Job summary The post will involve working with healthcare assistants and clinicians to provide nursing interventions to patients in their home environment, maximising their independence and providing care to manage long term conditions as well as acute situations. You must be innovative in your approach and willing to work with other members of the integrated team to ensure a high quality service delivery. You must be willing to develop your own knowledge and skills, you will be supported in your personal development with training to extend your community nursing skills. Please note this vacancy may close early if a high number of applications is received, we advise your submit your application early to avoid disappointment. Please note this post is not suitable for applicants who are required to undertake the OSCE training programme. Applicants who do not have current valid UK NMC registration will not be considered for this post. Main duties of the job You will be able to demonstrate a real enthusiasm for community nursing, as well as a desire for on-going professional development. We also actively encourage newly qualified nurses to join our team as well as those looking for a change in direction. In return we offer a preceptorship programme and support professional development in a nurturing environment, allowing you to reach your full potential. The team provides nursing care to housebound patients, over the age of 18, within their own homes or chosen place of residence. You will work autonomously supported by your Community Nursing Sister and Team lead delivering a range of nursing interventions and patient centred care. We are committed to clinical support, CPD & training. The post is covering 7 days, 8am to 8pm service - flexible working available on request to support work/life balance. Car owner/driver with insurance cover to include business use is essential. About us University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust, rated as good by the Care Quality Commission, is one of the largest teaching Trusts in the UK. We are extremely proud of our employees across our hospital sites, with high quality patient care at the heart of everything we do. Boasting some of the most modern facilities in Western Europe, the Trust is renowned for being at the forefront of research and innovation as part of its blossoming reputation as a worldwide leader in healthcare. We are proud to be recognised as a Pathway to Excellence designated organisation - please click the link for further details about this prestigious award. Pathway To Excellence - University Hospitals Coventry & Warwickshire (uhcw.nhs.uk) By joining our exciting journey, you will form part of a passionate, talented team and will be able to access a wide range of learning and development opportunities. There has never been a better time to join our team. The Trust is committed to building an organisation that makes full use of the talents, skills, experience, and different perspectives available in our diverse society. We want everyone to feel they are respected, valued, can achieve their potential and receive the most appropriate and relevant care. We will create an environment where the equality and human rights principles of fairness, respect, equality, dignity and autonomy are promoted and are part of the organisation's core values. Date posted 15 January 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 5 Salary £29,970 to £36,483 a year pro rata Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time, Part-time Reference number 218-NM-B5-6924340 Job locations All Localities (Newfield House, Tile Hill, Willenhall) Kingfield Road Coventry CV1 4DW Job description Job responsibilities To demonstrate communication and motivational skills to facilitate patients to manage their health. The post holder will need to carry out the assessment, planning and delivery of interventions to a defined case load of patients. There may be complex and difficult issues to overcome to provide safe and effective care e.g. disengagement and refusal of service or high levels of risk to self and others supported by a senior clinician when appropriate. To communicate accurate and sensitive information to patients and carers using an appropriate and accessible medium, taking into consideration relevant factors such as background, culture, gender, age and any physical, sensory or learning difficulties. This communication may be complex or sensitive and needs to be modified as required to ensure effective understanding. To respect the dignity and preferences of patients and obtain consent to nursing intervention, in some circumstances you would be working in the patients best interests where consent cannot be gained due to capacity. Provide support and education to patients and carers and other relevant individuals considering patient confidentiality. Provide support and education to members of the multiprofessional team. To liaise with other team members, local services, and agencies to ensure the seamless transfer of patients within the pathway The post holder will be required to manage and prioritise their own time to ensure this efficiently meets the needs of the service, and when required to prioritise the work of other staff. This is all within a context of competing demands and fluctuating needs and risks. Ensure that discharge planning is commenced as soon after admission onto the nursing case load as is practicable and that patients/carers/family are empowered to make informed decisions affecting their future. For further details please see the attached job description. Job description Job responsibilities To demonstrate communication and motivational skills to facilitate patients to manage their health. The post holder will need to carry out the assessment, planning and delivery of interventions to a defined case load of patients. There may be complex and difficult issues to overcome to provide safe and effective care e.g. disengagement and refusal of service or high levels of risk to self and others supported by a senior clinician when appropriate. To communicate accurate and sensitive information to patients and carers using an appropriate and accessible medium, taking into consideration relevant factors such as background, culture, gender, age and any physical, sensory or learning difficulties. This communication may be complex or sensitive and needs to be modified as required to ensure effective understanding. To respect the dignity and preferences of patients and obtain consent to nursing intervention, in some circumstances you would be working in the patients best interests where consent cannot be gained due to capacity. Provide support and education to patients and carers and other relevant individuals considering patient confidentiality. Provide support and education to members of the multiprofessional team. To liaise with other team members, local services, and agencies to ensure the seamless transfer of patients within the pathway The post holder will be required to manage and prioritise their own time to ensure this efficiently meets the needs of the service, and when required to prioritise the work of other staff. This is all within a context of competing demands and fluctuating needs and risks. Ensure that discharge planning is commenced as soon after admission onto the nursing case load as is practicable and that patients/carers/family are empowered to make informed decisions affecting their future. For further details please see the attached job description. Person Specification Qualifications Essential see supporting documents Experience Essential see supporting documents Skills Essential see supporting documents Knowledge Essential see supporting documents Person Specification Qualifications Essential see supporting documents Experience Essential see supporting documents Skills Essential see supporting documents Knowledge Essential see supporting documents 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 University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust Address All Localities (Newfield House, Tile Hill, Willenhall) Kingfield Road Coventry CV1 4DW Employer's website https://www.jobsatuhcw.co.uk (Opens in a new tab)