible for implementing new knowledge/practice in relation to specialist area. Provide specialist advice to patients and their families on treatments and options available to them.
Work with other key members of MDT to promote an environment conducive to high morale and staff development. With support gain enhanced clinical skills Participate in the education and training of internal and external health professionals Contribute at a local and national level to present achievements and developments within the service

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