Community Staff Nurse - Health Visiting inHereford inHereford PUBLISHED MON 11 DEC 2023

Band 5: £29,970 to £36,483 a year pa, pro rata FIXEDTERM
NHS VEHICLE

Wye Valley NHS Trust rwUvmkuo

To view role requirements and role responsibilities in full, please view supporting documents linked to this vacancy.

Our Health Visiting teams are seeking a Registered Nurse to support the delivery of the Healthy Child Programme 0 - 5 years to the children, young people and families of Herefordshire. We currently have one part time, fixed term (2 years) post available based within the WBC Hereford City Team.

You will be based in a locality, and will work as a key member of the Health Visiting teams in that area. You will gain experience in working in the community, in partnership with children, young people, families, primary care, early years settings and other partner agencies.

Health Visiting has lots of development opportunities and there may be opportunity where available in the future to undertake the Specialist Community and Public Health Nursing training to be a fully qualified Health Visitor.

You must be able to drive and have access toa vehicle for work.

Participate in health education programmes and health promotion activities for the 0-5 service.
Manage own workload as part of the team under supervision of the Health Visitor.
Actively participate in the monitoring of children's health needs including undertaking the Child Health Review assessment for Children Looked After, as required by the Local Authority to assess the health and well-being of children living in foster care placements.
To provide advice and information to parents who are new to the area regarding the Health Visiting offer and sign post to partner agencies as required. Also, to carry out baseline health assessments to include weight and height.
Review the A+E attendances that come into the service and follow up with parents/carers any A+E attendances and give advice as per the Health Visiting standard. Refer any children that are enhanced and attended A+E to the named Health Visitor.
Provide information to parents/carers on the immunisations Programme and to liaise with GP surgeries to identify children who have not yet received their immunisations to help and support families with the uptake of their children's immunisations as per the schedule.
Work closely with the relevant professionals in searching for and identifying health needs within the practice population and support the development of services in response to the identified needs.

To view role requirements and role responsibilities in full, please view supporting documents linked to this vacancy.

You must be able to drive and have access toa vehicle for work.

Participate in health education programmes and health promotion activities for the 0-5 service.
Manage own workload as part of the team under supervision of the Health Visitor.
Actively participate in the monitoring of children's health needs including undertaking the Child Health Review assessment for Children Looked After, as required by the Local Authority to assess the health and well-being of children living in foster care placements.
To provide advice and information to parents who are new to the area regarding the Health Visiting offer and sign post to partner agencies as required. Also, to carry out baseline health assessments to include weight and height.
Review the A+E attendances that come into the service and follow up with parents/carers any A+E attendances and give advice as per the Health Visiting standard. Refer any children that are enhanced and attended A+E to the named Health Visitor.
Provide information to parents/carers on the immunisations Programme and to liaise with GP surgeries to identify children who have not yet received their immunisations to help and support families with the uptake of their children's immunisations as per the schedule.
Work closely with the relevant professionals in searching for and identifying health needs within the practice population and support the development of services in response to the identified needs.

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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.