Job summary
Community Staff Nurse- Permanent Hours
We are looking for an enthusiastic and motivated Community Staff Nurse to join our Kingswinford District Nursing team within Dudley Community Services. We want a nurse who is committed to delivering high standards of care, who is able to work as part of a team player, but also have the confidence to work independently without direct supervision.
Main duties of the job
The successful candidate will provide nursing care to patients within their own homes and in clinic settings.
You must have effective communication and interpersonal skills, be prepared to work flexibly and collaboratively to meet the needs of the service and demonstrate a willingness to extend and develop your existing skills. In return, we will offer you development opportunities, clinical supervision and mentorship support and deliver a formal induction programme.
About us
At the Dudley Group our patients and staff are at the heart of all that we do and that is to provide a world class service that aligns with our vision of "excellent health care, improved health for all". We are seeking to recruit staff who share our vision and values of making Dudley Group an incredible workplace.
As part of the NHS People Promise, your wellbeing is our priority, and we are committed to ensuring our employees achieve a healthy work-life balance supported by our flexible working options and by making reasonable adjustments where possible. We believe no-one should have to sacrifice family, friends, or their personal interests for work. We are a modern employer able to attract and retain high quality staff through our commitment to the NHS People Promise.
As an employer, we foster an inclusive environment where everyone feels valued, supported, and empowered to contribute their best. We want to ensure that our workforce is representative of the population we serve. More information - inclusive practice people promise.
Dudley Group offer many opportunities for our staff to develop and grow within their roles through our Learning & OD Team. These include topics such as communication, wellbeing, team development, cultural competency, and values.
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Job description
Job responsibilities
Please refer to the attached job description for full details of the main duties and responsibilities that the post holder is required to undertake.
Person Specification
Qualifications & Education
Essential
1. First level Registered Nurse with NMC
2. Nursing degree or equivalent experience
Knowledge & Training
Desirable
3. Evidence of undertaking a recognised course of study in teaching and assessing, or commitment to complete
4. Evidence of professional development
Experience
Desirable
5. Experience of working in a community setting
6. Substantial post registration experience
7. Completion of preceptorship/support skills
8. Computer literate
9. Venepuncture
Communication & Relationship skills
Essential
10. Demonstrates attention to detail
11. Demonstrates respect for patients dignity
12. Able to cope with some unpredictable work patterns and changing circumstances.
13. Effective communication skills, verbal and written
14. Must be able to commute to meet the need of a Community Staff Nurse
15. Demonstrates a caring attitude to patient care
16. Demonstrates a responsible attitude to their work
17. Able to cope with distressing or emotional circumstances
18. Ability to work within a team and develop others
19. Ability to work autonomously
Planning & Organisational Skills
Essential
20. Ability to organise and prioritise workload
21. Good organisational skills
22. Able to assess, plan, implement and evaluate care
23. Able to keep full and accurate records
24. Ability to manage personal daily caseload
Desirable
25. Leadership skills
Equality, Diversity, Inclusion and Trust Values
Essential
26. Able to provide safe, caring and effective services
27. Values and behaviours that reflect the Trust values of Care, Respect and Responsibility
28. Commitment to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace that is free from discrimination and where people feel they belong and their contribution is valued
Communication & Relationship skills
Essential
29. Demonstrates a caring attitude towards patient care
30. Demonstrates a responsible attitude to their work
31. Able to cope with distressing or emotional circumstances
32. Ability to work autonomously
33. Ability to work within a team and develop others
Analytical & Judement Skills
Essential
34. An understanding of when to use clinical judgment
35. An understanding of when to ask for assistance
36. Ability to gain and maintain competence in relevant clinical skills in line with the NMC Code of Conduct
Desirable
37. Background knowledge of the issues within the Primary and Community setting