Enhanced Practice Nurse (EPN) Job SpecificationJob Title: Enhanced Practice Nurse (EPN) Salary: Band 7 (£22.5 hrs WTE) Location: Working across the Care Homes within Trent Care PCN Hybrid, based at Cleveland Surgery, Gainsborough Reports To: Practice Manager and PCN Manager Job Summary The Enhanced Practice Nurse (EPN) plays a pivotal role in delivering comprehensive healthcare services, particularly under the Enhanced Health in Care Homes (EHCH) framework. Working within a multidisciplinary team, the EPN will provide advanced nursing care to patients in care home settings, ensuring high-quality, evidence-based care. This role includes patient assessment, care planning, health promotion, and contributing to quality improvement initiatives. Key ResponsibilitiesComprehensive Patient Assessment and Care Planning - Conduct thorough assessments of patients' physical and mental health needs. - Develop, implement, and evaluate individualized care plans in collaboration with patients, families, and the multidisciplinary team. Clinical Decision-Making - Utilise clinical expertise to analyze complex health conditions. - Apply evidence-based interventions and specialized equipment to support clinical decisions. Enhanced Clinical Care Delivery - Provide advanced nursing care in dynamic and challenging environments. - Adapt to evolving healthcare models, incorporating innovative practices and technologies. Patient and Family Education - Educate patients and their families on managing health conditions effectively. Quality Improvement and Research - Implement changes based on audit findings and contribute to the development of practice protocols and guidelines. Professional Boundaries and Delegation - Recognise the limits of personal competence and refer patients appropriately. - Delegate tasks to other team members, ensuring accountability and supervision. Team Leadership and Supervision - Take responsibility for team performance and service delivery. - Provide supervision and mentorship to junior staff and students. Person SpecificationQualifications: - Degree in Nursing or completion of a Registered Nursing Degree Apprenticeship (RNDA). - Registered with the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC). - Postgraduate qualification at Level 7 or above in a relevant field (e.g., wound care, diabetes management, respiratory care, cardiovascular disease, dementia care, women's health, public health, or population health management). Experience: - Demonstrated experience in managing complex patient care within a multidisciplinary team. - Experience in supervising and mentoring. Skills and Competencies: - Advanced clinical assessment and decision-making skills. - Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities. - Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. - Ability to work independently and collaboratively. - Proficiency in healthcare technologies and electronic health records. Personal Attributes: - Commitment to continuous professional development. - Flexibility and adaptability in a changing healthcare environment. - Empathy and compassion in patient care. Supervision Requirements The Enhanced Practice Nurse will engage in regular clinical and professional supervision to reflect on practice, develop competencies, and ensure the delivery of high-quality care. This includes ongoing clinical oversight, professional support, and educational supervision to achieve proficiency.