Job summary A vacancy has arisen for enthusiastic and flexible Band 7, District Nursing Team Managers to join the community night nursing team for the London Borough of Hounslow. This service operates from 1900-0700 seven days a week. The District Nursing Team Manager is responsible for the management of a caseload of Hounslow patients, including case management of patients identified as being at risk of hospital admissions. Provides skilled, professional holistic assessment of health needs, relevant nursing care and health information to members of the community of all age groups. The Team Manager works in partnership with the primary health care team, social services, private and voluntary sector, addressing health promotion priorities both locally and nationally. Main duties of the job To provide clinical leadership and management responsibility to the Hounslow Community Nursing team in order to meet the needs of the caseload and local population.The Team Manager will line manage a team of skill mix staff and be responsible for the development and competencies of staff within their team. To be responsible for the delivery of the locality nursing service in line with the Hounslow commissioned service specification, standards, activity and outcomes, in the context of multi-disciplinary locality working. To work in partnership with the Hounslow primary health care team, social services and the wider multidisciplinary locality team, providing holistic assessment of health needs and the provision of nursing care to housebound people with a range of medical needs and long term conditions. To work flexibly to meet the service needs. About us Community healthcare is unlike any other part of the NHS. It's personalised care that helps people to retain their independence. It's the NHS at its best and the difference you make is truly tangible. Our colleagues often describe us as a family, and we know how important that sense of belonging and support is when you start a new job. It's simple - happy, engaged staff provide better services. This post is for Hounslow Night Service currently being managed by KRFT. The Trust is undergoing major changes within the organisation where the Hounslow Night service is expected to join the West London NHS Trust at a later date. Infection Control As an NHS Trust we strongly encourage and support vaccination uptake as this remains the best line of defence against COVID19. Date posted 06 November 2024 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 7 Salary £51,883 to £58,544 a year p.a. pro rata inclusive of HCAS (Outer) Contract Permanent Working pattern Part-time Reference number 779-NN-6637386-N&M-A-Z Job locations Whitton Corner Percy Road Whitton TW2 6JL Job description Job responsibilities Please refer to the attached job description and person specification for full details. Informal visits (by appointment) are very welcomed, come and see what our teams do and discuss how you can join us. Job description Job responsibilities Please refer to the attached job description and person specification for full details. Informal visits (by appointment) are very welcomed, come and see what our teams do and discuss how you can join us. Person Specification Qualifications and Knowledge Essential Qualified RGN with current registration with NMC Diploma or BSc (Hons) Community Health (DN) Relevant post registration study at diploma/degree level and relevant CPD e.g. palliative care, tissue viability Nurse Prescriber Mentorship course Desirable Independent Prescribing Physical Assessment Skills Skills & Abilities Essential Holistic Assessment skills Core clinical skills Ability to work independently and as part of a multi-disciplinary team Ability to lead by example, both clinically and managerially, being consistent and fair to all staff in every aspect of work. Conflict management and mediation skills. Ability to work under pressure, balance multiple priorities and meet deadlines. Able to demonstrate understanding of Safeguarding Adults & Children. Good knowledge of NMC Guidelines and Standards. Knowledge of polices, professional standards, guidelines and protocols. 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 team work Experience of mentoring students Desirable Experience of managing resources to stay within the service budget Personal Attributes Essential Flexible Others Essential Car Driver or Competent Cyclist Access to own transport Person Specification Qualifications and Knowledge Essential Qualified RGN with current registration with NMC Diploma or BSc (Hons) Community Health (DN) Relevant post registration study at diploma/degree level and relevant CPD e.g. palliative care, tissue viability Nurse Prescriber Mentorship course Desirable Independent Prescribing Physical Assessment Skills Skills & Abilities Essential Holistic Assessment skills Core clinical skills Ability to work independently and as part of a multi-disciplinary team Ability to lead by example, both clinically and managerially, being consistent and fair to all staff in every aspect of work. Conflict management and mediation skills. Ability to work under pressure, balance multiple priorities and meet deadlines. Able to demonstrate understanding of Safeguarding Adults & Children. Good knowledge of NMC Guidelines and Standards. Knowledge of polices, professional standards, guidelines and protocols. 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 team work Experience of mentoring students Desirable Experience of managing resources to stay within the service budget Personal Attributes Essential Flexible Others Essential Car Driver or Competent Cyclist Access to own transport 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 Kingston and Richmond NHS Foundation Trust Address Whitton Corner Percy Road Whitton TW2 6JL Employer's website https://www.kingstonandrichmond.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)