Job summary Are you ready for a new challenge?Could you make a difference?Are you: o A Registered General Nurseo Committed to giving the highest standard of patient careo Compassionate towards patients and their familieso An excellent communicator with the ability to work in a teamo Motivated toward personal developmento A full UK driving license holder with access to a car An exciting opportunity has come up for the Adult Community Nursing Service. We are currently looking for a Band 7 Floating Team Manager to work with the community nursing teams across the Hounslow borough.Collaboratively working with our integrated rapid response teams, community matrons and social service colleagues are essential to ensure seamless care to our patient group.The candidate needs to be very committed to the role, lead by example and be a role model to the team. Have an open-door policy for all staff, be very approachable, a good problem solver and a good listener.Communication is vital to this role; the candidate should be able to liaise with other MDTs using professional language and have the ability to manage challenging situations and complex issues relating to patient care and service delivery Main duties of the job To provide high quality, skilled nursing care and to assist the Community Nursing Team Manager in the on-going planning, implementation, and evaluation of the holistic needs of the patient/client, family, and/or carer. Deliver high quality nursing care to housebound patients with complex needs to enable them to remain in their own homes. Working closely with specialist nurses, allied health and social care professionals to meet the needs of the patients without unnecessary attendance in A&E or be admitted to hospital. This will involve working independently but as part of the Community Nursing Team covering a particular geographical area. This will include first assessments and reviews, planning, implementation, monitoring, and evaluation of individual programmes of care. Candidate will be expected to be flexible to support corporate approach to patient care as and when required. About us West London NHS Trust is one of the most diverse healthcare providers in the UK, delivering a range of mental health and physical healthcare and community services. The Trust runs Broadmoor Hospital, one of three high secure hospitals in the country, with an international reputation. Our high secure services care for patients from South of England and we provide low and medium secure services across eight London boroughs. The Trust also provides mental and physical healthcare in three London boroughs (Ealing, Hounslow and Hammersmith & Fulham). We employ over 5,000 staff, of whom 59% are BME. Our turnover for 2024-25 is over £500m. The Trust is rated as 'Good' overallby the Care Quality Commission. Forensic services are rated as 'Outstanding'. The Trust is an established partner and contributor in the development of the evolving North West London Integrated Care System and the Integrated Care Board. The Trust leads the NW London Children and Adolescent Mental Health provider collaborative. Date posted 19 March 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 7 Salary £51,883 to £58,544 a year per annum inclusive of HCAS (Outer) Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time Reference number 222-HCS-590 Job locations Heart of Hounslow Hounslow TW3 3LN Job description Job responsibilities The Candidate Pack provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required. Please view as attached The person specification below is not the full person specification, but outlines the criteria against which your application form will be assessed. Job description Job responsibilities The Candidate Pack provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required. Please view as attached The person specification below is not the full person specification, but outlines the criteria against which your application form will be assessed. Person Specification Qualifications Essential Qualified RGN NMC - RN1, RNA with current NMC registration Nursing Diploma or BSc (Hons) Community Health (DN)/SPQ DN qualification Relevant post registration study at diploma/degree level and relevant CPD e.g. end -of-life Physical Assessment Skills Advanced Assessment Skills Nurse Prescriber V100/V150/V300 Assessor/Supervisory completion Nursing experience working in the community as a senior nurse for at least three years. Desirable Specialist Practice Teacher/ Teaching Qualification or willingness to complete the course Experience Essential Experience in assessing, planning, delivering and evaluating patients in their own homes Experience in working independently and as part of a team Experience in problem solving and supporting other team members Experience of Multidisciplinary teamwork Experience of assessing and supervising students Desirable Experience of managing resources to stay within the service budget Experience of audit evaluation Knowledge Essential Understanding of the impact of Mental Health e.g. dementia, depression, on the management of medical and long-term conditions Professional standards including confidentiality, clinical governance and NMC guidelines Infection prevention and control standards Risk assessment and management Knowledge of health and safety and personal safety issues Safeguarding Adults & Children Understanding of the Mental Capacity Act 2005 Desirable Understanding of current legislation and its implications for this role, including performance indicators and targets Understanding of both the Health and Social Care agenda Skills Essential Holistic assessment, core clinical and clinical reasoning skills to proactively manage patient care Ability to promote self-care of patients Ability to work independently and as part of a multi-disciplinary team Effective leadership skills and ability to delegate tasks to appropriately trained staff Ability to lead by example, both clinically and managerially, being consistent and fair to all staff in every aspect of work Ability to build the team to a high-performance level, conducive to professional development and team cohesiveness Effective communication skills with clients and colleagues and the ability to establish rapport with team, clients and other agencies Ability to negotiate and communicate across professional and organisational boundaries Ability to have difficult conversations with staff in line with HR policies IT literate with ability to use databases and other software packages and digital solutions with patients and in the operation of the service Advanced written and verbal communication skills Able to produce well written and timely clinical records and service reports Ability to lead and participate in service and organisational change Ability to work under pressure, balance multiple priorities and meet deadlines Ability to travel to multiple sites; car driver or competent cyclist Desirable Conflict management and mediation skills Other Requirements Essential Reliable, empathetic, approachable, understanding, non-judgemental and tolerant Demonstrates high ethical and professional standards Able to reflect and critically appraise own performance Committed to lifelong learning and achieving full compliance with the competencies and standards of this role and for career progression Has a positive attitude to change and is prepared to work flexibly to meet the need of people and the service Willingness to undertake training and competencies for additional clinical interventions to support service development Willingness to learn and implememt new ways of working, including using digital solutions with patients and in the operation of the service Confident, self motivated and energetic Person Specification Qualifications Essential Qualified RGN NMC - RN1, RNA with current NMC registration Nursing Diploma or BSc (Hons) Community Health (DN)/SPQ DN qualification Relevant post registration study at diploma/degree level and relevant CPD e.g. end -of-life Physical Assessment Skills Advanced Assessment Skills Nurse Prescriber V100/V150/V300 Assessor/Supervisory completion Nursing experience working in the community as a senior nurse for at least three years. Desirable Specialist Practice Teacher/ Teaching Qualification or willingness to complete the course Experience Essential Experience in assessing, planning, delivering and evaluating patients in their own homes Experience in working independently and as part of a team Experience in problem solving and supporting other team members Experience of Multidisciplinary teamwork Experience of assessing and supervising students Desirable Experience of managing resources to stay within the service budget Experience of audit evaluation Knowledge Essential Understanding of the impact of Mental Health e.g. dementia, depression, on the management of medical and long-term conditions Professional standards including confidentiality, clinical governance and NMC guidelines Infection prevention and control standards Risk assessment and management Knowledge of health and safety and personal safety issues Safeguarding Adults & Children Understanding of the Mental Capacity Act 2005 Desirable Understanding of current legislation and its implications for this role, including performance indicators and targets Understanding of both the Health and Social Care agenda Skills Essential Holistic assessment, core clinical and clinical reasoning skills to proactively manage patient care Ability to promote self-care of patients Ability to work independently and as part of a multi-disciplinary team Effective leadership skills and ability to delegate tasks to appropriately trained staff Ability to lead by example, both clinically and managerially, being consistent and fair to all staff in every aspect of work Ability to build the team to a high-performance level, conducive to professional development and team cohesiveness Effective communication skills with clients and colleagues and the ability to establish rapport with team, clients and other agencies Ability to negotiate and communicate across professional and organisational boundaries Ability to have difficult conversations with staff in line with HR policies IT literate with ability to use databases and other software packages and digital solutions with patients and in the operation of the service Advanced written and verbal communication skills Able to produce well written and timely clinical records and service reports Ability to lead and participate in service and organisational change Ability to work under pressure, balance multiple priorities and meet deadlines Ability to travel to multiple sites; car driver or competent cyclist Desirable Conflict management and mediation skills Other Requirements Essential Reliable, empathetic, approachable, understanding, non-judgemental and tolerant Demonstrates high ethical and professional standards Able to reflect and critically appraise own performance Committed to lifelong learning and achieving full compliance with the competencies and standards of this role and for career progression Has a positive attitude to change and is prepared to work flexibly to meet the need of people and the service Willingness to undertake training and competencies for additional clinical interventions to support service development Willingness to learn and implememt new ways of working, including using digital solutions with patients and in the operation of the service Confident, self motivated and energetic 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. 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. 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 West London NHS Trust Address Heart of Hounslow Hounslow TW3 3LN Employer's website https://www.westlondon.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)