Community Staff Nurse inTalgarth inTalgarth PUBLISHED TUE 26 NOV 2024

Band 5: £30,420 to £37,030 a year per annum PERMANENT GOOD SALARY

END OF LIFE HOLISTIC MIDWIFERY

Powys Teaching Health Board rY3pGHrG

Holistic approach to patient care, allowing for comprehensive assessment and tailored support.

Ability to deliver skilled, autonomous nursing care in the comfort of patients' homes, enhancing their quality of life.

Focus on compassionate care promotes a supportive environment for patients and their families.

Collaboration with multidisciplinary teams and industry partners facilitates comprehensive patient care and improved outcomes.

Opportunities to work in palliative care and support patients at the end of life, providing meaningful and impactful care.

Encouragement of self-management skills in patients, empowering them to take charge of their health.

Desire for Welsh language speakers promotes inclusivity and better communication within the community.

The Community Staff Nurse role in Talgarth with Powys Teaching Health Board involves providing holistic patient care through assessment, development, implementation, and evaluation of evidence-based practices. Key responsibilities include delivering safe, autonomous nursing care in patients' homes, including palliative care, long-term condition support, self-management promotion, and wound care. The nurse will collaborate with patients, carers, and a multidisciplinary team to ensure high-quality care, and support the community nurse team leader. Candidates must be Registered Nurses, with the ability to speak Welsh being desirable. English and Welsh speakers are encouraged to apply.

The community staff nurse role would include holistic assessment of patient care needs and development, implementation and evaluation of evidence care.

Our priorities within the team focus on:

Caring with humanity, dignity, kindness and compassion
Providing safe, effective, harm-free care
Listening to patients and carers and improving the way we work
Working within the community resource team and industry partners for the benefit of patients and the population
A questioning, analytical, empowered Nursing and Midwifery workforce

The post holder will participate in the delivery of skilled, autonomous nursing care to patients within their own home. Duties include palliative care support and assessment, care at the end of life, supporting and assessing individuals and carers with long-term health conditions, promotion of self-management skills and wound care.

The post holder will be responsible for autonomous evidence based safe, delivery of care and treatments in patient homes within the community, in line with competency and training record and organisational policies, procedures and guidelines. Assessing, planning, implementing and evaluating care without direct supervision.

To work in partnership with patients, carers, to offer support, advice and promote informed choice. Working an collaborating with the multidisciplinary team to provide gold standard care. Support the role of the community nurse team leader.

The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; English and/or Welsh speakers are equally welcome to apply.

About us
The post-holder must be a Registered Nurse.

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The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome

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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.