Community Staff Nurse

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Full time
Location: Bedworth
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Job offered by: NHS
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South Warwickshire University NHS Foundation Trust

Are you looking for a change of scenery? Would you like to work out in the fresh air and nurse in different environments every day? If so, this is the job for you. We have an exciting opportunity for a Band 5 Registered Nurse to join our dynamic, forward-thinking Community Nursing Team. Our aim is to provide a high standard of evidence-based care to housebound patients within their own homes and to avoid unnecessary hospital admissions. The successful candidate will have a general knowledge of current best practice in Community Nursing; however, experience is not essential, and newly qualified nurses are welcome. We will provide you with a structured induction and training period to ensure you have the opportunity to develop new skills and competence. The Service operates seven days a week, and flexible working is required. You should hold a valid UK driving license and be willing to travel across the Rural North area. A mileage allowance is available. If you are interested, would like to come for an informal visit, or have any questions, please contact Helen Sherriff, Acting Professional Lead, at 07796564683. Main duties of the job

The community staff nurse is a member of the Bedworth Place Based team, who undertakes professional duties in the client's homes and clinics to ensure the provision of high standard nursing care and health promotion. To work across professional boundaries, providing comprehensive health care that is sensitive to the needs of the local population. Job Responsibilities

Main Functions Act in accordance with current local Warwickshire Safeguarding Vulnerable Adults and Children, and SWFT guidelines/policy to protect vulnerable adults and children. Contribute towards ensuring AHP & Nursing Strategy is implemented across the Integrated Health Team. Undertake the first contact assessment, including planning, implementation, evaluation, and reassessments of the care plans. In the absence of the Senior Nurse, take responsibility for the day-to-day management of the nursing workload, delegating the workload appropriately to other team members. Establish priorities of care in accordance with caseload management. Take responsibility for updating and developing professional knowledge and skills which relate to clinical practice. Act within the NMC Code of Professional Conduct and comply with the Trust's policies and procedures. Participate in the development, training, and mentorship of pre-registration students and staff as required, including induction and preceptorship programmes. Provide skilled clinical nursing practices. Communication Develop and maintain effective communication networks with service users, health care professionals, and other statutory and voluntary organisations. Promote and maintain accurate record keeping in order to conform to NMC policy and Data protection. Responsibility for Patient Care Action referrals appropriately according to risk and need in accordance with the service referral criteria. Undertake planned and opportunistic health promotion and education activities with patients and carers. Act as a patient's advocate where appropriate. Policy and Service Development Understand national policy and guidance and the ability to interpret and implement at service level. Responsibility for Human Resources Direct supervision of junior members of staff. Act independently on a range of delegated tasks and use own initiative in order to manage own workload within appropriate professional guidelines. Participate in the PDR process to identify personal and team development goals. Able to organise staff in the absence of the Senior Nurse (Band 6), reporting to a senior member of staff any anomalies. Professional Responsibilities and Freedom to Act Interpret national guidance on NMC guidelines. Participate in clinical supervision. Maintain clinical and professional competencies in accordance with relevant statutory legislation and guidance relevant to health professionals and their services. Participate in mandatory and statutory training requirements and keep a record of all training and other developmental activities. Responsibility for Research & Development Ensure standards, protocols, and policies are evidence-based and applied to practice. Keep updated with current clinical issues, thus always promoting best practice. Use research to inform practice. Participate in audits as appropriate. Person Specification

Qualifications

Registered Nurse Mentor and Assessing Qualification or similar Experience

Experience of adult general nursing. Experience of working in a team environment. Experience of current developments in the NHS. Skills

Must be able to demonstrate an understanding of equal opportunities. Must be able to demonstrate an understanding of the need for confidentiality in all aspects of the role. Computer Literate. Evidence of ongoing professional development. Personal Qualities

Able to work autonomously within the framework of a team. Must be able to work on own initiative and be able to supervise other staff effectively. Ability to be an effective communicator. Excellent role model. Ability to negotiate. Ability to be self-motivated. Other

Must be a non-smoker during working hours. Must be willing to undertake a DBS to Enhanced / Standard level. Must be legally entitled to work in this country. Must be a car owner/driver with a full current driving licence and independent access to transport for work purposes. Must be willing to work flexible hours including Bank Holidays and weekends and be able to participate in the cover of the evening service if required. Must be willing to travel across SWFT. 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.

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