Staff Nurse - Community Treatment and Care (CTAC) inDunfermline inDunfermline PUBLISHED 18 AUG 2024
Band 5
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NHS Fife is legally obliged to ensure all its employees are legally entitled to work in the United Kingdom.
FIFE HEALTH AND SOCIAL CARE PARTNERSHIPSTAFF NURSE COMMUNITY TREATMENT AND CARE (CTAC)
BAND 5 SN
FIFE CENTRAL
HOURS: 25.5
Due to the further development of the Community Treatment and Care (CTAC) Services and the growth of integrated hubs along with the synergy working with the Community Immunisation Service (CIS) within NHS Fife, we are delighted to be able to offer this opportunity, which has arisen within Fife Health and Social Care (H&SC) Partnership for Band 5 Staff Nurses to work within the CTAC Service.
Within this role you will provide care and treatment including wound management including doppler assessment, vaccinations, ear irrigation and a range of evolving nursing tasks, ensuring clinical care and quality standards are met. The Staff Nurse will provide safe, effective, person centred practice to meet the needs of people in Fife.
In applying for this role you will be an adult nurse, registered with the Nursing and Midwifery Council. You will have skills and experience to work within a community setting, to deliver high quality standards of care and be able to work as part of a multi-professional team. You must have flexibility, excellent communication skills, be adaptable to change and evidence continuing personal development
Please refer to the job description for more detail around the role, skills and experience required.
For an informal discussion please contact Tanya Hardy, Team Leader Central Fife - or or Sharon Serjeant, Team Leader NEF - or .
Part time salary is pro rata.
A requirement of this post is to become a member of the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (PVG) Scheme Prior to appointment.
NHS Scotland is reducing their full-time working week from 37.5 to 37 hours per week from 1 April 2024 but with no change in pay. This reduction will also be applied pro rata for part time staff. This advert and any subsequent offer/contract of employment therefore reflects the new working hours. However, as not all service areas will be able to adopt the 37 hour working week immediately from 1 April 2024, you may be required to work up to an additional 30 minutes per week for a temporary period for which you would be paid until the service you are working in changes rosters or working patterns to accommodate the new reduced working week. If you have any questions or concerns, please contact the Recruiting Board.
NHS Fife is legally obliged to ensure all its employees are legally entitled to work in the United Kingdom. If you are not a United Kingdom (UK) or Irish National, you are required to confirm your right to work in your application.
NHS Scotland is committed to encouraging equality and diversity among our workforce and eliminating unlawful discrimination. The aim is for our workforce to be truly representative and for each employee to feel respected and able to give their best. To this end, NHS Scotland welcomes applications from all sections of society.
FIFE HEALTH AND SOCIAL CARE PARTNERSHIP
STAFF NURSE COMMUNITY TREATMENT AND CARE (CTAC)
BAND 5 SN
FIFE CENTRAL
HOURS: 25.5
Due to the further development of the Community Treatment and Care (CTAC) Services and the growth of integrated hubs along with the synergy working with the Community Immunisation Service (CIS) within NHS Fife, we are delighted to be able to offer this opportunity, which has arisen within Fife Health and Social Care (H&SC) Partnership for Band 5 Staff Nurses to work within the CTAC Service.
Within this role you will provide care and treatment including wound management including doppler assessment, vaccinations, ear irrigation and a range of evolving nursing tasks, ensuring clinical care and quality standards are met. The Staff Nurse will provide safe, effective, person centred practice to meet the needs of people in Fife.
In applying for this role you will be an adult nurse, registered with the Nursing and Midwifery Council. You will have skills and experience to work within a community setting, to deliver high quality standards of care and be able to work as part of a multi-professional team. You must have flexibility, excellent communication skills, be adaptable to change and evidence continuing personal development
Please refer to the job description for more detail around the role, skills and experience required.
For an informal discussion please contact Tanya Hardy, Team Leader Central Fife - or or Sharon Serjeant, Team Leader NEF - or .
Part time salary is pro rata.
A requirement of this post is to become a member of the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (PVG) Scheme Prior to appointment.
NHS Scotland is reducing their full-time working week from 37.5 to 37 hours per week from 1 April 2024 but with no change in pay. This reduction will also be applied pro rata for part time staff. This advert and any subsequent offer/contract of employment therefore reflects the new working hours. However, as not all service areas will be able to adopt the 37 hour working week immediately from 1 April 2024, you may be required to work up to an additional 30 minutes per week for a temporary period for which you would be paid until the service you are working in changes rosters or working patterns to accommodate the new reduced working week. If you have any questions or concerns, please contact the Recruiting Board.
NHS Fife is legally obliged to ensure all its employees are legally entitled to work in the United Kingdom. If you are not a United Kingdom (UK) or Irish National, you are required to confirm your right to work in your application.
NHS Scotland is committed to encouraging equality and diversity among our workforce and eliminating unlawful discrimination. The aim is for our workforce to be truly representative and for each employee to feel respected and able to give their best. To this end, NHS Scotland welcomes applications from all sections of society.
STAFF NURSE COMMUNITY TREATMENT AND CARE (CTAC)
BAND 5 SN
FIFE CENTRAL
HOURS: 25.5
Due to the further development of the Community Treatment and Care (CTAC) Services and the growth of integrated hubs along with the synergy working with the Community Immunisation Service (CIS) within NHS Fife, we are delighted to be able to offer this opportunity, which has arisen within Fife Health and Social Care (H&SC) Partnership for Band 5 Staff Nurses to work within the CTAC Service.
Within this role you will provide care and treatment including wound management including doppler assessment, vaccinations, ear irrigation and a range of evolving nursing tasks, ensuring clinical care and quality standards are met. The Staff Nurse will provide safe, effective, person centred practice to meet the needs of people in Fife.
In applying for this role you will be an adult nurse, registered with the Nursing and Midwifery Council. You will have skills and experience to work within a community setting, to deliver high quality standards of care and be able to work as part of a multi-professional team. You must have flexibility, excellent communication skills, be adaptable to change and evidence continuing personal development
Please refer to the job description for more detail around the role, skills and experience required.
For an informal discussion please contact Tanya Hardy, Team Leader Central Fife - or or Sharon Serjeant, Team Leader NEF - or .
Part time salary is pro rata.
A requirement of this post is to become a member of the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (PVG) Scheme Prior to appointment.
NHS Scotland is reducing their full-time working week from 37.5 to 37 hours per week from 1 April 2024 but with no change in pay. This reduction will also be applied pro rata for part time staff. This advert and any subsequent offer/contract of employment therefore reflects the new working hours. However, as not all service areas will be able to adopt the 37 hour working week immediately from 1 April 2024, you may be required to work up to an additional 30 minutes per week for a temporary period for which you would be paid until the service you are working in changes rosters or working patterns to accommodate the new reduced working week. If you have any questions or concerns, please contact the Recruiting Board.
NHS Fife is legally obliged to ensure all its employees are legally entitled to work in the United Kingdom. If you are not a United Kingdom (UK) or Irish National, you are required to confirm your right to work in your application.
NHS Scotland is committed to encouraging equality and diversity among our workforce and eliminating unlawful discrimination. The aim is for our workforce to be truly representative and for each employee to feel respected and able to give their best. To this end, NHS Scotland welcomes applications from all sections of society.
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To work as a Staff Nurse in the UK, you'll need a combination of formal education, clinical skills, practical experience, and personal attributes. Here are the essential skills and qualifications required:
Educational Qualifications:
1. Nursing Degree: A Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSc) or an equivalent nursing degree is typically required.
2. Nursing Registration: You must be registered with the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) in the UK. This typically involves passing an approved nursing program and the NMC's competency tests.
Clinical Skills:
1. Patient Assessment: Ability to perform thorough assessments of patients' health and identify needs.
2. Medication Administration: Knowledge of pharmacology and the ability to safely administer medications.
3. Wound Care: Skills in managing and dressing wounds, observing for signs of infection.
4. Infection Control: Understanding infection prevention practices and how to implement them in a clinical setting.
5. Basic Life Support (BLS): Certification in BLS and other emergency response skills, such as Advanced Life Support (ALS) if applicable.
6. Clinical Procedures: Proficiency in various clinical skills specific to your area of nursing (e.g., IV insertion, catheterization).
Soft Skills:
1. Communication: Strong verbal and written communication skills to interact with patients, families, and colleagues effectively.
2. Empathy and Compassion: The ability to provide emotional support and understand patients’ perspectives.
3. Teamwork: Ability to work collaboratively within a multi-disciplinary healthcare team.
4. Problem-Solving: Strong analytical skills to identify issues and implement solutions quickly.
5. Time Management: Ability to prioritize tasks and manage time effectively in a fast-paced environment.
Additional Skills:
1. Attention to Detail: Precision in following medical procedures and documenting patient care.
2. Adaptability: Flexibility to handle changing patient situations and workloads.
3. Technical Skills: Familiarity with medical technology and electronic health records (EHR).
Continuing Professional Development:
1. Lifelong Learning: Commitment to ongoing education and training to stay current with nursing practices and policies.
Employment Considerations:
1. Experience: Many positions may require previous experience in a clinical setting, such as placements during your nursing degree.
2. Specialization: Depending on the area of nursing you wish to work in (e.g., surgical, pediatric, psychiatric), additional qualifications or experience may be necessary.
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