We are seeking to appoint enthusiastic, motivated, forward thinking Band 5 Registered Nurses (or those due to qualify this year) to work within the Community nursing service.
Experience of working in a community setting is not essential as the successful candidates will receive a full supportive induction into this role. The post involves 7 day working which includes bank holidays.
We would like to hear from any registered nurses and student nurses due to qualify, who have a genuine desire to nurse patients in their place of residence. We are looking for a good team player who delivers high quality nursing care, and is able to rise to the challenge of community nursing.
Main duties of the job
To work as part of the 24-hour community nursing service, under the direction of the district nursing sister, providing high quality holistic nursing care to patients.
The staff nurse role carries delegated responsibility for the assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of evidence based nursing to patients in their own homes and other community settings.
To assume delegated responsibility for the supervision of the team in the absence of the district nursing sister when required.
Job responsibilities
For further information regarding the key responsibilities of this role please see the attached job description. If you have any further questions regarding this role please do not hesitate to contact us via the information below.
You are encouraged to maintain your Covid vaccination status unless medically exempt and will be supported to access information and guidance, to inform decisions that supports vaccine confidence, protects yourself and patients.
Person Specification
Qualifications
* First level registered nurse
* Diploma in health related area or equivalent experience
* Non medical prescriber.
EXPERIENCE
* Understanding of Community Palliative/End of Life Care
* Undertaking complex assessments and the planning and evaluation of care packages
SKILLS
* Ability to work independently in community setting
* Motivated to self develop
KNOWLEDGE
* Understanding of clinical governance framework and implications for practice
* Understanding of NMC standards and implications for practice
* Ability to problem solve and make clinical decisions
* High clinical standards
* Awareness of current NHS policy and organisational change
Other Requirements
* Flexible working - including ability to work as part of 24-hour district nursing service. Weekend and Bank Holidays on a rotational basis.
* Car Driver
* CRB Check
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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