Job summary
As a Community
Nurse working in Runcorn and Widnes you will be integral to the care of the
patients during their time with Bridgewater Community Trust.The Trust is focused on
supporting the Community and helping patients remain independent in their own
home. You will actively support the District Nursing team by undertaking
responsibility for a delegated caseload. Undertake the assessment, planning and
evaluation of patients care needs. Liaise with the District Nurse team to
ensure information sharing in relation to patient care / changes to care plan
and the continuity of care and reviewing of complex care packages. You will liaise
with all health care professionals and other agencies to ensure effective
service delivery.
By
joining this Trust you will be coming to work in a supportive and friendly
environment, with a team that are forward thinking and proactive. They are a
welcoming and friendly team.
There is Trust training available for you to
access including catheterisation, wound care, DRE Training and Insulin
administration for example. The Trust
would support you to attend the Trust Induction and well as provide local
induction.
Main duties of the job
What youll be responsible for
Promoting the health
and wellbeing within the family unit and community as a whole.
Performing comprehensive
assessment of patient nursing needs as the named nurse.
Plan, assess and
evaluate programmes of care according to changing health needs under the
direction of the District Nurse.
To support the team leader in the co-ordination
of complex and continuing care packages.
Maintain accurate records in accordance with
NMC.
Attend a multi-disciplinary case conference as
the named nurse if appropriate.
To communicate and
collaborate with other members of the PHCT, voluntary and statutory
organisations to support individual patient care.
To establish and
maintain effective communication with patients, relatives and carers in complex
and potentially challenging situations.
To competently
perform clinical skills related to the post.
To be professionally
responsible for a delegated caseload under the supervision of the District
Nurse.
To assess health
needs at individual, practice and community level.
To undertake chronic
disease management reviews using appropriate template.
To work without direct supervision
The role will involve, but not be limited to you performing the
above.
About us
Here at NHS Professionals, we run England's largest NHS staff bank and are experts at putting people in places to care. Every year we help thousands of dedicated and highly skilled NHS workers enjoy better career opportunities, more flexible shifts, and a healthier work-life balance across our partnered Trusts.
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Job description
Job responsibilities
Job Title: Registered Nurse Bridgewater Community
Trust Location: Runcorn and Widnes
Pay Rates: £14.92, £19.40, £23.88 +
Holiday
Shift Patterns: Days, Nights,
Weekends & Bank Holidays
As a Community
Nurse working in Runcorn and Widnes you will be integral to the care of the
patients during their time with Bridgewater Community Trust.The Trust is focused on
supporting the Community and helping patients remain independent in their own
home. You will actively support the District Nursing team by undertaking
responsibility for a delegated caseload. Undertake the assessment, planning and
evaluation of patients care needs. Liaise with the District Nurse team to
ensure information sharing in relation to patient care / changes to care plan
and the continuity of care and reviewing of complex care packages. You will liaise
with all health care professionals and other agencies to ensure effective
service delivery.
By
joining this Trust you will be coming to work in a supportive and friendly
environment, with a team that are forward thinking and proactive. They are a
welcoming and friendly team.
There is Trust training available for you to
access including catheterisation, wound care, DRE Training and Insulin
administration for example. The Trust
would support you to attend the Trust Induction and well as provide local
induction.
Youll receive the following benefits:
First choice
of shifts or placements at your Trust access before they are made available to agency
Wellbeing
incentives take advantage of
the wellbeing hub
Competitive
pay rates work this week, get paid
next week
Manage your
shifts and timesheets on the go access
your My Bank shift portal anywhere, anytime online or through your
smartphone
Essential
support when you need it 24/7 365 days Call us anytime
Multi-locational - work across neighbouring Trusts
Varied
working options to suit your lifestyle access to the Bank gives you options of ad hoc shifts or fixed
term placements
Training
and development opportunities
Build
holiday allowance for every shift you work
Stakeholder
pension scheme available
What youll be responsible for
Promoting the health
and wellbeing within the family unit and community as a whole.
Performing comprehensive
assessment of patient nursing needs as the named nurse.
Plan, assess and
evaluate programmes of care according to changing health needs under the
direction of the District Nurse.
To support the team leader in the co-ordination
of complex and continuing care packages.
Maintain accurate records in accordance with
NMC.
Attend a multi-disciplinary case conference as
the named nurse if appropriate.
To communicate and
collaborate with other members of the PHCT, voluntary and statutory
organisations to support individual patient care.
To establish and
maintain effective communication with patients, relatives and carers in complex
and potentially challenging situations.
To competently
perform clinical skills related to the post.
To be professionally
responsible for a delegated caseload under the supervision of the District
Nurse.
To assess health
needs at individual, practice and community level.
To undertake chronic
disease management reviews using appropriate template.
To work without direct supervision
The role will involve, but not be limited to you performing the
above.
Youll need to have the following qualification/experience:
A minimum
of 6 months paid experience in a community nursing environment within a Community
Trust in the last 3 years
Comply with
NMC Professional Registration and keep up to date with current nursing
practices
Ensure
accurate records are kept in accordance with CHS policy and NMC guidelines
Undertake
regular mandatory training
*Depending on the Trust, you may require variable additional
certification and skills.
Who are NHS Professionals?
We are NHS Professionals (NHSP), working together to care for
patients in the NHS. Providing you with the power to decide when, how, and
where you want to work. Supporting your lifestyle and making you feel part of
the team and community.
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By joining us you can look forward to a choice of flexible Bank
shifts across any of our client Trusts in England, as well as the ability to
develop professionally and gain experience in several wards or areas.
Disclaimer
Please note, you will be contacted by email throughout the
recruitment process, so please check your emails, including your junk/spam
regularly. We regret we cannot contact everyone who is not selected for an
interview, therefore if you do not hear from us within 21 days after submitting
your application, please assume you have not been successful on this occasion.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
Experience
Essential
- A minimum of 6 months paid experience in a community nursing environment within a Community Trust in the last 3 years
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website .
Employer details
Employer name
NHS Professionals Limited
Address
Appleton Village and Newtown Surguries
Widness
WA8 6DZ