Job summary An exciting opportunity has arisen to work as a Band 6 Specialist Nurse for the Virtual Ward within the Central Cheshire Integrated Care Partnership Care Community Teams (CCICP). Ensuring the smooth and timely enrolment of patients deemed suitable to receive safe care and treatment in their own home. You will be part of a team responsible for the care and support of patients with many complex conditions, so if you are looking to develop your skills and knowledge this is the place for you. You will be joining a team upholding the trust values and behaviours, something the CCICP strongly feel should be embedded. You will ensure consistent delivery of the service and maintain communication and a joined up clinical approach across community and secondary care. As the service develops, the referral sources will be broadened. You will work under the direction of the Virtual Ward Team leader and be responsible for assessing and managing the health needs of the identified population and for the development, implementation, and evaluation of programmes of care within a range of target groups. The Virtual Ward is a 7 day service 8am- 8pm Please be aware that a UK driving licence is required for this post, as the role involves driving across the footprint of Mid Cheshire. Main duties of the job Undertaking holistic assessment and coordinate the delivery of individualised care as per the multi- disciplinary team. To conduct patient assessments within the hospital and community setting. To work within the agreed framework for Community Nursing Services To assess, provide and review holistic nursing care, advice and information to patients and carers, either by telephone, within the home environment or appropriate care setting in a safe and professional manner using evidence-based knowledge. Assess, plan, and implement and evaluate a plan of care to meet the patient's physical, social, emotional, and environmental needs, encompassing a rehabilitative/ self-care approach where necessary. Escalate as appropriate. To provide skilled nursing care and ability to undertake clinical tasks including venepuncture, vital signs monitoring and wound care. To maintain accurate personal and professional records adhering to MCHFT and Nursing and Midwifery Council policy and guidelines. To contribute to and co-operate in the co-ordination of off duty and holiday leave with colleagues, ensuring service cover is maintained. Working effectively to support other team members in all aspects of the service. To maintain all aspects of MCHFT Integrated Governance Strategy and requirements Act at all times in a manner which illustrates respect for privacy dignity andConfidentiality At times be expected to support the wider community nursing team. About us Mid Cheshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust (MCHFT) provides good quality, safe and effective healthcare to the people of Cheshire and beyond. The Trust, which manages Leighton Hospital in Crewe, Victoria Infirmary in Northwich, and Elmhurst Intermediate Care Centre in Winsford, was established as an NHS Trust in April 1991 and became a Foundation Trust in April 2008. We employ almost 5,000 members of staff, provide around 540 hospital beds, with a range of services including accident and emergency, maternity, outpatients, therapies, and children's health. The Trust is also part of Central Cheshire Integrated Care Partnership (CCICP), a unique local health partnership that provides a range of community services for people across South Cheshire and Vale Royal. During the Coronavirus pandemic, the Trust was recognised nationally for its 'Be Safe Be EquiPPEd' campaign, which aimed to make the Trust as safe as possible for staff and patients, through supporting the correct use of PPE. The results in the 2020 national NHS Staff Survey showed improvements in all elements of the safety culture theme, with 92% of respondents feeling their role made a difference to our patients. We were also recognised nationally for our workforce health and wellbeing initiatives. At Mid Cheshire, we value our staff and appreciate that in order to give our patients the best quality, compassionate care, we also need to look after our colleagues Date posted 20 February 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 6 Salary £37,338 to £44,962 a year per annum Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time, Part-time, Flexible working Reference number 412-COMM-6967014 Job locations Leighton Hospital Middlewich Road Crewe CW1 4QJ Job description Job responsibilities The post holder will be responsible for the management and coordination of patients admitted to the Virtual Ward. The Virtual Ward Specialist Nurse will oversee/undertake the ongoing assessment of patient needs, the development, implementation and evaluation of programmes ofindividualised care to patients as determined at Virtual Ward Multi- disciplinary Team meetings. They will deputise as required in the absence of the team leader to ensure continued efficient and effective service delivery. They will work as part of the integrated community health care team, working within and across professional and organisational boundaries covering the 24 hour period of service delivery. They will refer to and liaise with other services within the Central Cheshire Integrated Care Partnership, when patient need requires it. They will assist and support the Virtual Ward team leader in providing clinical leadership to the Virtual Ward team and to assist in leading the team in the provision of high quality, evidence based programmes of care. Job description Job responsibilities The post holder will be responsible for the management and coordination of patients admitted to the Virtual Ward. The Virtual Ward Specialist Nurse will oversee/undertake the ongoing assessment of patient needs, the development, implementation and evaluation of programmes ofindividualised care to patients as determined at Virtual Ward Multi- disciplinary Team meetings. They will deputise as required in the absence of the team leader to ensure continued efficient and effective service delivery. They will work as part of the integrated community health care team, working within and across professional and organisational boundaries covering the 24 hour period of service delivery. They will refer to and liaise with other services within the Central Cheshire Integrated Care Partnership, when patient need requires it. They will assist and support the Virtual Ward team leader in providing clinical leadership to the Virtual Ward team and to assist in leading the team in the provision of high quality, evidence based programmes of care. Person Specification Qualifications Essential Qualified Nurse Desirable Health Assessment/Clinical Diagnostics Course Skills & Knowledge Essential Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, written and verbal Evidence of leading and managing staff and caseload management UK driving licence and access to car for work purposes Desirable Venepuncture Experience Essential Experience of caring for acute/complex patients Desirable Wide understanding/experience of community nursing Person Specification Qualifications Essential Qualified Nurse Desirable Health Assessment/Clinical Diagnostics Course Skills & Knowledge Essential Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, written and verbal Evidence of leading and managing staff and caseload management UK driving licence and access to car for work purposes Desirable Venepuncture Experience Essential Experience of caring for acute/complex patients Desirable Wide understanding/experience of community nursing 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 Mid Cheshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust Address Leighton Hospital Middlewich Road Crewe CW1 4QJ Employer's website https://www.mcht.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)