Job summary INTERNAL ONLY TO NORTH CUMBRIA INTEGRATED CARE NHS FOUNDATION TRUST (NCIC) TRUST EMPLOYEES ONLY Are you ready to grasp the opportunity to progress your nursing career? Are you passionate about delivering high quality, compassionate care in the community? Do you want be part of a dynamic team caring for a varied caseload while working across organisational boundaries? We have a permanent opportunity within the Allerdale & Copeland Night Nursing Team, however there will be the expectation that you would also rotate onto day duties to maintain clinical skills and work as part of the wider nursing services across Cumbria. The position would suit someone who is committed to delivering a high standard of care while working within a small, supportive, innovative team. The right applicant would be supported well by the team, so this is an excellent opportunity for nurses wanting to take the next step in their career as a band 6 community staff nurse. We are all very committed to our service and love to welcome new team members, you will have the opportunity to learn new skills and develop as an autonomous practitioner in a friendly, supportive team. Are you ready for a challenge? Do you have the appetite to work as part of a team that is travelling on this transformational journey? Main duties of the job As a registered nurse in a multi-disciplinary team, work with other health and social care professionals to develop the ethos of multi-disciplinary, integrated care and seamless services ensuring that patient care is delivered to the highest possible standard.Working largely alone and unsupervised to assess patients, plan and implement care in the community, provide advice and education to patients, carers and colleagues, maintain associated records. Carry out nursing procedures.Carry out delegated management tasks including line management and clinical supervision of other team members.Provide management cover in the absence of the Deputy Service Manager.Flexible working is required to meet the needs of the patients group.The Collaborative is commissioned to provide 24/7 nursing services. About us At NCIC, we have an ambition to deliver outstanding healthcare services to the population of North Cumbria. The Trust is committed to creating a centre of excellence in providing rural and remote healthcare and provides a wide range of community and acute services throughout our county. Our 5 key principles demonstrate our belief in the delivery of 'safe, high quality care every time': Being a clinically led organisation Quality and safety at the heart of our Trust A positive patient experience every time A great place to work Managing our money well As an organisation we are serious about supporting a diverse workforce that reflects our local community and are very much focused on being an inclusive and compassionate place to work. Across the North East and North Cumbria we are working together to deliver our ambition to be the greenest region in England by 2030. All staff are expected to support sustainability. Date posted 10 April 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 6 Salary £37,338 to £44,962 a year per annum pro rata Contract Permanent Working pattern Part-time Reference number 262-A-25-7104631 Job locations West Cumberland Hospital Hensingham Whitehaven CA28 8JG Job description Job responsibilities Please see attached Job description and person specification for further information regarding the role and the essential and desirable criteria required to be met by applicants. Relocation assistance may be available for successful applicants moving to the region for certain posts. Please see ourPolicyfor eligible vacancies? Registered Nurses, Midwives and Allied Health Professionals returning to practice, moving into new roles or changing clinical environments, may access an agreed preceptorship period. Please ensure that you document evidence of meeting all the essential criteria in the supporting information. If sufficient response is received this post could be closed earlier than the specified closing date, please apply as soon as possible to ensure that your application is considered. Important Information Candidates who have been successfully shortlisted for interview will be asked via an email notification to log on to their Trac account to select an interview time. This will usually be within 2 weeks of the closing date. For candidates applying using a Hotmail account or have strict firewall settings please ensure the following: Junk Mail is checked regularly Disclosure and Barring Service: On 28 November 2020, the new Disclosure and Barring Service filtering rules will come into effect. The changes mean that: youth cautions, reprimands and final warnings will no longer be subject to automatic disclosure the multiple conviction rule has been removed, meaning that if an individual has more than one conviction, regardless of offence type or time passed, each conviction will be considered against the remaining rules individually, rather than being automatically disclosed. If you are unsure about whether you need to disclose certain criminal record information, free confidential advice may be sought from one of the charity bodies listed below. These bodies can advise you on what you are legally required to declare and may also be able to advise you on how you can disclose criminal record information to a prospective employer and your legal rights when doing so. Nacro Tel: 0300 123 1999, or email:helplinenacro.org.uk Unlock Tel: 01634 247350, email adviceunlock.org.uk or complete the online form on the Unlock website The Trust is committed to safeguarding adults and children therefore if the post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended) the successful candidate(s) will be subject to a criminal records check with the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). The cost of the DBS must be met by the successful candidate(s) through salary deduction. DBS charges are as follows if applicable to the post: Standard Check: £18 Administration cost of £3.85 £21.85. Deducted at £6.85 from 1st month salary and £5 deducted from salary over following 3 months. Enhanced Check: £38 administration cost of £3.90 £41.90. Deducted at £11.90 from 1st month salary and £10 deducted from salary over following 3 months. As part of the one of the largest employers in the UK NCIC future employees will have also access to the following benefits. A lease car may be available for this position; further details will be provided upon appointment if applicable. 27-day holiday scheme rising to 33 after 10 years Flexible working Scheme Excellent opportunities for development Competitive NHS Pension scheme Access to NHS discounts with retailers and leisure companies EAP (Employee Assistance Programme) a free, confidential counselling and information service to assist with personal or work-related problems These schemes are subject to availability Job description Job responsibilities Please see attached Job description and person specification for further information regarding the role and the essential and desirable criteria required to be met by applicants. Relocation assistance may be available for successful applicants moving to the region for certain posts. Please see ourPolicyfor eligible vacancies? Registered Nurses, Midwives and Allied Health Professionals returning to practice, moving into new roles or changing clinical environments, may access an agreed preceptorship period. Please ensure that you document evidence of meeting all the essential criteria in the supporting information. If sufficient response is received this post could be closed earlier than the specified closing date, please apply as soon as possible to ensure that your application is considered. Important Information Candidates who have been successfully shortlisted for interview will be asked via an email notification to log on to their Trac account to select an interview time. This will usually be within 2 weeks of the closing date. For candidates applying using a Hotmail account or have strict firewall settings please ensure the following: Junk Mail is checked regularly Disclosure and Barring Service: On 28 November 2020, the new Disclosure and Barring Service filtering rules will come into effect. The changes mean that: youth cautions, reprimands and final warnings will no longer be subject to automatic disclosure the multiple conviction rule has been removed, meaning that if an individual has more than one conviction, regardless of offence type or time passed, each conviction will be considered against the remaining rules individually, rather than being automatically disclosed. If you are unsure about whether you need to disclose certain criminal record information, free confidential advice may be sought from one of the charity bodies listed below. These bodies can advise you on what you are legally required to declare and may also be able to advise you on how you can disclose criminal record information to a prospective employer and your legal rights when doing so. Nacro Tel: 0300 123 1999, or email:helplinenacro.org.uk Unlock Tel: 01634 247350, email adviceunlock.org.uk or complete the online form on the Unlock website The Trust is committed to safeguarding adults and children therefore if the post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended) the successful candidate(s) will be subject to a criminal records check with the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). The cost of the DBS must be met by the successful candidate(s) through salary deduction. DBS charges are as follows if applicable to the post: Standard Check: £18 Administration cost of £3.85 £21.85. Deducted at £6.85 from 1st month salary and £5 deducted from salary over following 3 months. Enhanced Check: £38 administration cost of £3.90 £41.90. Deducted at £11.90 from 1st month salary and £10 deducted from salary over following 3 months. As part of the one of the largest employers in the UK NCIC future employees will have also access to the following benefits. A lease car may be available for this position; further details will be provided upon appointment if applicable. 27-day holiday scheme rising to 33 after 10 years Flexible working Scheme Excellent opportunities for development Competitive NHS Pension scheme Access to NHS discounts with retailers and leisure companies EAP (Employee Assistance Programme) a free, confidential counselling and information service to assist with personal or work-related problems These schemes are subject to availability Person Specification Qualifications Essential Level 1 Registered Nursing qualification with post registration experience Evidence of continuous professional development to degree level or equivalent experience Post registration qualification in teaching/assessing - NMC mentorship qualification Desirable Post Registration qualification in Acute and Chronic disease management Nurse Prescribing Specialist Qualification in Community Nursing or equivalent Experience Essential Ability to use initiative and prioritise effectively Demonstrate evidence in working as part of a team Demonstrate evidence to motivate team/peers and manage change Solution focussed abilities and critical decision making Leadership Desirable Knowledge of evolving health agenda and impact for community nursing Operational clinical management of a team Knowledge Essential Demonstrable understanding of the extent of the role Broad knowledge base of acute and chronic conditions Understanding of scope of professional practice Understanding of reflective practice and its application Self awareness and appreciation of limitations Desirable Knowledge of changing the way in which health services are being planned and delivered Awareness of current changes in the delivery of healthcare and the impact on community services Skills and Aptitudes Essential Excellence communication and interpersonal skills Ability to delegate effectively Ability to maintain confidentiality Enthusiasm and ability to work as part of a team IT skills Desirable Post registration clinical skills Personal Circumstances Essential Able to travel independently of public transport Able to work flexibly (24/7) across a rang of community settings Other Requirements Essential Promote and uphold equality and diversity Person Specification Qualifications Essential Level 1 Registered Nursing qualification with post registration experience Evidence of continuous professional development to degree level or equivalent experience Post registration qualification in teaching/assessing - NMC mentorship qualification Desirable Post Registration qualification in Acute and Chronic disease management Nurse Prescribing Specialist Qualification in Community Nursing or equivalent Experience Essential Ability to use initiative and prioritise effectively Demonstrate evidence in working as part of a team Demonstrate evidence to motivate team/peers and manage change Solution focussed abilities and critical decision making Leadership Desirable Knowledge of evolving health agenda and impact for community nursing Operational clinical management of a team Knowledge Essential Demonstrable understanding of the extent of the role Broad knowledge base of acute and chronic conditions Understanding of scope of professional practice Understanding of reflective practice and its application Self awareness and appreciation of limitations Desirable Knowledge of changing the way in which health services are being planned and delivered Awareness of current changes in the delivery of healthcare and the impact on community services Skills and Aptitudes Essential Excellence communication and interpersonal skills Ability to delegate effectively Ability to maintain confidentiality Enthusiasm and ability to work as part of a team IT skills Desirable Post registration clinical skills Personal Circumstances Essential Able to travel independently of public transport Able to work flexibly (24/7) across a rang of community settings Other Requirements Essential Promote and uphold equality and diversity 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 North Cumbria Integrated Care NHS Foundation Trust Address West Cumberland Hospital Hensingham Whitehaven CA28 8JG Employer's website https://www.ncic.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)