Job summary An exciting opportunity has arisen to work in the Multidisciplinary Assessment Service (MuDAS Unit). We are a day unit based in Wycombe hospital and open from Monday-Friday. The unit provides a Comprehensive Geriatric Assessment to patients out in the community. Additionally we have an Intravenous Infusion lounge. The aim of the unit is hospital admission avoidance in the acute settings. As a Staff Nurse you will need to have excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to work independently but also as part of a team. Our Multidisciplinary Team consist of doctors, nurses, consultants, physiotherapist, occupational therapist, SALT and health care assistants, to meet the needs of the patients and avoid hospital admission. As a staff nurse you will be confident and competent in the drug administration, managing deteriorating patients, simple wound dressing, venepuncture/phlebotomy, utilizing advanced assessment skills and clinical nursing skills. We care for patients with a wide variety of complex medical condition. Our Intravenous Infusion lounge treats a number of patients for blood transfusion, iron infusion, hydration, antibiotics. We work in close partnership with other primary health care professionals such as GP's, 111, specialist service and medical wards in the Trust. Main duties of the job Assess the physical and psycho-social needs of patients and deliver a high level of therapeutic interventions based on best available evidence. To manage own work load, delivering and evaluating service delivery to patients with a variety of complex medical conditions. To take part in the referral management process to ensure patients are treated by the most appropriate member of the team. To contribute in the development of protocols and procedures developed for clinical pathways. Participate in the 5 day working rotas About us Listen to why colleagues think we are a great place to work - https://bit.ly/3DNEQfD What does Buckinghamshire Healthcare NHS Trust offer you? As part of our BHT family, you'll benefit from learning and development opportunities to support your career progression. We offer flexible and agile workingopportunities,alongside your NHS benefits ofgenerous annual leave entitlement, pension andaccess toNHS discount schemes. We provide a range of health and wellbeing services to promote a healthy, happy workforce. Why work for us? We'recommitted to promoting inclusion and making sure all colleagues feel they belong. We encourage new colleagues from a diverse range of backgrounds to apply. As an employer, we aim to create a workplace where differences are valued, and colleagues treat one another with dignity and respect. Greater diversity withinourBHT familyimprovespositive outcomes for the people and communities we serve. What do we stand for? Our vision is to provide outstanding care, support healthy communities and be a great place to work. Our mission is to provide personal and compassionate care every time. Our CARE values are collaborate, aspire, respect and enable. Date posted 30 October 2024 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 5 Salary £29,970 to £36,483 a year per annum pro rata Contract Permanent Working pattern Part-time, Flexible working Reference number 434-CR6709461 Job locations Wycombe Hospital Queen Alexandra Road High Wycombe HP11 2TT Job description Job responsibilities For a comprehensive list of responsibilities, duties, and experience please kindly refer to the Job Description and Person Specification by downloading the JD and PS attachment in the advert. If you are an internal applicant there is the option for secondment, all applicants must have the endorsement/support of their line manager prior to application. If you have a disability that makes submitting this online application difficult and would like assistance, please contact us on bht.recruitmentnhs.net quoting the vacancy reference number. Job description Job responsibilities For a comprehensive list of responsibilities, duties, and experience please kindly refer to the Job Description and Person Specification by downloading the JD and PS attachment in the advert. If you are an internal applicant there is the option for secondment, all applicants must have the endorsement/support of their line manager prior to application. If you have a disability that makes submitting this online application difficult and would like assistance, please contact us on bht.recruitmentnhs.net quoting the vacancy reference number. Person Specification EDUCATION, QUALIFICATIONS & TRAINING Essential Good general education Registered Nurse (General) ENB 998 or equivalent Desirable Evidence of further continued professional development EXPERIENCE Essential Experience of teaching students, HCA's, and newly qualified staff Ability to work independently and part of a team Specialist requirements Desirable Previous experience as a shift/team leader SKILLS, ABILITIES & KNOWLEDGE Essential Able to manage own case load with supervision Excellent communication skills Awareness of the professional scope of practice Awareness of the DoH guidance of clinical governance Desirable Able to use computers SPECIAL CIRCUMSTANCES Desirable Maybe be required to work in other departments/sites if requested to do so Shift Pattern (Early & Lates) Person Specification EDUCATION, QUALIFICATIONS & TRAINING Essential Good general education Registered Nurse (General) ENB 998 or equivalent Desirable Evidence of further continued professional development EXPERIENCE Essential Experience of teaching students, HCA's, and newly qualified staff Ability to work independently and part of a team Specialist requirements Desirable Previous experience as a shift/team leader SKILLS, ABILITIES & KNOWLEDGE Essential Able to manage own case load with supervision Excellent communication skills Awareness of the professional scope of practice Awareness of the DoH guidance of clinical governance Desirable Able to use computers SPECIAL CIRCUMSTANCES Desirable Maybe be required to work in other departments/sites if requested to do so Shift Pattern (Early & Lates) 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. 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 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. 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 Buckinghamshire Healthcare NHS Trust Address Wycombe Hospital Queen Alexandra Road High Wycombe HP11 2TT Employer's website https://careers.buckshealthcare.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)