Main area IV Team Grade NHS AfC: Band 5
Contract: Permanent
Hours: Part time - 26.25 hours per week
Employer: The Dudley Group NHS Foundation Trust
Employer type: NHS
Site: Brierley Hill Health and Social Care Centre
Town: Brierley Hill
Salary: £29,970 - £36,483 per annum pro rata
Salary period: Yearly
Closing: 10/04/2025 23:59
Community IV Nurse
NHS AfC: Band 5
Job overview
We are looking for enthusiastic and motivated Community Staff Nurse to join the community IV Team. The post-holder is responsible for providing the ongoing nursing care for patients requiring Intravenous (IV) therapy and supporting the virtual ward in the community.
The post-holder will carry out all forms of clinical care associated with IV therapy and assessment of care needs including the individual development, implementation and evaluation of programmes of care for patients.
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.
This role falls under the Government mandatory requirement of vaccination against coronavirus. Unless you are medically exempt, the Trust will be required to ensure that you are fully vaccinated against Covid-19. To be considered for this role you must be able to evidence that you have received both doses of the coronavirus vaccination or that you are medically exempt.
Working for our organisation
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.
Detailed job description and main 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
* First level Registered Nurse
* Completed preceptorship programme and associated competencies
Knowledge and Training
* Understand the importance of the Code of Professional Conduct
* Ability to gain and maintain competence in relevant clinical skills, pertinent to IV therapy.
* Demonstrate understanding of evidence-based practice
* Working knowledge of IT systems
Experience
* Relevant Post Registration Experience – IV drug administration, Cannulation
* Community Nursing experience
Communication & Relationship Skills
* Able to communicate accurately in all forms including verbal, written and IT
* Proven ability to develop and maintain working relationships with other professionals
* Evidence of being able to work as part of a team
Analytical & Judgement Skills
* Ability to gain and maintain competence in relevant clinical skills pertinent to IV therapy
* An understanding of when to use clinical judgement
* An understanding of when to ask for assistance
* Background knowledge of the issues within the primary care and community setting
Planning & Organisational Skills
* Enthusiastic – seizing the opportunity for personal and service development
* Flexible – to meet the demands of the service
* Able to demonstrate the ability to work autonomously and when to work as part of the team
* Ability to supervise others
* Show an ability to adapt to change
Physical Skills
* Ability to gain and maintain competence in relevant clinical skills, pertinent to IV therapy
* Must be able to commute to meet the demands of the role
Equality, Diversity, Inclusion and Trust Values
* Able to provide safe, caring, and effective services
* Values and behaviours that reflect the Trust values of Care, Respect and Responsibility
* Commitment to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace that is free from discrimination and where people feel they belong and their contribution is valued
Applications from job seekers who require sponsorship to work in the United Kingdom (UK) are welcome and will be considered, dependant upon Job Role and Salary needed to meet the criteria for sponsorship, alongside all other applications.
It is vital that you provide full and accurate details of your current immigration status on the application form.
Not everyone needs a ‘Skilled Worker’ visa. If you are applying for a vacancy in health or adult social care, check if you’re eligible to apply for the Health and Care Worker visa instead.
RECRUITMENT EQUALITY STATEMENT
We are committed to equal opportunities and want to ensure our workforce is representative of the population we serve. We welcome applications from all sections of the community and diverse groups.
We will, at every opportunity, advance equality and inclusivity for all staff, by removing or minimising disadvantage, encouraging participation and taking all relevant steps to meet the needs of anyone who shares a protected characteristic.
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