Job summary We're excited to welcome you into our vibrant community team as a Community Sister / Charge Nurse. Join us as a Band 6 Nurse and step into a role that allows you to truly make a difference. Our Oldham community teams are on the frontlines of care, visiting homes and running treatment clinics across the area. We're not just filling positions; we're searching for dedicated professionals eager to leverage their clinical skills and compassion to create meaningful change in people's lives. Here's what makes this opportunity unique: Impactful Work: You'll play a vital role in delivering personalised care, directly affecting the health and happiness of the community. Supportive Environment: Our leadership team is committed to your success, providing the resources you need to thrive. Growth Opportunities: Benefit from tailored training programs, including specialized support in areas like end-of-life care, designed to enhance your expertise. Wellbeing Focus: We prioritise your health, offering comprehensive support to maintain your well-being. As an autonomous clinical professional, you'll make crucial, informed decisions that enhance patient care. Your role will involve weekend shifts as we operate 7 days a week, and you'll have the flexibility to travel across different locations within our Trust. If you're ready to be part of an inspiring team that embraces innovative care, we can't wait to meet you Main duties of the job If you are ready to step into a role where your expertise and compassion can shape lives then we're on the lookout for passionate Care Providers prepared to lead the charge in assessing patient needs and crafting cutting-edge care programs. Why Join Us? Collaborative Environment: Become an integral part of a vibrant Multi-Disciplinary Team that thrives on support and innovation. Here, your voice matters, and together we will push the boundaries of patient care. Innovative Care Programs: Use your creativity and clinical knowledge to develop groundbreaking care solutions that cater to the unique needs of each patient. You'll have the freedom to think outside the box and make a meaningful impact in their lives. Exceptional Communication: Your skills in service delivery and communication will be vital in forging strong connections with patients and their families. Ensure they feel supported and understood at every step of their journey. Take Charge: Manage your caseload like a pro and guide your team to achieve success. You'll lead by example, motivating others and fostering an environment where excellence thrives. High-Quality Care: Your nursing skills will truly shine as you provide compassionate, high-quality care to clients, ensuring their comfort and dignity while enhancing their overall well-being. About us The Northern Care Alliance NHS Foundation Trust (NCA) provides hospital and integrated health and social care services to over one million people living across Greater Manchester. Our 20,000 colleagues care for people in hospital and in the community, working across Bury, Rochdale, Oldham and Salford, to save and improve lives. As a large NHS trust we are committed to enhancing the health of our local population by delivering consistently high standards of care and working closely with local authorities and key partners. We believe in our power and potential to make a difference and we're always looking for people who demonstrate our three core values - care, appreciate and inspire - to join our team. In return, we can offer you a job role with purpose and flexibility. The size and scale of the NCA means we can provide more challenge and opportunities so your career can always be moving in the right direction. By joining us you can also access a competitive benefits package, including, a fantastic annual leave allowance, flexible working opportunities and protected hours for health and wellbeing activities, helping you to achieve more personal downtime and a better work-life balance. Date posted 08 November 2024 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 6 Salary £37,338 to £44,962 a year Per annum, Pro-rata Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time, Part-time, Flexible working Reference number 236-OCO-NM596-24-C Job locations Oldham Community - Various Sites Across District Nursing Royton Health Centre Oldham OL2 5QB Job description Job responsibilities To read more information about the advertised role, and the main job duties/responsibilities please open the Job Description and Person Specification located under the supporting documents heading. You can also read more information about working at the Northern Care Alliance within the attached Candidate Information Pack or by visiting our careers website:www.careers.northerncarealliance.nhs.uk We reserve the right to close the online vacancy when we are in receipt of sufficient applications. Should you wish to apply for this post you are advised to complete and return your application form as soon as possible. Job description Job responsibilities To read more information about the advertised role, and the main job duties/responsibilities please open the Job Description and Person Specification located under the supporting documents heading. You can also read more information about working at the Northern Care Alliance within the attached Candidate Information Pack or by visiting our careers website:www.careers.northerncarealliance.nhs.uk We reserve the right to close the online vacancy when we are in receipt of sufficient applications. Should you wish to apply for this post you are advised to complete and return your application form as soon as possible. Person Specification Registration Essential Registered Nurse with current NMC registration (Adult) Essential Qualifications Essential Degree/Diploma in nursing studies (or equivalent nursing qualification and experience) Specialist Practitioner Qualification or equivalent training/experience Evidence of continued professional development Evidence of involvement in teaching Desirable Prescribing qualification or willingness to undertake Knowledge, Skills and Experience Essential Demonstrates evidence based clinical knowledge Competent IT Skills Communicates succinctly, clearly and accurately both verbally and in writing Be an effective team member who is able to relate to colleagues at all levels of the Trust with tact and diplomacy Ability to coordinate your workload and supervise members of the team, ensuring high quality, safe and effective patient care Desirable Experience of the use of clinical systems Demonstrate initiative to proactively problem solve with a solution focus Ability to use reflective practice, to continuously improve the standard of patient care Person Specification Registration Essential Registered Nurse with current NMC registration (Adult) Essential Qualifications Essential Degree/Diploma in nursing studies (or equivalent nursing qualification and experience) Specialist Practitioner Qualification or equivalent training/experience Evidence of continued professional development Evidence of involvement in teaching Desirable Prescribing qualification or willingness to undertake Knowledge, Skills and Experience Essential Demonstrates evidence based clinical knowledge Competent IT Skills Communicates succinctly, clearly and accurately both verbally and in writing Be an effective team member who is able to relate to colleagues at all levels of the Trust with tact and diplomacy Ability to coordinate your workload and supervise members of the team, ensuring high quality, safe and effective patient care Desirable Experience of the use of clinical systems Demonstrate initiative to proactively problem solve with a solution focus Ability to use reflective practice, to continuously improve the standard of patient care 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 Northern Care Alliance NHS Foundation Trust Address Oldham Community - Various Sites Across District Nursing Royton Health Centre Oldham OL2 5QB Employer's website https://www.northerncarealliance.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)