We are recruiting for a Registered Practitioner (Nurse or Paramedic) to join our Hospital at Home team at Abingdon Community Hospital on a part-time (minimum of 30 hours per week) or full-time basis (37.5 hours per week).
The Hospital at Home South Team is an innovative and pioneering service based at the Abingdon Community Hospital in Oxfordshire and covering a large catchment area across Central, West, and South Oxfordshire. In collaboration with colleagues based at the Oxford University Hospitals, we provide care and treatment to patients within their own home for those seeking to avoid an acute hospital admission or expedite a discharge from the Acute sector.
The service provides a holistic approach to assessment and treatment of patients within their own homes, for a variety of conditions commonly only previously treated with an acute admission.
You'll need to be patient-focused, flexible, able to work independently within a busy multi-professional team, as well as being proactive with a passion for community-based care. This is a pivotal role working with, in, as well as leading a strong and supportive team.
The service runs 08.00 – 22.00, 7 days a week, 52 weeks of the year, and requires some flexibility across working patterns.
Applicants must have a full valid driving licence and have access to a vehicle for work. Adjustments can be considered in line with the Equality Act 2010 where required.
Responsibilities:
Assess and clinically review patients for a variety of acute conditions within their own home. Provide and follow a patient-centred treatment plan that has been agreed with the patient and the Consultant. Escalate any concerns in a timely and appropriate way. Provide team direction and caseload management as the daily coordinator. Provide high-quality evidence-based assessment and treatment, in line with the patient's wishes and in conjunction with the responsible Consultant. Provide support and development to junior team members and students. Provide support to B6 peers and Clinical Lead when appropriate. Provide quality triage and advice to patients, peers, other Community Teams, and Health Professionals when required.
Oxford Health is a great place to work, and to showcase the best of yourself when making an application you are encouraged to read the “candidate guide to making an application” which is attached to all roles. Please include details around qualifications (including years these were gained particularly if we need to assess for clinical roles that these are still valid) and ensure that the supporting statement is tailored to the role you are applying for and addresses the essential criteria found in the JD.
As a Trust, we provide physical, mental health, and social care for people of all ages across Oxfordshire, Buckinghamshire, Swindon, Wiltshire, Bath, and North East Somerset. Our services are delivered at community bases, hospitals, clinics, and people’s homes, delivering care as close to home as possible. Our vision is that no matter who you are or where you are, you will tell us that you receive: “Outstanding care delivered by an outstanding team.”
Our values are:
“Caring, safe, and excellent.”
At Oxford Health, we offer a wide range of benefits designed to support your career and wellbeing. These include: Excellent opportunities for career progression. Individual and Trust-wide learning and development. 27 days annual leave, plus bank holidays, rising to 33 days with continuous service. NHS Discount. Pension scheme. Lease car scheme. Employee Assistance Programme. Mental Health First Aiders. Staff accommodation (waiting lists may apply). Staff networking and support groups.
Please refer to the job description and guidance notes attached for further information on this role.
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The Hospital at Home South Team is an innovative and pioneering service based at the Abingdon Community Hospital in Oxfordshire and covering a large catchment area across Central, West, and South Oxfordshire. In collaboration with colleagues based at the Oxford University Hospitals, we provide care and treatment to patients within their own home for those seeking to avoid an acute hospital admission or expedite a discharge from the Acute sector.
The service provides a holistic approach to assessment and treatment of patients within their own homes, for a variety of conditions commonly only previously treated with an acute admission.
You'll need to be patient-focused, flexible, able to work independently within a busy multi-professional team, as well as being proactive with a passion for community-based care. This is a pivotal role working with, in, as well as leading a strong and supportive team.
The service runs 08.00 – 22.00, 7 days a week, 52 weeks of the year, and requires some flexibility across working patterns.
Applicants must have a full valid driving licence and have access to a vehicle for work. Adjustments can be considered in line with the Equality Act 2010 where required.
Responsibilities:
Assess and clinically review patients for a variety of acute conditions within their own home. Provide and follow a patient-centred treatment plan that has been agreed with the patient and the Consultant. Escalate any concerns in a timely and appropriate way. Provide team direction and caseload management as the daily coordinator. Provide high-quality evidence-based assessment and treatment, in line with the patient's wishes and in conjunction with the responsible Consultant. Provide support and development to junior team members and students. Provide support to B6 peers and Clinical Lead when appropriate. Provide quality triage and advice to patients, peers, other Community Teams, and Health Professionals when required.
Oxford Health is a great place to work, and to showcase the best of yourself when making an application you are encouraged to read the “candidate guide to making an application” which is attached to all roles. Please include details around qualifications (including years these were gained particularly if we need to assess for clinical roles that these are still valid) and ensure that the supporting statement is tailored to the role you are applying for and addresses the essential criteria found in the JD.
As a Trust, we provide physical, mental health, and social care for people of all ages across Oxfordshire, Buckinghamshire, Swindon, Wiltshire, Bath, and North East Somerset. Our services are delivered at community bases, hospitals, clinics, and people’s homes, delivering care as close to home as possible. Our vision is that no matter who you are or where you are, you will tell us that you receive: “Outstanding care delivered by an outstanding team.”
Our values are:
“Caring, safe, and excellent.”
At Oxford Health, we offer a wide range of benefits designed to support your career and wellbeing. These include: Excellent opportunities for career progression. Individual and Trust-wide learning and development. 27 days annual leave, plus bank holidays, rising to 33 days with continuous service. NHS Discount. Pension scheme. Lease car scheme. Employee Assistance Programme. Mental Health First Aiders. Staff accommodation (waiting lists may apply). Staff networking and support groups.
Please refer to the job description and guidance notes attached for further information on this role.
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