Main area: General Rehabilitation
Grade: BAND 5
Contract: Permanent
Hours: Full time - 37.5 hours per week (LONG DAYS/NIGHTS)
Job ref: 824-HERTS-6863015
Employer: Central London Community Healthcare NHS Trust
Employer type: NHS
Site: ST PETERS WARD
Town: HEMEL HEMPSTEAD
Salary: £31,469 - £38,308 Per Annum, inclusive of HCAS
Salary period: Yearly
Closing: 12/02/2025 23:59
Nurse
BAND 5
Central London Community Healthcare (CLCH) is one of the largest community healthcare organisations in London and Hertfordshire, providing our services to diverse communities/boroughs in 11 London Boroughs and Hertfordshire.
We are rated Good by the Care Quality Commission and are ranked among top NHS employers. Community healthcare is our focus and our passion.
Job overview
CLCH Hertfordshire Adult Community Services - CLCH NHS Trust provides a range of Community Services, and the Hertfordshire Division is recruiting!
The post holder will be a member of the ward team, primarily working day duty, but internal rotation to nights may be necessary.
The post holder may need to take responsibility for the shift in the absence of senior staff and will be responsible for the assessment, planning, and evaluation of patient care, following the NMC Code of Conduct, Trust, and Hospital policies.
A commitment to health promotion, teaching, and training is essential.
Main duties of the job
1. Comply with the ward philosophy of care.
2. Ensure the agreed standard of individualised nursing care is always provided.
3. Carry out nursing activities within the guidelines set by the NMC and Central London Community Healthcare NHS Trust.
4. Consider patient's customs, religious beliefs, and doctrines.
5. Conduct clinical risk assessments based on individual patient needs.
6. Administer medication safely and appropriately in line with Hospital policy and NMC Guidelines.
7. Ensure patients achieve optimum comfort during their ward stay.
8. Participate in the training and mentoring of pre-registered students and junior staff.
9. Develop specialist skills and knowledge through participation in group work, committees, and workshops.
10. Act as the patient’s advocate, raising concerns as necessary.
Working for our organisation
We can offer you:
* A comprehensive induction into the community service followed by a local induction.
* Car lease scheme (only available for Band 5 and up).
* Flexible working options.
* Training, support, and development in your career.
Person specification
Education/Qualifications
* RGN/RN with current registration.
* NMC Registration.
* Evidence of continued professional development and post-registration training.
Experience
* Understanding of working in a rehabilitation unit or intermediate care setting.
* Knowledge of negotiating and liaising within a multi-disciplinary team.
* Experience of working with people with complex needs.
* Experience of supervising junior staff and coordinating a team.
* Experience of evidence-based care.
* Experience of undertaking comprehensive health needs assessments and writing care plans.
Skills and Knowledge
* Good written and verbal communication skills.
* Phlebotomy/male catheterisation or willingness to undertake training.
Due to the high number of applications, we may close this vacancy before the advertised closing date. Please apply as soon as you can if you meet the requirements.
Only candidates who clearly demonstrate how they meet the person specification will be shortlisted.
Interview arrangements will be communicated via email, so please check your email regularly.
At CLCH, we value diversity in our communities and workforce. Applications are welcome from anyone, regardless of age, sexual orientation, gender identity, ethnicity, religion, or disability.
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 and will require a Disclosure submission to the Disclosure and Barring Service.
This vacancy may close early if it receives a high number of applications. Please submit your applications on time.
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