The Trust is currently under-represented in terms of individuals from BME backgrounds and welcomes applicants from these communities. DCHS is also an LGBT inclusive employer. Selection will be on a basis of merit. The Trust has achieved the status of a Disability Confident Leader and guarantees to invite to assessment applicants who meet the criteria for the job vacancy. To ensure the diversity of the workforce and understand the differing needs of our communities, the Trust is committed to the principles of Positive Action. Be outstanding - join an outstanding team Job overview Are you passionate about the delivery of high quality palliative care to people living and dying with dementia? Due to maternity leave we require an enthusiastic and passionate nurse in palliative/dementia care (RMN/RGN/RNLD), to fulfil a nursing role within the Dementia Palliative Care Team for a period of 12 months. You will work as an integral part of a small team supporting people with dementia and palliative care needs (and their carers) across Derbyshire. The primary goal of the team is to enable improved palliative care for people living with advanced dementia, with mental and physical health needs in care homes/supported living or their own home. The team is focussed on ensuring the person remains at home (wherever home is) and avoiding unnecessary acute care admission. The team will also support discharges from acute hospital beds and pathway 3. Main duties of the job The post holder will work as an integral part of a small team supporting people with dementia and palliative care needs (and their carers) across Derbyshire. The post holder will work towards the primary goal of the team is to enable improved palliative care for people living with advanced dementia, with mental and physical health needs in care homes/supported living or their own home. The post holder will provide specialist support to both patients and their carers who experience or are at risk of experiencing difficulties in the last 6-12 months of life due to dementia. Working for our organisation The Purpose and Activities of DCHS? Our purpose is to provide community health services to a patient population of over one million people in Derbyshire and Derby, as part of Joined Up Care Derbyshire. We employ around 4,200 substantive staff, caring for patients in 11 community hospitals and more than 30 health centres, as well as in clinics, GP practices, schools, care homes and, increasingly, in people's own homes and via virtual consultations. During the pandemic response we have led the implementation of public vaccination centres in collaboration with partners across health and social care. As an employer and sponsor licence holder, to be able to provide sponsorship to overseas nationals via the Skilled Worker route we must ensure that we adhere to the sponsorship requirements set by UK Visa's and Immigration. After carefully reviewing this role, we do not believe that this position meets the requirements for sponsorship. For details on eligibility criteria for a Skilled Worker visa, please follow this link to the gov.uk website Skilled Worker visa: Overview - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk)" Detailed job description and main responsibilities Please review the Job Description and Person Specification. To apply, please click ON APPLY FOR THIS JOB - this link will take you to the TRAC Recruitment Site, you will need to register if you do not already have an account This team has developed as a collaborative resource in response to a gap in the current pathway of care for people living with advanced dementia with palliative care needs. Training and supervision will be provided to enable individuals to develop their skill set, and integrated working within the team will support case management. The post holder will: carry a caseload of patients and be involved in the delivery of consultation, advice and MDT support through holistic dementia palliative assessment and person-centred care planning. primarily cover the Chesterfield area. have a current full driving licence as role will require travel across Derbyshire. provide specialist support to both patients living and dying with dementia and their carers with identified palliative care needs. support GPs and primary care teams with complex care planning. be focussed on ensuring the person remains at home (wherever home is) and avoiding unnecessary acute care admission. support discharges from acute hospital beds and pathway 3 beds. carry a caseload of patients and be involved in the delivery of consultation, advice and MDT support. liaise direct with colleagues from the Older Adults Community Mental Health Teams and the Dementia Rapid Response Team. Person specification Qualifications Essential criteria Registered Nurse with current NMC registration Experience Essential criteria Experience of providing palliative and end of life care Experience of supporting people living with dementia Derbyshire Community Health Services NHS Foundation Trust (DCHS) is one of the largest providers of specialist community healthcare in England and we currently employ around 4,500 staff. We deliver a variety of services across Derbyshire, caring for nearly 1.8 million patients each year. We deliver patient care through 11 community hospitals, 4 minor injury units, 29 health centres and a learning disability centre. Another key part of our service is out in the community where we care for people in their own homes via therapists, health visitors and district nurses, and promoting public health in the wider community. As a Trust we care for patients of all ages with a special focus on the needs of elderly people and the very young. DCHS has been recognised as a top 10 NHS organisation to work for in the UK by the Health Service Journal and NHS Employers in their Best Places to Work 2015 campaign. The Trust is also the runner-up in the category for the best NHS community trust employer. TWITTER/FACEBOOK - DCHS has its own Social Media accounts for recruitment. Follow us/like us via dchsjobs Our vision "to be the best provider of local healthcare and to be a great place to work" Our values: 1) To get the basics right 2) To act with compassion and respect 3) To make a difference 4) To value and develop teamwork 5) To value everyone's contribution because everyone matters The majority of our locations offer free parking facilities for staff. We will communicate with you regarding your application via email so please check your email account on a regular basis. If using hotmail, MSN or yahoo email accounts please check your 'junk/spam' mail regularly. If you require any support in completing the application form please do not hesitate to contact the Recruitment Team, 01332 564856, option 1, option 1 or dchst.recruitmentnhs.net and we will be happy to provide assistance. Please note - if we receive a high number of applications for this position we reserve the right to withdraw the post before the closing date, therefore it is advisable that you apply as early as possible to avoid disappointment. As a flexible working friendly organisation, we want to be sure that you can work in a way that is best for our service and for you. Speak to us about how we might be able to accommodate a flexible working arrangement whether that's job share, part time or another flexible pattern. Employer certification / accreditation badges Applicant requirements You must have appropriate UK professional registration. This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service. Documents to download job description and person specification (PDF, 243.4KB) Application Guidance (PDF, 315.5KB)