Community Staff Nurse - Evening & Overnight inDenton inDenton PUBLISHED WED 6 NOV 2024

Band 5: £29,970 to £36,483 a year Pro rata per annum PERMANENT GOOD SALARY

24-HOUR MULTI-DISCIPLINARY NHS

Tameside and Glossop Integrated Care NHS Foundation Trust rWccFGRm

The role of Community Staff Nurse - Evening & Overnight at Tameside and Glossop Integrated Care NHS Foundation Trust involves providing compassionate community care across the five neighbourhoods of Tameside. This part-time position operates within a 24-hour service, requiring flexibility to work across localities based on service needs. The post holder will assess patient care requirements, develop care programs, and ensure compliance with clinical standards while working as part of a multi-disciplinary team. Newly qualified nurses will benefit from an induction and preceptorship program, and the role includes supervising and supporting junior staff and providing educational guidance to learners and unregistered personnel.

Candidates should be self-motivated with a passion for community healthcare and must demonstrate the necessary qualifications, skills, and experience as outlined in the person specification. Overall, this position is geared towards individuals looking to make a meaningful impact in community nursing.

Community Staff Nurse Evening & Overnight Band 5 Part time

Our service works across the 5 neighbourhoods of Tameside. You will have the support of our induction facilitator alongside a 'buddy'. Newly qualified will also undertake a preceptorship programme. This is a 24 hour service & the role may require you to work across the localities as a service need requirement.

If you are a self-motivated, individual with a passion for community care, this could be the position for you.

The post holder will work within a Multi-Disciplinary Team in the Community and after period of induction will be responsible for the assessment of patient care needs and development, implementation and evaluation of programmes of care, both for a specific group of clients as the named care provider and in supporting the care of all client groups within the community. You will act in accordance with locally agreed standards of care and ensure that clinical procedures are correctly carried out. As an experienced nurse and as appropriate, you will co-ordinate the case load in the absence of the team/senior lead ensuring that effective communication is maintained at all times, providing support for junior staff within the team. You will pay a key role in the supervision and assessment of pre and post basic learners and unregistered staff providing a teaching role and acting as named supervisor.

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The person specification below is not the full person specification, but outlines the criteria against which your application form will be assessed.

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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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