An exciting opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic, dynamic Band 6 District Nurse Caseload holder to join Swansea Bay University Health Boards District Nursing service.
The post holder will be a motivated, reflexive practitioner and will be a key member of the District Nursing Team, working closely with the team in the provision of high quality, holistic care.
Applicants must hold the Diploma or BSc in Community Health studies or currently working towards, be a nurse prescriber and have a commitment to continuous professional development. If working towards, position subject to successful completion of required qualification.
Main duties of the job
The successful applicant must have a flexible approach to the needs of the service and be motivated and enthusiastic in order to embrace the changes required to improve patient outcomes and service delivery.
They will have operational responsibility and clinical accountability for the management of a defined caseload, provide clinical direction, leadership and management and provide cross-cover when required.
The successful applicant will possess well developed leadership and management skills, with the ability to motivate individuals and the team. You will need to be an excellent communicator with sound clinical skills and the drive and determination to contribute to the delivery of high quality nursing care and outcomes.
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; English and/or Welsh speakers are equally welcome to apply.
About us
We believe staff are our best asset and we want you to be happy and confident about starting your career here in Swansea Bay University Health Board.
As one of the biggest healthcare groups in the UK we can offer a wealth of professional training and development opportunities in an innovative, forward-thinking organisation.
If you want excellent career and training opportunities while living on the doorstep of some of Europe's most spectacular scenery, with all the benefits of a thriving and cosmopolitan city - look no further.
Job responsibilities
You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac.
Person Specification
Qualifications & Knowledge
* Registered Nurse at degree level.
* Current NMC registration.
* Post registration experience at Band 5.
* V150 Prescriber.
* BSc in Community Health Studies or working towards this via a modular approach.
* Working awareness of safeguarding and POVA guidance.
* Ability to transfer knowledge across practical situations.
* Knowledge and application of Microsoft Word and Outlook.
* Community Nursing Specialist Practitioner award.
Experience
* Experience of community nursing. Managing patients/clients with complex needs.
* Knowledge and experience of CHC Assessment and care coordination. Experience of coping with distressing or emotional situations.
* Experience of effective multi-disciplinary/multi-agency working.
* Experience of managing own time and prioritising activities.
* Experience of self-development demonstrated by CPD portfolio.
* Experience of working within district 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.
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