Job summary An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Band 5 Nurse to work within Home First. The post holder will be a Registered Nurse (RN1-2-NMC) responsible for patients allocated to them and will assess, manage, plan and deliver care, including being professionally and legally accountable. The post holder will support their peers, Senior Nurse Co-coordinator (Band 6) and be an effective team member. They will supervise pre-registration students. They will have a commitment to actively work with the Senior Nurse Coordinator who will support with and liaise with other health and social professionals and agencies. The Home First Team prides themselves on the delivery of quality care to community patients, many with complex needs. All staff promote the philosophy of self-care and the promotion of independence whilst offering the facilities of rehabilitation and assessment. The ethos of the team is to support people to remain in their own home and to avoid unnecessary hospital admissions. The team also work to facilitate safe hospital discharges for patients leaving acute care and to offer them nursing support in their own home environment. The South Home First Team covers the whole of South Staffordshire and provides clinical support for patients in the community to support people to return home through the discharge to assess pathway following a period of acute care in hospital. Main duties of the job To act as a role model and motivate team members in working towards innovative and high standard of practice. o To participate and support the Senior Nurse Coordinator and Clinical Lead in the development of an effective team and the development of productive working relationships throughout the Trust. o To support the Senior Nurse Coordinator and Clinical Lead in the development of a positive and 'supportive' team culture. o Holistic assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of care as part of the D2A process. o Providing public health, health promotional programs to improve health and reduce inequalities. o To be responsible, and accountable, for service delivery to clients/patients. o Demonstrate at all times the Trust Values. o Improvement in health and wellbeing including mental health. o Early supported discharge. o To be able to initiate referrals to other health professional specialist services and agencies. To establish and monitor good working relationships with other health and social care professionals, statutory and voluntary organisations. o To provide patients and relatives with information and education thus ensuring they have meaningful choices that promote dignity, independence and quality of life o Advise Senior Nurse Coordinator and Clinical Lead of any issues that may affect the patient or the service. o About us By joining Team MPFT, you will be helping your communities and in return for this, we will support you by; Supporting your career development and progression Excellent NHS Pension scheme Generous maternity, paternity and adoption leave Options for flexible working Up to 27 days annual leave (increasing with service up to 33 days) Extensive Health and Wellbeing support and resources If you work in our community teams, we pay for your time travelling between patients Lease car if you complete more than 500 business miles per annum, fully insured and maintained (including tyres), mileage paid at lease car rate Salary sacrifice car - fully insured and maintained (including tyres), your gross pay is reduced by the cost of the vehicle before tax, NI and pension deductions are calculated, mileage paid at business rates Salary sacrifice bikes up to £2k Free car parking at all trust sites Free flu vaccinations every year Citizens Advice support linked with a Hardship Fund for one off additional support up to £250 (if the criteria is met) We are proud to be a diverse and inclusive organisation and there is a choice of staff networks that help you meet like-minded people. Please be aware that the use of artificial intelligence (AI) in completing application forms will be monitored to ensure fairness and transparency. If you have used AI you must state this in your application. Please note, we may be required to close this vacancy early if we receive a high volume of applications Date posted 13 February 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 5 Salary £29,970 to £36,483 a year per annum Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time Reference number 301-VA-25-6984924 Job locations Midland Partnership Trust Merlin House, Etchell Road, Bitterscote, Tamworth, Staffordshire B78 3HF Job description Job responsibilities For further information regarding the role and responsibilities, please refer to the detailed Job Description and Person Specification attached. Job description Job responsibilities For further information regarding the role and responsibilities, please refer to the detailed Job Description and Person Specification attached. Person Specification Qualifications Essential Degree in Nursing or equivalent Registration with NMC Commitment to work towards Mentorship Qualification Training Essential Evidence of / willing to undertake post-registration training relevant to post Work Experience Essential Relevant experience / placement to the role including assessment and management of long term conditions, post-operative conditions and wound care Ability to manage time and caseload effectively Supporting service users, families and carers in dealing with people with nursing needs Desirable Experience in the delivery of healthcare Knowledge Essential Evidence of clinical knowledge relevant to the post with knowledge of care planning Understanding of Information Governance, Data Protection NMC Standarsda and Safeguarding Vulnerable Adults Desirable Awareness of relevant NSF's and NICE guidance Skills and Competencies Essential Basic IT Skills Initiate and participate in networks and discussion groups Discharge and transfer individuals where appropriate Provision of support and direction to student nurses, Promoting Independence Worksers, Assistant Practitioners and new starters Prioritise treatment and care for individuals according to their health status and needs Personal Attributes Essential Working across community settings and have the ability to travel within a geographical area to meet the requirements of the post Flexibility with working hours to enable 7 day working Person Specification Qualifications Essential Degree in Nursing or equivalent Registration with NMC Commitment to work towards Mentorship Qualification Training Essential Evidence of / willing to undertake post-registration training relevant to post Work Experience Essential Relevant experience / placement to the role including assessment and management of long term conditions, post-operative conditions and wound care Ability to manage time and caseload effectively Supporting service users, families and carers in dealing with people with nursing needs Desirable Experience in the delivery of healthcare Knowledge Essential Evidence of clinical knowledge relevant to the post with knowledge of care planning Understanding of Information Governance, Data Protection NMC Standarsda and Safeguarding Vulnerable Adults Desirable Awareness of relevant NSF's and NICE guidance Skills and Competencies Essential Basic IT Skills Initiate and participate in networks and discussion groups Discharge and transfer individuals where appropriate Provision of support and direction to student nurses, Promoting Independence Worksers, Assistant Practitioners and new starters Prioritise treatment and care for individuals according to their health status and needs Personal Attributes Essential Working across community settings and have the ability to travel within a geographical area to meet the requirements of the post Flexibility with working hours to enable 7 day working 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 Midlands Partnership NHS Foundation Trust Address Midland Partnership Trust Merlin House, Etchell Road, Bitterscote, Tamworth, Staffordshire B78 3HF Employer's website https://www.mpft.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)