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Education, Expertise and Empowerment for all epilepsy professionals.


ESNA is the national professional organisation for all nurses supporting people with epilepsy. 




Empowerment, Education and Expertise for all epilepsy professionals.

ESNA is the national professional organisation for all nurses supporting people with epilepsy. 

OUR AIMS

education
Education

There are a number of regional groups 

who meet regularly to discuss latest 

developments in epilepsy, provide 

networking opportunities, peer support 

and CPD.

Training and CPD
expertise
Expertise

We are nurses and other health 

professionals working to support 

people with epilepsy.


 

ESNA Member Resources
Empowerment

We raise the profile of epilepsy and 

promote an holistic and 

multi-disciplinary approach.


 

Regional Groups

Epilepsy Nurse Competency Frameworks

The latest versions of the competency framework documents can be downloaded here

Learning Disability

The epilepsy specialist nurse (ESN) LD competency framework is a key document that can be used by all nurses working within the field of epilepsy who support people with LD. 

The framework sets out educational and professional criteria that guide nurses into the role, from novice to expert to specialist epilepsy nurse. 

The framework supports clinicians to agree a personal development plan (PDP) with their manager. 

Although this framework is relevant to all clinicians working within LD, not all individuals using the document will move through all stages from novice nurse to expert to specialist nurse.

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Adult

The adult ESN competency framework sets out the educational and professional criteria for nurses wishing to undertake the adult ESN role. 

Additionally, the adult ESN competency framework provides the opportunity for the ESN and their employer to agree a professional development plan (PDP). 

This plan will assist and evidence the ESN’s passage from specialist novice nurse to competent ESN and finally to expert specialist nurse safely. 

It is envisaged that the adult ESN competency framework will be used across the UK by healthcare providers in England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland, and be embedded in national appraisal systems.

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Paediatric

This competency framework is a consensus view of best practice. It expresses the essential competencies of PENS practice at different levels, aiming to create a common language and understanding about the PENS role. 

The competency framework should become an essential tool for PENS at any stage of their career to prompt reflection and learning in practice and facilitate career progression. This should promote consistency and quality in PENS practice across organisations and clinical networks across the four nations and provide a resource for stakeholders who are developing  epilepsy services for children andyoung people. 

Although developed in the UK, it is anticipated that this competency framework will have a global reach. Although country-specific professional standards, policy and service benchmarks would need to be considered, the PENS competency framework could find application to paediatric epilepsy nursing roles internationally.

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ESNA Treatment and Prescribing Day Monday 16th June 2025

Book your place now!!!

Don’t miss out on the ESNA Treatment & Prescribing Day, being held in Birmingham on Monday 16/6/25

 

Please find attached the agenda for this exciting day of learning & networking. All bookings need to be made via Eventbrite using the link below:


Join us for an exciting face to face event at The National Conference Centre (National Motorcycle Museum) in Birmingham. It promises to be a gathering of epilepsy leaders and enthusiasts, ready to explore the latest updates and research in our field. With a range of engaging sessions, inspiring speakers, and networking opportunities. This conference is a must attend for anyone enthusiastic about working in epilepsy. Immerse yourself in a vibrant atmosphere, exchange ideas and connect with like-minded professionals. Do not miss this incredible event!

The cost includes the full day of learning and networking & lunch.

Overnight accommodation is not included and will need to be arranged by delegates themselves.


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Revisit the best bits of the 2024 Conference.

Presenters of the 2024 conference have kindly agreed to share their slides. These are available in the members area

Go to the 2024 Conference page
Best practice guidelines for training professional carers in the administration of Buccal (Oromucosal) Midazolam

Buccal midazolam is widely used to manage prolonged seizures. Administration should only be undertaken by people who have received both epilepsy awareness and buccal midazolam training. It is recommended that there are two-yearly updates on this training. The administration of buccal midazolam must be delivered in accordance with the individual’s protocol/guidelines. All carers of people with epilepsy should receive epilepsy awareness training. In addition if the person with epilepsy is prescribed buccal midazolam, additional training in its administration must be undertaken. 

These guidelines have evolved to ensure the safety of people with epilepsy, and to ensure that those who require buccal midazolam receive a consistent level of knowledge and intervention from their carers. These guidelines will be evaluated prior to the next revision in two years’ time.

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Carer competency checklist for the safe adminstration of Oromucosal ( Buccal) Midazolam
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  • Networking and peer support
  • Annual conference
  • Free access to Epilepsia journal
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