Registered Practitioner - Nurse or Paramedic
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, 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 homes 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, and 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. Main Duties of the Job
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 patients' 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. Please refer to the job description attached for a comprehensive list of duties. About Us
Oxford Health is a great place to work, and to be able 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. Lease car scheme. Employee Assistance Programme. Mental Health First Aiders. Staff accommodation (waiting lists may apply). Staff networking and support groups. Job Responsibilities
Please refer to the job description and guidance notes attached for further information on this role. Person Specification
Qualifications
Professional Qualification leading to appropriate Registration with the NMC or HPCC. Appropriate mentoring qualification or experience. Post Graduate education relating to the client group - specifically in Assessment or Frailty. Experience
Appropriate experience at Band 5 in a Community-based position. Appropriate experience in a Band 5 or Band 6 position in an Acute or Community-based position. Experience of working within a MDT. Experience with managing competing priorities and leading a team. Appropriate Community experience in a Band 6 position. Knowledge & Skills
Good working knowledge of Community services available. Clinical assessment skills and knowledge. Appropriate skills in Venipuncture / Catheterisation and IV administration. Clinical skills in Cannulation, ECG interpretation, and bladder scanning. Qualification in Non-Medical Prescribing. Awareness and skill in autonomous Clinical Assessment. Other Attributes
To have a driving license valid for the UK, and a car available for work purposes. To have experience and confidence in Lone working. 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. £37,338 to £44,962 a year per annum | pro rata
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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, 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 homes 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, and 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. Main Duties of the Job
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 patients' 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. Please refer to the job description attached for a comprehensive list of duties. About Us
Oxford Health is a great place to work, and to be able 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. Lease car scheme. Employee Assistance Programme. Mental Health First Aiders. Staff accommodation (waiting lists may apply). Staff networking and support groups. Job Responsibilities
Please refer to the job description and guidance notes attached for further information on this role. Person Specification
Qualifications
Professional Qualification leading to appropriate Registration with the NMC or HPCC. Appropriate mentoring qualification or experience. Post Graduate education relating to the client group - specifically in Assessment or Frailty. Experience
Appropriate experience at Band 5 in a Community-based position. Appropriate experience in a Band 5 or Band 6 position in an Acute or Community-based position. Experience of working within a MDT. Experience with managing competing priorities and leading a team. Appropriate Community experience in a Band 6 position. Knowledge & Skills
Good working knowledge of Community services available. Clinical assessment skills and knowledge. Appropriate skills in Venipuncture / Catheterisation and IV administration. Clinical skills in Cannulation, ECG interpretation, and bladder scanning. Qualification in Non-Medical Prescribing. Awareness and skill in autonomous Clinical Assessment. Other Attributes
To have a driving license valid for the UK, and a car available for work purposes. To have experience and confidence in Lone working. 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. £37,338 to £44,962 a year per annum | pro rata
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