Associate Clinical Director Eating Disorders (non medical)NHS AfC: Band 8d

Job overview Are you an experienced Nurse or Matron who would like to join our dynamic team? We are seeking an ambitious, motivated, compassionate and experienced Band 7 nurse to support the changing face of community health care. As part of the Urgent Community Response and Virtual Ward initiative, your role will be essential in providing and leading efficient, integrated, urgent care to our patients with care and respect. Main duties of the job You will be working as part of the Primary Care at Home team predominantly on Unplanned Care to triage and assess referrals into the service; You will be accountable for initial history taking, clinical assessment, triage, prescribing (NMP qualification is essential for this role), and onward referral. There is an expectation that with demand in planned care you would be flexible to cross cover.Through face to face patient visits you will undertake a full holistic assessment, plan care with the patient at the centre and undertake physical examination of the patient with undifferentiated conditions.You will be working closely with other members of the MDT and partners to formulate a management plan that will support the patient to remain in the community. You will deputise for the Primary Care at Home or Service Manager as required to ensure Unplanned Care pathways are delivered to a high standard.Part of this role will include covering our EEAST Ambulance Stack and Falls Collaboration Car with Bedfordshire Fire Service as required. Working for our organisation Our mission is to make a positive difference to people's lives by improving the quality of life for all we serve. Our values are: We Care, We Respect, We are Inclusive – so we are looking for people who live and breathe these qualities when supporting service users and carers, and in their relationships with colleagues in the Trust and our partner organisations. Detailed job description and main responsibilities We are looking for an enthusiastic and motivated nurse with community experience, who is passionate about delivering high quality care. Excellent communication, time management skills and sound clinical knowledge, is essential. A flexible approach is required to accommodate the changing needs of the service along with the drive to influence service development.The Trust aims to recruit and retain the best possible staff, who will make a positive contribution to the service, in return we offer excellent development opportunities and training that can be directed towards your needs/goals. You will have regular supervision, mentorship and support from within the Primary Care at Home Team and the Trust.You must have a driving license and have access to a vehicle in order to carry out your duties. You will be required to work a shift pattern covering 7 days a week from 08:00-20:00. Person specification Education/Qualifications Essential criteria Registered General NurseEducated to degree level or equivalentPost-registration qualification in a relevant clinical fieldNurse PrescriberRelevant teaching/mentoring qualification and evidence of teaching skillsDemonstrable evidence of significant post-registration nursing experience, including in a community setting Experience Essential criteria Evidence of and commitment to multi-professional workingDemonstrate working within a multi-agency environment.Have a comprehensive understanding of partnership workingDemonstrate application of clinical governanceExcellent understanding of community health and social care principles and practiceUnderstanding of National and Local issues that impact on the population of Bedfordshire.Comprehensive understanding of the roles of others in health and social careExperience managing multi-disciplinary staffExperience in managing issues related to conflict resolution avoidanceKnowledge of the principles of Safeguarding of Vulnerable Adults and ChildrenKnowledge of the principles of health promotion and prevention of illnessExperience of using electronic systems to manage activity and the delivery of KPI informationEvidence of specialist holistic assessment and evaluation skillsAbility to prioritize and manage own time to meet the needs of the serviceAbility to collect and interpret data in relation to patient activity and nursing careDemonstrate experience in monitoring of staff and quality of service provided Knowledge and skills Essential criteria Demonstrate evidence-based practice and up-to-date clinical skillsExperience of clinical leadershipExtensive experience of complex assessment of health and social needsAbility to oversee multiple caseloads and monitor quality.Demonstrate excellent communication skills using a variety techniques and strategiesAbility to disseminate complex sensitive information to others Other Essential criteria Able to adapt to changeAble to support staff, patients and carers during times of emotional distressAble to work to deadlines and under pressureAbility to work aloneLeadership and motivation skillsComputer literateWilling to work to meet the needs of the service (to include evenings, weekends and bank holidays).Ability to travel throughout Bedfordshire and access to a car for work purposes