By joining us you can look forward to a choice of flexibleBank shifts across any of our client Trusts in England, as well as the abilityto develop professionally and gain experience in several wards or areas.
Main duties of the job
* Assessing and monitoring patient conditions.
* Checking symptomsand vital signs and arranging diagnostic tests.
* Displaying excellent analytical ability and sound decisionmaking in changing clinical situations.
* Working as aneffective team member and promoting team and interdisciplinary relationships
The role will involve, but not be limited to you performing the above.
About us
Here at NHS Professionals, we run England'slargest NHS staff bank and are experts at putting people in places to care.Every year we help thousands of dedicated and highly skilled NHS workers enjoybetter career opportunities, more flexible shifts, and a healthier work-lifebalance across our partnered Trusts.
Career Progressionaccess to Learning & Development opportunities, so thatyou can take on new roles and challenges.
Work-life Balanceflexible shifts, committed shifts, wellbeing resources andbuild paid annual leave.
Opportunity &Accessover 50 partner NHS Trusts to give you theflexibility of choice to work how and where you want.
Job responsibilities
Job Title: Advanced Nurse
Trust :Southern Health NHS Foundation Trust
Location : Romsey Community Hospital, Lymington Hospital, Alton Hospital, Petersfield
Shift Patterns : Flexible
Trust Info:
Southern Health NHS Foundation Trust, rated Good in their most recent CQC report, provides a wide range of mental health, physical health and learning disability services across Hampshire. Based in the centre of the South Coast, Hampshire has excellent transport links, with the M3 and M27, an airport in Southampton, as well as quick and easy access to London. As the Trust operates at over 300 sites across Hampshire, there is plenty of opportunities to experience either city, country or coastal life. Staff can also benefit from the Trusts Academy of Clinical Excellence (ACE) which offers a specific focus on the professional development and career progression for registered nurses, nursing associates and AHPs
Why might this job interest you?
Being a Advanced Nurse in the NHS is a versatile and impactful role that spans across various healthcare settings, from hospitals to community clinics. It involves providing comprehensive care to patients of all ages and backgrounds, addressing both acute medical needs and long-term health management. The flexibility in scheduling allows general nurses to balance their professional responsibilities with personal commitments, ensuring they can deliver compassionate and effective care while maintaining a healthy work-life balance.
What you can add:
* Monitor, review and evaluate care interventions to ensure optimum quality is maintained.
* Lead on the assessment, diagnosis, planning, implementation and evaluation of treatment/interventions and care for patients presenting with an undifferentiated diagnosis.
* Clinically examine and assess patient needs from a physiological and psychological perspective, and plan clinical care accordingly.
* Assess, diagnose, plan, implement and evaluate interventions/ treatments for patients with complex needs.
* Proactively identify, diagnose and manage treatment plans for patients at risk of developing a long term condition (as appropriate).
* Diagnose and manage both acute and chronic conditions, integrating both drug and non - drug based treatment methods into a management plan.
* Prescribe and review medication for therapeutic effectiveness, appropriate to patient needs and in accordance with evidence based practice and national and SHFT protocols, and within scope of practice.
* Work with patients in order to support compliance with and adherence to prescribed treatments.
* Provide information and advice on prescribed or over the counter medication on medication regimens, side effects and interactions.
* Prioritise health problems and intervene appropriately to assist the patient in complex, urgent or emergency situations, including initiation of effective emergency care.
* Inform clinical manager of any concerns regarding patients, relatives, visitors or staff that may compromise patients care.
The role will involve, but not be limited to you performing the above.
Qualifications:-
* Registered First Level Nurse.
* History taking and physical assessment course.
* Clinical Supervision Training.
* Independent and supplementary Nurse prescribing course.
* Teaching and Assessing qualification ENB 998 or equivalent/ mentorship qualification PETALS.
* Post registration degree or Masters Degree.
* Minor illness course.
What youll need:
* A minimum of 6 months paid experience in an Acute hospital as Advanced Nurse's ward environment within the last 3 years
* A minimum of 4 years post registration experience, of which at least two have been in a senior role.
* High level of clinical skill in particular recognising the deteriorating patient, and the management of patients suffering exacerbation of long term conditions such as COPD.
* Experience, underpinned by knowledge of working with and understanding the complex needs of patients in a primary/community care setting with the additional awareness of referral pathways into the wider multidisciplinary team.
* Work autonomously within own competencies.
* Experience of initiating or participating in clinical audit/research relating to clinical practice/ service provision.
* Participates in regular clinical supervision.
* Experience of caseload management including responsibility for complex care packages for vulnerable people.
* Involved in the implementation and management of change.
*Depending on the Trust, you may require variable additional certification and skills.
The benefits we can offer you in return:
* Putting People in Places to Care be part of the NHSP community, by joining the bank and caring for patients with a team of people from all walks of life.
* Weekly pay to give you access to your wages more quickly.
* Blue Light Card NHS Discount Provider
* First choice of shifts/placements at the Trust of your choice over agencies.
* Our team is always happy to help- access our support line any time.
* Working options to suit your lifestyle being on the bank gives you the flexibility to work the shifts you want or choose fixed term placements.
* Training and development opportunities via the Trust and NHSPs own academy.
* Explore different wards,keep your skills up to date whilst gaining vital experience.
* Being part of the NHSP Community means youll get access to member activities such as member of the month, member appreciation week, key date giveaways, webinar series and much more.
Who are NHS Professionals?
NHS Professionals is a flexible staff bank, owned by the Department of Health, our purpose is to provide you with the autonomy to decide when, how, and where you want to work. Supporting your lifestyle and making you feel part of the team and community. Offering you flexible work or alternatively fixed term placements.
Apply Today
By joining us you can look forward to a choice of flexible Bank shifts or fixed term placements across any of our client Trusts in England.
Person Specification
Qualifications
* Statement of NMC Registration
* Degree /Diploma in Nursing
Experience
* A minimum of 6 months paid experience in an Acute hospital as Advanced Nurse's ward environment within the last 3 years
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.
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