Community Staff Nurse - Dermot Murphy inManchester inManchester PUBLISHED
WED 22 JAN 2025
Opportunity to work in a pioneering and integrated health and social care system, impacting the lives of community members positively.
Access to a friendly and supportive work environment that fosters professional growth and development.
The potential to work in a modern, purpose-built facility with beautiful grounds, providing a pleasant workplace atmosphere.
Involvement in delivering flexible, person-centred care, helping to create a 'home from home' atmosphere for patients.
Engagement with a diverse and complex patient population, enhancing clinical skills and experience.
Collaboration with a range of interdisciplinary teams, promoting collaborative working and shared learning.
Access to a robust infrastructure for professional development, research, and innovation opportunities within a major academic Research Centre.
The Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a Community Staff Nurse for the Dermot Murphy Unit in South Manchester. This role involves working within a nurse-led facility that provides continuing healthcare for 22 residents with complex physical health needs, including those recovering from brain injuries or living with progressive diseases. Candidates should possess excellent communication skills and a proactive attitude towards nursing in order to help deliver person-centered care in a supportive and home-like environment.
The position offers a rewarding work experience within a larger integrated health and social care system, requiring flexibility for weekend, bank holiday shifts, and night rotations. The Trust emphasises collaborative practice, professional development opportunities, and a commitment to sustainability in healthcare, providing a robust framework for career growth and involvement in research and innovation initiatives. Interested applicants are encouraged to arrange informal visits to learn more about the role and environment.
The position offers a rewarding work experience within a larger integrated health and social care system, requiring flexibility for weekend, bank holiday shifts, and night rotations. The Trust emphasises collaborative practice, professional development opportunities, and a commitment to sustainability in healthcare, providing a robust framework for career growth and involvement in research and innovation initiatives. Interested applicants are encouraged to arrange informal visits to learn more about the role and environment.
We are Manchester Local Care Organisation - an exciting, new public sector organisation that is bringing together NHS community health services and social care services in the city. We’re driven by the aim of improving the health of local people in Manchester by working across organisational boundaries.
The first health and social care staff have been deployed to us from April 2and are now starting to work in new ways across the city. Our teams work as one in the neighbourhoods they serve – delivering and designing services in partnership with local people. We also provide key services that work across wider localities and city-wide. We believe that our pioneering approach will make a massive difference to the health of people in our city and we are looking for you to join our team and help us do this.
The Dermot Murphy Unit is based in the M20 locality of South Manchester close to the Metro and Bus links. Built in its own beautiful grounds, this modern and purpose built unit has its own parking provided.
The unit is a Continuing Healthcare nurse led facility, which accommodates 22 residents with complex and unpredictable physical healthcare needs e.g. following and acquired brain injury or a diagnosis of a progressive neurological, respiratory, cardiac or renal disease. We are able to care for patients in need of complex airway or feeding regimes, up to and including full invasive ventilation.
The accommodation and environment are designed to deliver flexible and person centred care for each person and we aim to create a “home from home” atmosphere for all our patients. We employ our own chef and social event coordinator which enable our patients to live life to the maximum.
We are now recruiting band 5 staff nurses and are looking for individuals who have excellent communication skills and an enthusiastic approach to nursing.
In return we can offer you a rewarding and friendly environment to work within and support you in developing your role
We welcome informal visits
This post does require weekend and bank holiday working as well as internal rotation onto nights
MFT is one of the largest NHS Trusts in England with a turnover of £2.8bn & is on a different scale than most other NHS Trusts. We’re creating an exceptional integrated health & social care system for the 1 million patients who rely on our services every year.
Bringing together 10 hospitals & community services from across Manchester, Trafford & beyond, we champion collaborative working & transformation, encouraging our 30,000 workforce to pursue their most ambitious goals. We set standards that other Trusts seek to emulate so you’ll benefit from a scale of opportunity that is nothing short of extraordinary.
We’ve also created a digitally enabled organisation to improve clinical quality, patient & staff experience, operational effectiveness & driving research, and innovation through the introduction of Hive; our Electronic Patient Record system which launched in September 2022.
We’re proud to be a major academic Research Centre & Education provider, providing you with a robust infrastructure to encourage and facilitate high-quality research programmes. What’s more, we’re excited to be embarking on our Green Plan which sets out how MFT continues to play its part in making healthcare more sustainable.
At MFT, we create and foster a culture of inclusion and belonging, provide equal opportunities for career development that are fair, open, and transparent, protecting your health and wellbeing and shaping the future of our organisation together.
For further details / informal visits contact: Name: Amanda Hull Job title: Manager Email address: Telephone number:
The first health and social care staff have been deployed to us from April 2and are now starting to work in new ways across the city. Our teams work as one in the neighbourhoods they serve – delivering and designing services in partnership with local people. We also provide key services that work across wider localities and city-wide. We believe that our pioneering approach will make a massive difference to the health of people in our city and we are looking for you to join our team and help us do this.
The Dermot Murphy Unit is based in the M20 locality of South Manchester close to the Metro and Bus links. Built in its own beautiful grounds, this modern and purpose built unit has its own parking provided.
The unit is a Continuing Healthcare nurse led facility, which accommodates 22 residents with complex and unpredictable physical healthcare needs e.g. following and acquired brain injury or a diagnosis of a progressive neurological, respiratory, cardiac or renal disease. We are able to care for patients in need of complex airway or feeding regimes, up to and including full invasive ventilation.
The accommodation and environment are designed to deliver flexible and person centred care for each person and we aim to create a “home from home” atmosphere for all our patients. We employ our own chef and social event coordinator which enable our patients to live life to the maximum.
We are now recruiting band 5 staff nurses and are looking for individuals who have excellent communication skills and an enthusiastic approach to nursing.
In return we can offer you a rewarding and friendly environment to work within and support you in developing your role
We welcome informal visits
This post does require weekend and bank holiday working as well as internal rotation onto nights
MFT is one of the largest NHS Trusts in England with a turnover of £2.8bn & is on a different scale than most other NHS Trusts. We’re creating an exceptional integrated health & social care system for the 1 million patients who rely on our services every year.
Bringing together 10 hospitals & community services from across Manchester, Trafford & beyond, we champion collaborative working & transformation, encouraging our 30,000 workforce to pursue their most ambitious goals. We set standards that other Trusts seek to emulate so you’ll benefit from a scale of opportunity that is nothing short of extraordinary.
We’ve also created a digitally enabled organisation to improve clinical quality, patient & staff experience, operational effectiveness & driving research, and innovation through the introduction of Hive; our Electronic Patient Record system which launched in September 2022.
We’re proud to be a major academic Research Centre & Education provider, providing you with a robust infrastructure to encourage and facilitate high-quality research programmes. What’s more, we’re excited to be embarking on our Green Plan which sets out how MFT continues to play its part in making healthcare more sustainable.
At MFT, we create and foster a culture of inclusion and belonging, provide equal opportunities for career development that are fair, open, and transparent, protecting your health and wellbeing and shaping the future of our organisation together.
For further details / informal visits contact: Name: Amanda Hull Job title: Manager Email address: Telephone number:
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To work as a Community Staff Nurse in the UK, you will need a combination of clinical skills, interpersonal skills, and knowledge. Here are the key skills and qualifications often required:
Clinical Skills
1. Nursing Knowledge: A sound understanding of nursing principles and practices, particularly in community health.
2. Assessment Skills: Ability to assess patients' physical and mental health needs effectively.
3. Medication Management: Knowledge of pharmacology and the ability to administer medications safely.
4. Wound Care: Proficiency in managing and dressing wounds appropriately.
5. Chronic Disease Management: Skills for managing conditions such as diabetes, heart disease, and respiratory problems.
6. Health Promotion: Ability to educate and promote healthy lifestyle choices to patients.
7. IV Therapy: Competency in administering intravenous treatments, if applicable.
8. Palliative Care: Understanding of end-of-life care and support for patients and families.
Interpersonal Skills
1. Communication Skills: Effective verbal and written communication with patients, families, and healthcare teams.
2. Empathy and Compassion: Strong interpersonal skills to support patients emotionally and psychologically.
3. Teamwork: Ability to work collaboratively with other healthcare professionals, including doctors, social workers, and specialists.
4. Cultural Competence: Understanding and respecting diverse backgrounds and beliefs of patients.
5. Conflict Resolution: Skills to manage and resolve conflicts or difficult situations.
Organizational Skills
1. Time Management: Ability to prioritize tasks and manage a demanding workload efficiently.
2. Patient Record Keeping: Proficiency in maintaining accurate and confidential patient records.
3. Case Management: Skills in coordinating different aspects of patient care and liaising with multiple services.
Technical Skills
1. IT Proficiency: Familiarity with electronic health records and other healthcare technologies.
2. Data Analysis: Ability to interpret and analyze patient data to inform care decisions.
Education and Qualifications
1. Registered Nurse Status: You must be a registered nurse with the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) in the UK.
2. Specialized Training: Additional training in community nursing, wound care, palliative care, or other relevant areas can be beneficial.
3. Experience: Previous clinical experience in a healthcare setting, particularly in community or primary care, is often preferred.
Personal Qualities
1. Resilience: Ability to cope with the emotional demands of nursing and community work.
2. Flexibility: Willingness to adapt to different working environments and roles.
3. Problem-Solving Skills: Ability to think critically and make decisions in complex situations.
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