Band 5: £29,970 to £36,483 a year per annum (pro rata for part time)
PERMANENT GOOD SALARY
CASE MANAGER CASELOAD CLINICAL PATHWAY HOLISTIC NHS WEEKEND
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The role of Community Staff Nurse at Buckinghamshire Healthcare NHS Trust in Marlow involves providing complex, holistic care to patients in their homes. The position is open to both newly qualified nurses and those looking for a career change, offering part-time or full-time opportunities along with comprehensive skills development and preceptorship. Community nurses will manage their own caseloads, assess patients’ physical and psycho-social needs, and collaborate with case managers and team members to plan and deliver effective interventions.
Key responsibilities include participating in service and quality improvement processes, engaging in referral management, and contributing to clinical protocols and guidelines. The role requires flexibility to participate in weekend and 7-day working rotas, emphasizing the importance of delivering patient-centered care in the community setting.
Key responsibilities include participating in service and quality improvement processes, engaging in referral management, and contributing to clinical protocols and guidelines. The role requires flexibility to participate in weekend and 7-day working rotas, emphasizing the importance of delivering patient-centered care in the community setting.
Do you want the privilege of caring for patients in their own homes to deliver increasingly complex, holistic care? If yes, community nursing may be the right career choice for you. We are able to offer part-time or full-time roles along with a full skills development and preceptorship programme.
All levels of experience are welcome in community nursing. Whether you are newly qualified or looking for a change in direction, we would welcome your application for this exciting opportunity to join the community nursing workforce. As a community nurse, you would be supported to develop into an autonomous practitioner; nursing patients with multiple complex health care needs in their own home.
- To contribute to processes for service and quality improvement
- Assess the physical and psycho-social needs of patients and deliver therapeutic interventions based on best available evidence in order to improve health outcomes.
- To manage own case load, delivering and evaluating service delivery to patients with a variety of medical conditions and those delegated by case managers.
- To plan interventions with the Case Manager and other team members using the common assessment process
- To take part in the referral management process to ensure patients are treated by the most appropriate member of the team/service
- To contribute to the development of protocols and procedures developed for clinical pathways
- Assist in the development of case management protocols and guidelines within their own area of professional practice
- Participate in weekend rotas / 7 day working rotas
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For a comprehensive list of responsibilities and duties, please kindly refer to the Job Description and Person Specification by downloading the JD and PS attachment in the advert.
If you are an internal applicant there is the option for secondment, all applicants must have the endorsement/support of their line manager prior to application.
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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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