Gloucestershire Health and Care NHS Foundation Trust
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced nurse to work within an innovative, dynamic countywide specialist service providing intravenous therapy in Gloucestershire.
As a community-based service, the post holder will work closely with the wider multi-disciplinary team to provide high-quality, evidence-based care.
Experience in delivering training to other health professionals is desirable. Access to transport is essential for this band 5 post, which requires participation in a shared rota for countywide service provision 7 days per week.
The successful applicants will have current registration with the NMC.
Main duties of the job
The post holder will be part of the IV team providing expert advice and support to service users and members of the multidisciplinary team, including:
* Supporting the development of the service
* Facilitating high-quality care for patients treated in community hospital in-patient and out-patient settings, as well as in their own homes, clinics, or other care facilities
* Ensuring evidence-based practice and innovative models of care are delivered at all times
* Assisting with the evaluation of clinical pathways, policies, and procedures for managing IV Therapy in the community
* Promoting a multi-professional approach to care delivery within GHC and across organisational boundaries
* Providing support and advice for nurses, other professionals, patients, and their carers
* Developing close working partnerships with secondary care providers, local and regional specialists, other health professionals, and voluntary services involved in patient care
* Assisting in the development and delivery of competency-based training and education within the specialist field of IV therapy
* Actively participating in clinical audits and research within this specialist area
* Participating in the shared rota to enable 7-day service delivery
Person Specification
* Current NMC Registration
* Excellent oral and written communication skills
* Significant experience in a clinical role in various hospital and community settings
* Manual dexterity needed for the delivery of IV therapy and the ability to work in different conditions and environments in the community
* Teaching Qualification
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975, and a submission for Disclosure will be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Job Details
Address: 1010 Pioneer Avenue, Gloucester Business Park
Salary: £29,970 to £36,483 per annum (pro rata)
Contract: Fixed term
Duration: 10 months
Working pattern: Part-time
Reference number: 327-25-041
Job location: 1010 Pioneer Avenue, Gloucester Business Park
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