As aband 6 Community Nurse working in Widnes, Runcorn or Warrington you will be integral to the careof the patients during their time with Bridgewater Community Trust. The Trust is focused onsupporting the Community and helping patients remain independent in their ownhome. You will manage a caseload of registered patients within a team or teams.You will delegate the workload to the community nurses, healthcare assistantsand nursing assistants as appropriate and as defined by the priority/acuity ofthe caseload and liaise with all health care professionals and other Nursingteams. You will undertake the assessment, planning and evaluation of patientscare needs. Liaise with the District Nurse team to ensure information sharingin relation to patient care / changes to care plan and the continuity of careand reviewing of complex care packages.
Main duties of the job
Perform comprehensiveassessment of patient nursing needs. Plan, assess, implement and evaluate caredelivery according to changing health needs utilising prescribing skills. Support the caremanagement of complex/continuing care packages. Ensure practice isevidence based through undertaking audit and critically appraising literatureto achieve a high standard of care. To establish andmaintain effective communication with individual groups and communities incomplex and potentially challenging situations. Work collaborativelywith other professional and agencies to ensure patients needs are met. Involve patients andcarers in the planning and delivery of care. To competently performa range of clinical skills related to the post. Maintain accuraterecords in accordance with NMC Standards. To identify skills andknowledge to address individuals training needs by undertaking personaldevelopment reviews and personal development plans within the KSF framework. To participate in thehealth needs assessment of the practice population to identify areas of unmetneed. Ability to workwithout direct supervision and to solve problems. Undertake chronicdisease management reviews of the housebound patient using appropriate template Work on a rota basisto facilitate weekend working across the district nursing teams About us
Here at NHS Professionals, we run England's largest NHS staff bank and are experts at putting people in places to care. Every year we help thousands of dedicated and highly skilled NHS workers enjoy better career opportunities, more flexible shifts, and a healthier work-life balance across our partnered Trusts. Career Progression
access to Learning & Development opportunities, so that you can take on new roles and challenges Work-life Balance
flexible shifts, committed shifts, wellbeing resources and build paid annual leave Opportunity & Access
over 50 partner NHS Trusts to give you the flexibility of choice to work how and where you want Job responsibilities
Trust Location: Widnes/ Runcorn / Warrington As aband 6 Community Nurse working in Warrington you will be integral to the careof the patients during their time with Bridgewater Community Trust. The Trust is focused onsupporting the Community and helping patients remain independent in their ownhome. You will manage a caseload of registered patients within a team or teams.You will delegate the workload to the community nurses, healthcare assistantsand nursing assistants as appropriate and as defined by the priority/acuity ofthe caseload and liaise with all health care professionals and other Nursingteams. You will undertake the assessment, planning and evaluation of patientscare needs. Liaise with the District Nurse team to ensure information sharingin relation to patient care / changes to care plan and the continuity of careand reviewing of complex care packages. Byjoining this Trust you will be coming to work in a supportive and friendlyenvironment, with a team that are forward thinking and proactive. They are awelcoming and friendly team. There is Trust training available for you toaccess including catheterisation, wound care, DRE Training and Insulinadministration for example. The Trustwould support you to attend the Trust Induction and well as provide localinduction. Youll receive the following benefits: Firstchoice of shifts or placements at your Trust
access before they are made available to agency Wellbeingincentives
take advantage ofthe wellbeing hub Competitivepay rates
work this week, get paidnext week Manage yourshifts and timesheets on the go
accessyour My Bank shift portal anywhere, anytime online or through yoursmartphone Essentialsupport when you need it 24/7 365 days
Call us anytime Multi-locational
- work across neighbouring Trusts Variedworking options to suit your lifestyle
access to the Bank gives you options of ad hoc shifts or fixedterm placements Buildholiday allowance for every shift you work Stakeholderpension scheme available What youll be responsiblefor Perform comprehensiveassessment of patient nursing needs. Plan, assess, implement and evaluate caredelivery according to changing health needs utilising prescribing skills. Support the caremanagement of complex/continuing care packages. Ensure practice isevidence based through undertaking audit and critically appraising literatureto achieve a high standard of care. To establish andmaintain effective communication with individual groups and communities incomplex and potentially challenging situations. Work collaborativelywith other professional and agencies to ensure patients needs are met. Involve patients andcarers in the planning and delivery of care. To competently performa range of clinical skills related to the post. Maintain accuraterecords in accordance with NMC Standards. To identify skills andknowledge to address individuals training needs by undertaking personaldevelopment reviews and personal development plans within the KSF framework. To participate in thehealth needs assessment of the practice population to identify areas of unmetneed. Ability to workwithout direct supervision and to solve problems. Undertake chronicdisease management reviews of the housebound patient using appropriate template Work on a rota basisto facilitate weekend working across the district nursing teams Managerial/Leadership Work under thedirection of the District Nurse Coordinator in providing nursing services topatients registered within a defined GP Practice. Manage the nightservice caseload of patients. Delegate the workloadto appropriate team members. Day to dayresponsibility for the designated caseload. To provide accuratetimely information to the identified administrator regarding annual leave,expenses and study leave. To undertake back towork interviews and assist in the monitoring and reporting to District NurseCoordinator general HR issues surrounding staff sickness, absentees. To report any concernswith regard to poor practice or concerns of staff members to the District NurseCoordinator. Support the effectiveuse of physical and financial resources.Ordering supplies and equipment. To ensure as far aspossible that the working environment is safe, adhering to the Lone Workerpolicy. To provide leadershipand support by promoting professional development and encourage clinicalsupervision. Supply requiredactivity data related to patient care. The role will involve, but not be limited to you performing theabove. Youll need to have the following qualification/experience: A minimumof 6 months paid experience in a community nursing environment within a CommunityTrust in the last 3 years Experience with Wound Care, insulin and medication administration,catheter care and palliative care. Specialist PractitionerQualification (SPQ) in District Nursing Recent experience working at a band 6 level in aDistrict Nursing/Treatment Room Service. Comply withNMC Professional Registration and keep up to date with current nursingpractices Ensureaccurate records are kept in accordance with CHS policy and NMC guidelines Undertakeregular mandatory training *Depending on the Trust, you may require variable additionalcertification and skills. Who are NHS Professionals? We are NHS Professionals (NHSP), working together to care forpatients in the NHS. Providing you with the power to decide when, how, andwhere you want to work. Supporting your lifestyle and making you feel part ofthe team and community. Apply
Today By joining us you can look forward to a choice of flexible Bankshifts across any of our client Trusts in England, as well as the ability todevelop professionally and gain experience in several wards or areas. Disclaimer Please note, you will be contacted by email throughout therecruitment process, so please check your emails, including your junk/spam regularly.We regret we cannot contact everyone who is not selected for an interview,therefore if you do not hear from us within 21 days after submitting yourapplication, please assume you have not been successful on this occasion. Person Specification
Experience
A minimum of 6 months paid experience in a community nursing environment within a Community Trust in the last 3 years Experience with Wound Care, insulin and medication administration, catheter care and palliative care. Recent experience working at a band 6 level in a District Nursing/Treatment Room Service. NMC Professional Registration Qualifications
Specialist Practitioner Qualification (SPQ) in District Nursing Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Bridgewater Community Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust Bridgewater Community Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust
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Perform comprehensiveassessment of patient nursing needs. Plan, assess, implement and evaluate caredelivery according to changing health needs utilising prescribing skills. Support the caremanagement of complex/continuing care packages. Ensure practice isevidence based through undertaking audit and critically appraising literatureto achieve a high standard of care. To establish andmaintain effective communication with individual groups and communities incomplex and potentially challenging situations. Work collaborativelywith other professional and agencies to ensure patients needs are met. Involve patients andcarers in the planning and delivery of care. To competently performa range of clinical skills related to the post. Maintain accuraterecords in accordance with NMC Standards. To identify skills andknowledge to address individuals training needs by undertaking personaldevelopment reviews and personal development plans within the KSF framework. To participate in thehealth needs assessment of the practice population to identify areas of unmetneed. Ability to workwithout direct supervision and to solve problems. Undertake chronicdisease management reviews of the housebound patient using appropriate template Work on a rota basisto facilitate weekend working across the district nursing teams About us
Here at NHS Professionals, we run England's largest NHS staff bank and are experts at putting people in places to care. Every year we help thousands of dedicated and highly skilled NHS workers enjoy better career opportunities, more flexible shifts, and a healthier work-life balance across our partnered Trusts. Career Progression
access to Learning & Development opportunities, so that you can take on new roles and challenges Work-life Balance
flexible shifts, committed shifts, wellbeing resources and build paid annual leave Opportunity & Access
over 50 partner NHS Trusts to give you the flexibility of choice to work how and where you want Job responsibilities
Trust Location: Widnes/ Runcorn / Warrington As aband 6 Community Nurse working in Warrington you will be integral to the careof the patients during their time with Bridgewater Community Trust. The Trust is focused onsupporting the Community and helping patients remain independent in their ownhome. You will manage a caseload of registered patients within a team or teams.You will delegate the workload to the community nurses, healthcare assistantsand nursing assistants as appropriate and as defined by the priority/acuity ofthe caseload and liaise with all health care professionals and other Nursingteams. You will undertake the assessment, planning and evaluation of patientscare needs. Liaise with the District Nurse team to ensure information sharingin relation to patient care / changes to care plan and the continuity of careand reviewing of complex care packages. Byjoining this Trust you will be coming to work in a supportive and friendlyenvironment, with a team that are forward thinking and proactive. They are awelcoming and friendly team. There is Trust training available for you toaccess including catheterisation, wound care, DRE Training and Insulinadministration for example. The Trustwould support you to attend the Trust Induction and well as provide localinduction. Youll receive the following benefits: Firstchoice of shifts or placements at your Trust
access before they are made available to agency Wellbeingincentives
take advantage ofthe wellbeing hub Competitivepay rates
work this week, get paidnext week Manage yourshifts and timesheets on the go
accessyour My Bank shift portal anywhere, anytime online or through yoursmartphone Essentialsupport when you need it 24/7 365 days
Call us anytime Multi-locational
- work across neighbouring Trusts Variedworking options to suit your lifestyle
access to the Bank gives you options of ad hoc shifts or fixedterm placements Buildholiday allowance for every shift you work Stakeholderpension scheme available What youll be responsiblefor Perform comprehensiveassessment of patient nursing needs. Plan, assess, implement and evaluate caredelivery according to changing health needs utilising prescribing skills. Support the caremanagement of complex/continuing care packages. Ensure practice isevidence based through undertaking audit and critically appraising literatureto achieve a high standard of care. To establish andmaintain effective communication with individual groups and communities incomplex and potentially challenging situations. Work collaborativelywith other professional and agencies to ensure patients needs are met. Involve patients andcarers in the planning and delivery of care. To competently performa range of clinical skills related to the post. Maintain accuraterecords in accordance with NMC Standards. To identify skills andknowledge to address individuals training needs by undertaking personaldevelopment reviews and personal development plans within the KSF framework. To participate in thehealth needs assessment of the practice population to identify areas of unmetneed. Ability to workwithout direct supervision and to solve problems. Undertake chronicdisease management reviews of the housebound patient using appropriate template Work on a rota basisto facilitate weekend working across the district nursing teams Managerial/Leadership Work under thedirection of the District Nurse Coordinator in providing nursing services topatients registered within a defined GP Practice. Manage the nightservice caseload of patients. Delegate the workloadto appropriate team members. Day to dayresponsibility for the designated caseload. To provide accuratetimely information to the identified administrator regarding annual leave,expenses and study leave. To undertake back towork interviews and assist in the monitoring and reporting to District NurseCoordinator general HR issues surrounding staff sickness, absentees. To report any concernswith regard to poor practice or concerns of staff members to the District NurseCoordinator. Support the effectiveuse of physical and financial resources.Ordering supplies and equipment. To ensure as far aspossible that the working environment is safe, adhering to the Lone Workerpolicy. To provide leadershipand support by promoting professional development and encourage clinicalsupervision. Supply requiredactivity data related to patient care. The role will involve, but not be limited to you performing theabove. Youll need to have the following qualification/experience: A minimumof 6 months paid experience in a community nursing environment within a CommunityTrust in the last 3 years Experience with Wound Care, insulin and medication administration,catheter care and palliative care. Specialist PractitionerQualification (SPQ) in District Nursing Recent experience working at a band 6 level in aDistrict Nursing/Treatment Room Service. Comply withNMC Professional Registration and keep up to date with current nursingpractices Ensureaccurate records are kept in accordance with CHS policy and NMC guidelines Undertakeregular mandatory training *Depending on the Trust, you may require variable additionalcertification and skills. Who are NHS Professionals? We are NHS Professionals (NHSP), working together to care forpatients in the NHS. Providing you with the power to decide when, how, andwhere you want to work. Supporting your lifestyle and making you feel part ofthe team and community. Apply
Today By joining us you can look forward to a choice of flexible Bankshifts across any of our client Trusts in England, as well as the ability todevelop professionally and gain experience in several wards or areas. Disclaimer Please note, you will be contacted by email throughout therecruitment process, so please check your emails, including your junk/spam regularly.We regret we cannot contact everyone who is not selected for an interview,therefore if you do not hear from us within 21 days after submitting yourapplication, please assume you have not been successful on this occasion. Person Specification
Experience
A minimum of 6 months paid experience in a community nursing environment within a Community Trust in the last 3 years Experience with Wound Care, insulin and medication administration, catheter care and palliative care. Recent experience working at a band 6 level in a District Nursing/Treatment Room Service. NMC Professional Registration Qualifications
Specialist Practitioner Qualification (SPQ) in District Nursing Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Bridgewater Community Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust Bridgewater Community Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust
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