Community Staff Nurse - Wycombe ACHT inHigh Wycombe inHigh Wycombe PUBLISHED THU 9 JAN 2025

Band 5: £29,970 to £36,483 a year per annum (pro rata for part time) PERMANENT GOOD SALARY

CASE MANAGER CASELOAD CLINICAL PATHWAY NHS

Buckinghamshire Healthcare NHS Trust rC5juByv

The role of Community Staff Nurse - Wycombe ACHT at Buckinghamshire Healthcare NHS Trust is an opportunity for nurses looking to enhance their careers within the Wycombe Community Nursing Team. Responsibilities include collaborating with healthcare assistants and clinicians to deliver nursing care in patients' homes, promoting independence, preventing hospital admissions, and facilitating discharges. The position requires innovation and teamwork, along with a commitment to personal development and skill enhancement in community nursing. Both experienced and newly qualified nurses are encouraged to apply, with a shift pattern covering 7 days a week.

The role involves managing a personal caseload, assessing patients' needs, delivering evidence-based therapeutic interventions, and participating in service quality improvements. Additionally, the Community Staff Nurse will work closely with case managers and team members to plan care interventions and contribute to the development of clinical protocols. Applicants should have support from their line manager for internal secondment opportunities and may contact the recruitment team for assistance with the application process if needed.

Do you live in Buckinghamshire and seek an opportunity to advance your nursing career within a role that will help develop your professional decision making and skills. Why not try this new opportunity and join the Wycombe Community Nursing Team (ACHT).

The post will involve working with healthcare assistants and clinicians to provide nursing interventions to patients in their home environment, maximising their independence and providing care to avoid hospital admission as well as facilitating discharges from the acute.

You must be innovative in your approach and willing to work with other members of the integrated team and ward staff to ensure a high quality service delivery. You must be willing to develop your own knowledge and skills, you will be supported in your personal development with training to extend your community nursing skills.

Experienced and newly qualified staff nurses will be considered for the post. 7 days a week shift pattern

To contribute to processes for service and quality improvement
Assess the physical and psycho-social needs of patients and delivertherapeutic 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

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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.

If you have a disability that makes submitting this online application difficult and would like assistance, please contact us on quoting the vacancy reference number.

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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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