The Trust is currently under-represented in terms of individuals from BME backgrounds and welcomes applicants from these communities. DCHS is also an LGBT inclusive employer. Selection will be on a basis of merit. The Trust has achieved the status of a Disability Confident Leader and guarantees to invite to assessment applicants who meet the criteria for the job vacancy. To ensure the diversity of the workforce and understand the differing needs of our communities, the Trust is committed to the principles of Positive Action.
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Job overview
We have a fantastic opportunity for an Enhanced Clinical Practitioner (ECP) to work in the Swadlincote Acute Home visiting service. The Acute Home Visiting service works collaboratively with the local GP and Integrated Teams in Swadlincote which provides a varied source of support. Our patient group is patients in their own homes and in the Oakland bedded unit which supports patients discharged from hospital.
Our team is happy, skilled and provide an excellent working environment with opportunities to learn and develop in this role. You will improve clinical outcomes for patients by enabling them to function independently by increasing their choice to remain in their own home/community and reduce the need for, or prevent inappropriate hospital admission.
Main duties of the job
We aim to recruit clinicians who are passionate in supporting and empowering patients and their family/carers to manage their complex health needs. We strive to support patients accessing help when needed and optimising health outcomes. We want to support patients to remain in their own homes as appropriate preventing unnecessary admission to hospital and support patients to return home as needed.
Working for our organisation
Our purpose is to provide community health services to a patient population of over one million people in Derbyshire and Derby, as part of Joined Up Care Derbyshire. We employ around 4,200 substantive staff, caring for patients in 11 community hospitals and more than 30 health centres, as well as in clinics, GP practices, schools, care homes and, increasingly, in people's own homes and via virtual consultations. Our organisation is judged as Outstanding by CQC.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
Please review the Job Description and Person Specification. To apply, please click APPLY FOR THIS JOB - this link will take you to the TRAC Recruitment Site. You will need to register if you do not already have an account.
(Please note recent name change to role previously known as Community Matron has recently changed to Enhanced Clinical Practitioner- Community). It will require a high level of clinical knowledge and the ability to implement proactive care planning, education and working as part of the wider MDT.
Person specification
Education/Qualifications
Essential criteria
1. RGN or HCPC accredited degree
2. Evidence of post registration clinical professional development
Desirable criteria
1. V300 Independent Non-Medical Prescriber
2. Clinical Decision Making course at Level 7 or equivalent
3. MA level course
4. Teaching qualification
Experience and Knowledge
Essential criteria
1. Knowledge of practical application of clinical governance
2. High level of understanding regarding long term conditions agenda and wider NHS agenda
3. Management of risk and health and safety, plus safeguarding adults and children procedures and ability to implement
Desirable criteria
1. Previous community experience
Skills
Essential criteria
1. High level clinical skills relevant to long term conditions and the management of chronic disease management
2. Excellent communication skills, written and verbal
Desirable criteria
1. Diagnostic and clinical assessment skills
2. Experience of using IT patient records in Primary Care
Other
Essential criteria
1. The post holder will need to have appropriate transport to be able to visit patients in their own home throughout shifts, carrying appropriate equipment.
Derbyshire Community Health Services NHS Foundation Trust (DCHS) is one of the largest providers of specialist community healthcare in England and we currently employ around 4,500 staff. We deliver a variety of services across Derbyshire, caring for nearly 1.8 million patients each year.
We deliver patient care through 11 community hospitals, 4 minor injury units, 29 health centres and a learning disability centre. Another key part of our service is out in the community where we care for people in their own homes via therapists, health visitors and district nurses, and promoting public health in the wider community. As a Trust we care for patients of all ages with a special focus on the needs of elderly people and the very young.
DCHS has been recognised as a top 10 NHS organisation to work for in the UK by the Health Service Journal and NHS Employers in their Best Places to Work 2015 campaign. The Trust is also the runner-up in the category for the best NHS community trust employer.
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Our vision "to be the best provider of local healthcare and to be a great place to work"
Our values:
1. To get the basics right
2. To act with compassion and respect
3. To make a difference
4. To value and develop teamwork
5. To value everyone's contribution because everyone matters
The majority of our locations offer free parking facilities for staff.
We will communicate with you regarding your application via email so please check your email account on a regular basis. If using hotmail, MSN or yahoo email accounts please check your 'junk/spam' mail regularly.
If you require any support in completing the application form please do not hesitate to contact the Recruitment Team, 01332 564856, option 1, option 1 or dchst.recruitment@nhs.net and we will be happy to provide assistance.
Please note - if we receive a high number of applications for this position we reserve the right to withdraw the post before the closing date, therefore it is advisable that you apply as early as possible to avoid disappointment.
As a flexible working friendly organisation, we want to be sure that you can work in a way that is best for our service and for you. Speak to us about how we might be able to accommodate a flexible working arrangement whether that's job share, part time or another flexible pattern.
Employer certification / accreditation badges
Applicant requirements
You must have appropriate UK professional registration. This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.
Documents to download
* Enhanced Clinical Practitioner (Community) (PDF, 488.3KB)
* T+C (PDF, 183.5KB)
* Application Guidance (PDF, 315.5KB)
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