Community Specialist Practitioner

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Full time
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Job offered by: NHS
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Tameside and Glossop Integrated Care NHS Foundation Trust

Specialist Practitioner Qualification - District Nursing

Band 6 - 37.5

Permanent We are currently looking to recruit a Band 6 Specialist Practitioner Qualification within our District Nursing service. You will be allocated to work in one of the 5 neighbourhoods; however, the role may require you to work across any of the localities as a service need requirement. If you are a self-motivated dynamic individual with a passion for community care, this could be the position for you. Main Duties of the Job

The post holder will have responsibility for management of the routine activities of the District Nursing Team, organising workload and staff rotas. Exercising leadership and judgement to ensure good clinical practices and high standards of care are maintained in order to meet service demand. You will be working within an integrated neighbourhood and be involved with the current changes and developments within the organisation. Assess and develop students and junior staff to reach their potential by designing learning programmes and acting as a Mentor. About Us

Tameside and Glossop Integrated Care NHS Foundation Trust serves a community of 250,000 people across Tameside & Glossop. We provide a range of services both within the hospital and across our community for both adults and children.

Our vision is to improve health outcomes for our population and influence wider determinants of health through collaboration with our health & care partners. We have a clear set of values & behaviours which we expect all of our staff to demonstrate: Safety Care Respect Communication Learning We believe that the best organisations are those that reflect the communities they serve. We are therefore seeking to improve the diversity of our workforce to make it truly representative of our local population. We actively encourage applications irrespective of race, age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, religion or belief, marriage & civil partnership, or pregnancy or maternity. Recognising those communities that are underrepresented within our workforce, we would particularly welcome applications from Black, Asian & minority ethnic candidates, LGBTQ+ people & Disabled people. Benefits include flexible working, 27-33 days annual leave plus bank holidays, sick pay, NHS Pension Scheme, free eye tests and health checks, gym discount, free bicycle loan scheme, salary sacrifice car scheme, support with stress, bereavement, relationships, finance, and much more. Job Responsibilities

Main Duties and Responsibilities: The post holder has continuing daily responsibility and accountability without direct supervision for the District Nursing team. Assesses, plans, implements and reviews routine through to complex care packages using research and evidence-based knowledge to underpin practice. To supervise, lead, inform and delegate staff as appropriate to the needs of the service by utilising Nursing skills and resources effectively as directed by the Team Leader. Applies Specialist, analytical and judgemental skills to assess and interpret acute, chronic and palliative conditions, taking appropriate actions to prioritise patients' needs. Demonstrates a high level of intuitive and creative problem-solving skills to facilitate patient-centred care: rationalising information to create patient concordance by using a high level of communication/negotiation skills. Participates in the Performance and Development Review process within the team and undertakes review of junior staff under supervision of the team leader. Prescribe efficiently and effectively from the Nursing Prescribing Formulary. To participate in the investigation of complaints and safeguarding concerning nursing services in accordance with the level of experience and encourage comments and suggestions on improving the quality of the service. To ensure that accidents, complaints and unusual incidents are reported in accordance with the policy. To analyse caseloads and constantly review work patterns as required. To participate in systems of clinical governance to achieve quality improvements i.e. clinical audit and evidence-based practice. To support and develop staff using CPD and to identify future leaders. Communications Provide and receive information where highly complex communication skills may be required in order to reach agreement or co-operation or because of barriers to understanding, for example cognitive impairment. Demonstrates professional sensitivity and empathy during the emotional demands of high exposure to distressing circumstances. Demonstrates empathy and reassurance while motivating patients to be as self-caring and independent as their condition allows. Maintain a high level of communication/negotiation skills on a daily basis with other health and social care professionals to achieve best outcomes in care pathways. To participate in the investigation of complaints and safeguarding concerning nursing services in accordance with the level of experience and encourage comments and suggestions on improving the quality of the service. Person Specification Qualification

Registered General Nurse Holds the Community Specialist Practitioner qualification (DN Pathway) Registered non-medical prescriber Registered mentor/Practice teacher Experience

Demonstrate leadership skills and attributes. Knowledge of factors requiring consideration in planned change. Ability to manage complex needs assessments and plan future care. Demonstrate an understanding of clinical governance and safety/quality initiatives pertaining to the role. Implementation of audit/evidence-based recommendations. Excellent communication skills and awareness of conflict management. Evidence of development needs/support/mentorship to junior staff including students. Leadership module/study. Evidence of innovative practice. Skills & Knowledge

Able to demonstrate a high standard of clinical practice and expertise to meet service need. Knowledge of the values underpinning the NHS Constitution. Demonstrate an understanding of national and local strategic direction within District Nursing. Personal Qualities

Ability to travel. 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. Tameside and Glossop Integrated Care NHS Foundation Trust £37,338 to £44,962 a year pro rata per annum.

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