The post holder will be responsible for patient assessments, developing individual care plans, and ensuring high-quality nursing care in alignment with established standards. They are expected to engage in ongoing professional development through relevant training and courses, promoting evidence-based practices while adhering to the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) standards. Candidates are encouraged to discuss the role informally with the Clinical Lead, with a strong emphasis on an inclusive and accessible recruitment process. Flexible working options are available as part of the interview discussions.
We are looking for a Band 6 Senior clinician to work 22.5 hours who is motivated to develop their clinical skills and knowledge. It is anticipated that the post holder will participate in future nurse led clinics and community assessments in relation to urgent care and virtual ward for the prevention of acute hospital admission. This will be achieved by completing the necessary courses and competencies to develop the knowledge and standards that are required i.e. The Physical Assessment and History taking course and other relevant courses as the service develops.
CAU is an integral part of the Fragility community team, and the post holder will be expected to work closely with all community teams. There will be an expectation to support our UCR colleagues on a regular basis.
We actively encourage potential applicants to contact us for informal discussions or to arrange an informal visit. Please contact Caroline Thompson Clinical Lead CAU on 02382318002
Open only to applicants from Hampshire & Isle of Wight NHS system, which is limited to: Hampshire and Isle of Wight ICB, Hampshire & Isle of Wight Healthcare FT, Portsmouth Hospitals University NHS Trust, University Hospital Southampton FT, South Central Ambulance Service or Hampshire Hospitals FT.
Upholding all standards as identified by the NMC including the Code of Professional conduct, Documentation and Medicines Management or equivalent according to job title. The post holder will work as an active member of the Community Frailty Team for the Fareham and Gosport Community Assessment Unit and provide a high quality, efficient and effective service to patients.
To assist in the delivery of effective and timely assessments for patients who are within the speciality of frailty. To work alongside Consultant Geriatricians, GPs with Specialist Interest, Nurses, Physiotherapists and Occupational Therapists to provide a high standard of individualised nursing care in accordance with agreed policies and utilising an evidence-based approach. To be responsible for the assessment of patients' needs and the development, implementation, and evaluation of planned treatment.
The post holder will be a Registered clinician and will continue to develop their role through the acquisition of further skills, knowledge, and competencies to be determined by the needs of the patients, the service, and the team.
Only open to current employees of Hampshire & Isle of Wight Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust
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Further information about the Trust and this role can be found on the Job Description and Person Specification document attached. It is important to us that we ensure our recruitment processes are accessible and inclusive to everyone - if as a potential candidate you are concerned a person specification may prevent or restrict your application for employment as a result of unintentional barriers on the grounds of your sex, race, age, sexual orientation, religion/belief or disability please initially contact the Trust's Recruitment team - detailed in the advert. The Trust will seek to resolve this issue wherever possible.
We are happy to talk Flexible Working - all requests for flexible working options can be discussed as part of the interview process.
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