Staff Nurse inDunfermline inDunfermline PUBLISHED 8 JUN 2024
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NHS Scotland is committed to encouraging equality and diversity among our workforce and eliminating unlawful discrimination.
ICASS (Integrated Community Assessment & Support Service) has the overall aim of improving the quality of care and outcomes for older people with the intention of allowing them to remain independent within their own homes or communities. A key aspect of the role is supporting the patient flow through the health system by facilitating early supported discharges from the acute hospitals and also by preventing admission to hospital. This will be done by providing nursing interventions to patients on the caseload, and also by taking on a key worker and generic assessor role within the team.This post sits within the West Division with the main base being Dunfermline, however work will at times be required across sites.
You should have excellent communication skills, be able to demonstrate sound clinical skills required for the role, decision/ reasoning skills, and good time management/organisational skills. You should be able demonstrate person centered care, have good understanding of Rehabilitation and Multidisciplinary working and have a good understanding of the local community and resources. In order to meet the challenges of this evolving service, you need to have a genuine interest in caring for patients in their own home and a flexible approach to working in the community is essential.
This post involves flexibility to work over a 7 day period.
An orientation programme will be available to support you. You will also be involved in supervision and performance management of support staff. To meet the challenges of this evolving service, you need to have a genuine interest in caring for patients in their own home and a flexible approach to working in the community is essential.
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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.
ICASS (Integrated Community Assessment & Support Service) has the overall aim of improving the quality of care and outcomes for older people with the intention of allowing them to remain independent within their own homes or communities. A key aspect of the role is supporting the patient flow through the health system by facilitating early supported discharges from the acute hospitals and also by preventing admission to hospital. This will be done by providing nursing interventions to patients on the caseload, and also by taking on a key worker and generic assessor role within the team.
This post sits within the West Division with the main base being Dunfermline, however work will at times be required across sites.
You should have excellent communication skills, be able to demonstrate sound clinical skills required for the role, decision/ reasoning skills, and good time management/organisational skills. You should be able demonstrate person centered care, have good understanding of Rehabilitation and Multidisciplinary working and have a good understanding of the local community and resources. In order to meet the challenges of this evolving service, you need to have a genuine interest in caring for patients in their own home and a flexible approach to working in the community is essential.
This post involves flexibility to work over a 7 day period.
An orientation programme will be available to support you. You will also be involved in supervision and performance management of support staff. To meet the challenges of this evolving service, you need to have a genuine interest in caring for patients in their own home and a flexible approach to working in the community is essential.
Informal Enquiries:
Donna Pettigrew Senior Nurse on
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.
This post sits within the West Division with the main base being Dunfermline, however work will at times be required across sites.
You should have excellent communication skills, be able to demonstrate sound clinical skills required for the role, decision/ reasoning skills, and good time management/organisational skills. You should be able demonstrate person centered care, have good understanding of Rehabilitation and Multidisciplinary working and have a good understanding of the local community and resources. In order to meet the challenges of this evolving service, you need to have a genuine interest in caring for patients in their own home and a flexible approach to working in the community is essential.
This post involves flexibility to work over a 7 day period.
An orientation programme will be available to support you. You will also be involved in supervision and performance management of support staff. To meet the challenges of this evolving service, you need to have a genuine interest in caring for patients in their own home and a flexible approach to working in the community is essential.
Informal Enquiries:
Donna Pettigrew Senior Nurse on
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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