Multiple Sclerosis ACP Team Leader

To work at an advanced practitioner level supporting the consultant nurse and consultant neurologist in leading and evolving MS services for patients with a new or established diagnosis of multiple sclerosis (MS). The post holder will continue to develop nurse led services cross site including developing and reviewing protocols/ guidelines, utilising evidence-based research. Actively disseminate best practice though academia and conference presentation and participate in MS clinical research studies. Provide support and clinical advice to all patients across the disease trajectory. Initiating and prescribing disease modifying therapy and overseeing the blood monitoring of these treatments. Assess the patients needs then develop, prescribe and adjust treatment plans. Establish external funding sources for the Trust (where appropriate) to enable sustainability and expansion of existing services and the development of new services. Work in conjunction with CCGs/ICBs to develop the MS pathway in line with the integrated care system. To operate at a strategic level with regards to development of services cross site with the support from the consultant nurse, and working with the multi-disciplinary team to ensure equality and excellence in care for people with MS. Manage the existing and expanding MS nursing team cross site which consists of MS Specialist Nurses, MS Co-ordinators and a community team of MS practitioners ensuring annual appraisals are maintained and educational needs are met to ensure they meet the required criteria for revalidation by the NMC. Working closely with the Neurology Integrated Team Manager and supporting them with the wider neurology department during periods of absence.