Tissue Viability Specialist, Band 7
Gloucester
Job summary
In this full time position the post holder will provide expert clinical leadership and specialist knowledge in tissue viability, supporting the delivery of high-quality, evidence-based care for patients with complex wounds, pressure ulcers, and other skin integrity issues. They will act as an advisor to multidisciplinary teams and contribute to the development, implementation, and evaluation of best practice in tissue viability across the organisation.
Additional working pattern details: Monday to Friday (excluding bank holidays) 07:30-15:30
The proposed interview date is 18th September
Main duties of the job
The main duties will include:
Deliver expert clinical assessment and management of complex wounds.
Participate /lead in pressure ulcer prevention and skin integrity strategies.
Provide clinical advice and support to nursing and healthcare teams.
Participate/lead in education and training programs on wound care.
Support audit and surveillance activities to monitor quality and outcomes.
Participate/lead in the development, review, and implement policies and guidelines in line with national standards.
Participate in analysis for incidents such as avoidable pressure ulcers and the associated learning.
Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams across the trust and the wider community.
Deputise for the Lead Tissue Viability Specialist Nurse in their absence or on their behalf.
About us
We are a small friendly team who provide tissue viability services based across Gloucestershire . We are the largest provider of secondary care in Gloucestershire and serve a population of approximately 640,000 people.
Working in the Tissue Viability Team is both rewarding and dynamic. Each day brings a new set of clinical challenges, from assessing complex wounds to advising on pressure ulcer prevention. The role demands a high level of clinical expertise, but also the ability to educate, influence, and support staff across all levels of care.
You can expect to work closely with a small, highly skilled team of specialist nurses and clinicians. Together we act as a hub of expert knowledge for the organisation, often called upon to review patients with non-healing wounds and identify and manage risks associated with pressure ulcer development
There is a strong emphasis on education and quality improvement. You'll contribute to audits, develop clinical guidelines, and lead initiatives like Stop the Pressure or wound formulary reviews. Collaboration is key -- you regularly liaise with other external teams, tissue viability link nurses, dietitians, and procurement.
Above all, working in the Tissue Viability Team gives you the chance to make a real impact on patient care, helping to prevent harm, promote healing, and support staff in delivering safe and effective wound care.
Details
Date posted
11 August 2025
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 7
Salary
£47,810 to £54,710 a year (pro rata if part time)
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time, Flexible working
Reference number
318-25-T0573
Job locations
Gloucestershire Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
Gloucester
GL1 3NN
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Salary: £47,810 to £54,710 a year
