Job summary Are you looking for an exciting opportunity that offers a great work/life balance? Would you like to work within a supportive team? Would you like the opportunity to care for people in their own home? We are looking to appoint highly motivated Community Staff Nurses to join our District Nursing Teams who have a passion for delivering safe, high-quality care to patients in the community setting. We have vacancies in both the Pontefract and Wakefield area. The established teams of qualified District Nurses, Senior Nurses, Staff Nurses and Healthcare Support Workers work autonomously providing a high standard of care to patients predominantly in their own homes. We are a very friendly and forward thinking service with endless opportunities for career development. This is an exciting time to join the District Nursing Teams We are looking for both experienced and newly qualified nurses to join our existing teams. All flexible applications will be considered to help you achieve a great work/life balance. If you share our vision and values, and want to be part of our team, please submit an application via NHS Jobs. Please contact us with any questions you may have, or to arrange an informal visit. Operational Leads- Dawn Simpson - 07799893361 Main duties of the job Working as part of our team, you will have the opportunity to develop and extend your clinical knowledge and experience by working across a range of clinical settings; develop extensive clinical assessment and case management skills in areas such as hospital avoidance, managing long term conditions, wound management, end of life care and to plan and deliver complex care plans. About us Mid Yorkshire has now officially been granted teaching status by the Department of Health and Social Care. This is in recognition of our track record in providing high quality teaching and education to ensure our clinical workforce is skilled and equipped to support the needs of our local population. As a Trust, we are committed to the development of our staff and there will be an expectation that you continue to develop your professional portfolio whilst in our employment. Adult Community Services has an excellent Practice Education team which will work closely with you to support your development. We believe in being a fair employer and take great pride in equally valuing our staff and patient experience. We provide care and support to over half a million people in Wakefield and Kirklees in their homes, in community settings and across our three hospital sites at Pontefract, Dewsbury and Pinderfields (in Wakefield). Always striving for excellence, we are at the forefront of innovation and research and we invest in teaching and the development of our workforce. We live by our values of caring, improving, being respectful and maintaining high standards. We listen and learn because we aim to make Mid Yorkshire the best place to work and the best place to receive care. We have a clear vision, and you could be part of this If you share our values and you want to make a difference to the lives of our patients and their families and carers, we would love to hear from you. Date posted 18 October 2024 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 5 Salary £29,970 to £36,483 a year pro rata part time Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time, Part-time, Flexible working Reference number C9377-ACS0034 Job locations Unit 1, Pioneer Court Pioneer Way Castleford West Yorkshire WF10 5QU Job description Job responsibilities Clinical Leadership Participating in the development and delivery of a philosophy of care which involves/respects the rights of patients carers and staff. Ability to relate to all staff and patients in a confident manner, demonstrating good listening skills and able to work effectively as part of team. Creating, maintaining and enhancing effective working relationships. Recognising areas of conflict and assisting in the management of this to promote a healthy working environment. Maintaining an awareness of national and regional initiatives. Participating in the individual performance review process. Participating in Clinical Supervision where this is appropriate. Participating in the implementation and monitoring of the Trusts Nursing Charter standards. Acting as a positive ambassador for the Trust. Contributing to the Trusts Shared Leadership process. Striving for continuous improvements in the delivery of high quality patient focused care. Submitting new ideas/Innovations aimed at improving patient care. Learning Environment/Evidence Based Nursing Utilising and contributing to resources within the ward environment which encourage evidence-based nursing. Promoting patient/carer independence through relevant teaching and support. Supporting and enabling professional development of team members. Undertaking own personal development to meet identified needs. Contributing to the mentorship of colleagues as directed by the ward sister. Ensuring statutory training is undertaken. Competent Practice Participating in the assessment of health-related needs of patients and their families/careers. Contributing towards the formulation of a plan of care with the patient and their family/carers. Delivering direct care to patients in accordance with the Trusts policies and NMC Guidelines. Continually assessing and evaluating the patients condition and the effectiveness of the care delivered with a senior member of the team. Promoting a multi professional approach to maximise the patients health and independence utilising resources appropriately. Maintaining up to date knowledge of current nursing issues/practices. Working as a registered nurse, without direct supervision in the absence of the Ward Sister where necessary. Job description Job responsibilities Clinical Leadership Participating in the development and delivery of a philosophy of care which involves/respects the rights of patients carers and staff. Ability to relate to all staff and patients in a confident manner, demonstrating good listening skills and able to work effectively as part of team. Creating, maintaining and enhancing effective working relationships. Recognising areas of conflict and assisting in the management of this to promote a healthy working environment. Maintaining an awareness of national and regional initiatives. Participating in the individual performance review process. Participating in Clinical Supervision where this is appropriate. Participating in the implementation and monitoring of the Trusts Nursing Charter standards. Acting as a positive ambassador for the Trust. Contributing to the Trusts Shared Leadership process. Striving for continuous improvements in the delivery of high quality patient focused care. Submitting new ideas/Innovations aimed at improving patient care. Learning Environment/Evidence Based Nursing Utilising and contributing to resources within the ward environment which encourage evidence-based nursing. Promoting patient/carer independence through relevant teaching and support. Supporting and enabling professional development of team members. Undertaking own personal development to meet identified needs. Contributing to the mentorship of colleagues as directed by the ward sister. Ensuring statutory training is undertaken. Competent Practice Participating in the assessment of health-related needs of patients and their families/careers. Contributing towards the formulation of a plan of care with the patient and their family/carers. Delivering direct care to patients in accordance with the Trusts policies and NMC Guidelines. Continually assessing and evaluating the patients condition and the effectiveness of the care delivered with a senior member of the team. Promoting a multi professional approach to maximise the patients health and independence utilising resources appropriately. Maintaining up to date knowledge of current nursing issues/practices. Working as a registered nurse, without direct supervision in the absence of the Ward Sister where necessary. Person Specification Experience Desirable Previous experience working in health care setting. Skills and Abilities Essential Ability to plan, assess, implement and evaluate patient care. Prioritise tasks. Develop and maintain positive working relationships. Knowledge and Awareness Essential Up to date knowledge of current nursing issues and practice. Qualifications Essential Registered Nurse - Adult NMC Registration. Desirable BSc (Hons) Nursing. Diploma HE Nursing. Personal Attributes Essential Good interpersonal skills. Able to communicate clearly (verbally and written). Enthusiastic. Adaptable and flexible. Willingness to gain knowledge and develop professionally. Other Essential Required to travel to various sites across the district. Access to use of a vehicle. Person Specification Experience Desirable Previous experience working in health care setting. Skills and Abilities Essential Ability to plan, assess, implement and evaluate patient care. Prioritise tasks. Develop and maintain positive working relationships. Knowledge and Awareness Essential Up to date knowledge of current nursing issues and practice. Qualifications Essential Registered Nurse - Adult NMC Registration. Desirable BSc (Hons) Nursing. Diploma HE Nursing. Personal Attributes Essential Good interpersonal skills. Able to communicate clearly (verbally and written). Enthusiastic. Adaptable and flexible. Willingness to gain knowledge and develop professionally. Other Essential Required to travel to various sites across the district. Access to use of a vehicle. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). Additional information Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). Employer details Employer name The Mid Yorkshire Teaching NHS Trust Address Unit 1, Pioneer Court Pioneer Way Castleford West Yorkshire WF10 5QU Employer's website https://www.midyorks.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)