Job summary An exciting part-time (7.5 hrs) opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic Assistant Practitioner to join the Adult Bladder and Bowel Specialist Service. The Adult Bladder and Bowel team are part of Nottingham CityCare Partnerships Adult Services, based at Sherwood Rise Health Centre to provide specialist continence related care to housebound clients within Nottingham City. Incontinence is a pervasive health issue and its impact on the quality of life for clients, their families and carers are widely acknowledged. However, the fact that bladder and bowel symptoms can be an indicator of more serious underlying health conditions, is less recognised meaning every person who experiences bladder and bowel symptoms should have their condition holistically assessed to understand aetiology. You must have a driving license and access to your own transport. The core hours of the service are 08.30 16.30hrs Monday to Friday. Main duties of the job The successful candidate will complete holistic continence assessments, translate outcomes into individualised management and treatment plans, implement initial care required and evaluate the effectiveness. About us We are a provider of NHS Community Health Services, CityCare exists to support the health and wellbeing of all local people, working alongside other health and care partners to achieve this. We are a value driven, people business with a passion for excellence. Our vision and social purpose is to make a difference everyday to the health & wellbeing of our communities and our values of kindness, respect, trust and honesty lie at the heart of everything we do, guiding how we work together with partners and each other to consistently deliver high quality compassionate care. As a social enterprise we aim to add social value by investing in the future of our local communities and helping to make a difference in peoples lives. CityCare value the benefits of a diverse and inclusive workforce. We encourage applications from candidates who identify as disabled, LGBT or from a Black, Asian or Minority Ethnic (BAME) background, as they are currently under-represented within our organisation. CityCare is an equal opportunities employer. We are positive about employing people with disabilities. If you require your application in a different format please contact Human Resources on 0115 8839418. CityCare is committed to the protection of vulnerable adults and children. Date posted 20 January 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 4 Salary £26,530 to £29,114 a year Pro Rata for part time Contract Permanent Working pattern Part-time Reference number B9826-PAUD-6218 Job locations Sherwood Rise Health Centre Nottingham Road Nottingham NG7 7AD Job description Job responsibilities Job Purpose Provide support to the: Completion of holistic continence assessments and reassessments, Delivery of individualised management and treatment plans as delegated by the Community Continence Registered Nurse, Evaluation of the effectiveness for adult clients within a community setting, Provision of continence advice to clients, carers and those who work with clients with continence problems as advised by the Community Continence Registered Nurse, Maintain contemporaneous records as an autonomous practitioner working with supervision. Dimensions Ensure team are aware of own role and any new information for cover arrangements or support, To actively participate in CityCare mandatory training and team specific training. Key Responsibilities CLINICAL To support the completion of a holistic continence assessment and delivery of individualised plan of care, under the supervision of a Registered Community Nurse Continence Care. To escalate clients to the Registered Community Nurse Continence Care when their needs are beyond the Assistant Practitioner (AP) role. To accept responsibility for designated caseload, working independently taking an active role in promoting independence. To promote health and wellbeing and effective communication, To provide instruction, advice and intervention to clients and carers in line with the care plans, policies and Standard Operating Procedures, To attend and contribute to team meetings and case discussions using effective communication, To maintain comprehensive and accurate records in line with employers polices, To undertake a range of nursing competencies, as per the AP competency framework, To operate under the guidance of clinicians and only within the scope of AP practice. MANAGERIAL AND LEADERSHIP To provide support to other Assistant Practitioners as appropriate, Act as professional role model aligned with Trust values and behaviours. EDUCATION AND DEVELOPMENT To ensure knowledge, skills and competencies are kept up to date and complete all relevant competencies within recognised time frames (as detailed in the competency guidelines). To be involved in formal appraisal systems, supervision, and be active in identifying aims and objectives for personal development in line with departmental policy. Also, to keep an active up to date CPD portfolio. CLINICAL QUALITY AND GOVERNANCE To maintain a safe working environment and be aware of the necessity to comply with health and safety regulations, Support and engage with processes relating to staff and patient safety to align with the Patient Safety Incident Response Framework (PSIRF), Support and engage with processes relating to staff and patient experience as appropriate, Support and engage with processes relating to clinical audit and data collection as appropriate, To always have regard for the confidential nature of the work by adhering to confidentiality legislation and not to disclose information to unauthorised parties, To actively promote equality and diversity within service delivery and peoples individual rights, The post holder will comply with current legislation, the organisations policies, procedures, and core values. Job description Job responsibilities Job Purpose Provide support to the: Completion of holistic continence assessments and reassessments, Delivery of individualised management and treatment plans as delegated by the Community Continence Registered Nurse, Evaluation of the effectiveness for adult clients within a community setting, Provision of continence advice to clients, carers and those who work with clients with continence problems as advised by the Community Continence Registered Nurse, Maintain contemporaneous records as an autonomous practitioner working with supervision. Dimensions Ensure team are aware of own role and any new information for cover arrangements or support, To actively participate in CityCare mandatory training and team specific training. Key Responsibilities CLINICAL To support the completion of a holistic continence assessment and delivery of individualised plan of care, under the supervision of a Registered Community Nurse Continence Care. To escalate clients to the Registered Community Nurse Continence Care when their needs are beyond the Assistant Practitioner (AP) role. To accept responsibility for designated caseload, working independently taking an active role in promoting independence. To promote health and wellbeing and effective communication, To provide instruction, advice and intervention to clients and carers in line with the care plans, policies and Standard Operating Procedures, To attend and contribute to team meetings and case discussions using effective communication, To maintain comprehensive and accurate records in line with employers polices, To undertake a range of nursing competencies, as per the AP competency framework, To operate under the guidance of clinicians and only within the scope of AP practice. MANAGERIAL AND LEADERSHIP To provide support to other Assistant Practitioners as appropriate, Act as professional role model aligned with Trust values and behaviours. EDUCATION AND DEVELOPMENT To ensure knowledge, skills and competencies are kept up to date and complete all relevant competencies within recognised time frames (as detailed in the competency guidelines). To be involved in formal appraisal systems, supervision, and be active in identifying aims and objectives for personal development in line with departmental policy. Also, to keep an active up to date CPD portfolio. CLINICAL QUALITY AND GOVERNANCE To maintain a safe working environment and be aware of the necessity to comply with health and safety regulations, Support and engage with processes relating to staff and patient safety to align with the Patient Safety Incident Response Framework (PSIRF), Support and engage with processes relating to staff and patient experience as appropriate, Support and engage with processes relating to clinical audit and data collection as appropriate, To always have regard for the confidential nature of the work by adhering to confidentiality legislation and not to disclose information to unauthorised parties, To actively promote equality and diversity within service delivery and peoples individual rights, The post holder will comply with current legislation, the organisations policies, procedures, and core values. Person Specification Knowledge and skills Essential Knowledge of professional area procedures and practices (e.g. nursing, physiotherapy or occupational therapy) Knowledge of Health and Social Care provision. Knowledge of need and risk in relation to Health Care provision in the community. Understanding the concepts of holistic assessment, care planning, implementation and evaluation. Knowledge of the roles of the members of the multi professional team. Awareness of promoting/enabling independence and self-care. Awareness of a range of activity of daily living equipment and adaptations. Effective communication skills (Verbal and written) and good interpersonal skills. Ability to prioritise and plan workload. Ability to follow the Health Care Support Workers code of conduct policy and maintain professional boundaries. Ability to recognise the need for help and support from other professionals. Ability to contribute to the effective working of a team. Ability to complete a standard assessment of need and take appropriate action under guidance where necessary. Ability to involve individuals in a person centred approach to care. Desirable Knowledge of specific nursing and rehabilitation interventions Awareness of Mental Health issues Knowledge of how to access equipment and adaptations. Ability to lead group activity sessions. Ability to take on administration and organisational tasks within a team. Ability to support the teams referral process. Negotiation skills Conflict management skills Experience Essential Experience of multi-disciplinary team working in a Health Care, Social Care, Voluntary Care setting. Experience managing own workload in a team setting. Experience of working with individuals and/or groups within a Health Care, Social Care, Voluntary Care setting. Experience of working with individuals who have long-term conditions. Experience of record keeping and accurate data recording. Desirable Experience of working in a community setting. Experience of working at Band 3/equivalent level in a health or social care setting Experience of providing health or social care to clients Experience of using databases Qualifications Essential Educated to Foundation degree in a health-related discipline Special Requirements Essential Ability to be flexible over hours worked within contracted hours to meet the needs of the service. Full driving licence, access to a car for work purposes and the ability to travel between locations. Person Specification Knowledge and skills Essential Knowledge of professional area procedures and practices (e.g. nursing, physiotherapy or occupational therapy) Knowledge of Health and Social Care provision. Knowledge of need and risk in relation to Health Care provision in the community. Understanding the concepts of holistic assessment, care planning, implementation and evaluation. Knowledge of the roles of the members of the multi professional team. Awareness of promoting/enabling independence and self-care. Awareness of a range of activity of daily living equipment and adaptations. Effective communication skills (Verbal and written) and good interpersonal skills. Ability to prioritise and plan workload. Ability to follow the Health Care Support Workers code of conduct policy and maintain professional boundaries. Ability to recognise the need for help and support from other professionals. Ability to contribute to the effective working of a team. Ability to complete a standard assessment of need and take appropriate action under guidance where necessary. Ability to involve individuals in a person centred approach to care. Desirable Knowledge of specific nursing and rehabilitation interventions Awareness of Mental Health issues Knowledge of how to access equipment and adaptations. Ability to lead group activity sessions. Ability to take on administration and organisational tasks within a team. Ability to support the teams referral process. Negotiation skills Conflict management skills Experience Essential Experience of multi-disciplinary team working in a Health Care, Social Care, Voluntary Care setting. Experience managing own workload in a team setting. Experience of working with individuals and/or groups within a Health Care, Social Care, Voluntary Care setting. Experience of working with individuals who have long-term conditions. Experience of record keeping and accurate data recording. Desirable Experience of working in a community setting. Experience of working at Band 3/equivalent level in a health or social care setting Experience of providing health or social care to clients Experience of using databases Qualifications Essential Educated to Foundation degree in a health-related discipline Special Requirements Essential Ability to be flexible over hours worked within contracted hours to meet the needs of the service. Full driving licence, access to a car for work purposes and the ability to travel between locations. 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. Employer details Employer name Nottingham CityCare Partnership CIC Address Sherwood Rise Health Centre Nottingham Road Nottingham NG7 7AD Employer's website https://www.nottinghamcitycare.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)