Job summary
The
Community Urgent Care Team (CUCT) provides a comprehensive 24/7 health and
social care triage service to patients and/or their carers/relatives with the
aim of averting the need for hospital admission or early hospital discharge.
This
includes assessing complex and specialist needs in order to develop, implement
and evaluate the appropriate programmes of care and wherever possible,
supporting individuals to remain in a community setting whether it be their own
home, a residential home or nursing home.
The CUCT will continue to be involved with the individuals programme of
care for up to 7 days if required.
Please note that Care Plus Group are not currently
registered to sponsor applicants from outside the EU and EEA.
Main duties of the job
Senior Urgent Care Practitioner
Community Urgent Care Team
Westgate Park, Charlton Street, Grimsby
37.5 hours a week, working on a rota of 12 hour shifts; including weekdays, nights, weekends and bank holidays
Fixed term until 30/08/2025 (with possibility of extension)
Salary Range 6
£35,527-£42,663 pro rata per annum
The post holder will assess complex and specialist needs in order
to develop, implement and evaluate programmes of care and supporting
individuals to remain in community settings, their own home, residential or nursing home. Providing a first point of contact/triage for patients
with undifferentiated and undiagnosed health problems. Working predominantly in an
autonomous and independent manner and will assess, exam diagnosis and implement
a plan of treatment which may include follow up, discharge or referral
to other health care professionals.
This exciting
and challenging role offers the opportunity to provide high
quality patient focused clinical care in the community. You
will be responsible for health assessments including exacerbations,
undifferentiated and undiagnosed of acute and chronic conditions. You will
develop an understanding and application of social assessments in crisis. Good communication skills are essential to
support collaborative working within the team and alternative agencies
within health and social care. Community experience is
desirable, although training can be offered to
those with a wide range of transferable skills and experience.
About us
Care Plus Group is an employee owned Social Enterprise, established
in 2011 to deliver NHS community health and social care services and employ
over 800 people. A key feature of our organisation is the positive culture we
have developed which is based on valuing, trusting, engagement, and involvement
of our staff. We consistently deliver high quality innovative services across NE
Lincolnshire, reflected in an ongoing above 95% customer satisfaction feedback.
Our services have received national recognition/commendations and Awards
including winning a national HSJ award in November 2021. We hold the
highest possible standard of ISO accreditation and are committed to reducing
our carbon footprint. We offer excellent terms and conditions including
optional membership to a contributory pension scheme, Independent Provider
closed access to the NHS pension scheme, lease cars, a full induction programme
and an extensive range of CPD/development opportunities. We recognise
continuous service from partner Health and Care organisations for the purposes
of annual leave entitlement. We are a supportive employer and operate in a way
which supports family friendly and flexible working. CPG is an equal opportunities employer,
committed to safeguarding the welfare of vulnerable adults and expect the same
commitment from all staff and volunteers. As a Disability Confident employer,
we will interview all disabled candidates who meet the essential criteria.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The job description is
attached as a separate document with the person specification please refer to
this for more information.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The job description is
attached as a separate document with the person specification please refer to
this for more information.
Person Specification
Knowledge & Skills
Essential
- Effective communication skills written and verbal
- Acute clinical assessment and examination skills.
- Ability to work on own initiative with strong organisational skills.
- Ability to receive complex and varied information and to determine the correct course of action.
- Systematic approach to work and ability to prioritise and manage time effectively
- Ability to work collaboratively with other teams and agencies
- Ability to maintain confidentiality
- Prepared to undertake further continuing professional development
- Effective keyboard and computer skills
- Be able to demonstrate tact and diplomacy particularly when faced with difficult situations
- Knowledge and understanding of policies and regulations relating to health and social care in the community
- Knowledge of clinical governance including risk assessment and management.
- Understanding of the philosophy of IUCT and the integration of Health and Social Care service delivery.
- Understanding of quality indicators utilised within a community setting
- Understanding the use of professional reflection and the importance of appraisals and supervision
- Clear decision making but know when to consult
- Demonstrated the ability to establish and maintain communication with individuals/ groups regarding difficult or complex matters
- Ability to plan, deliver and evaluate programmes of care
Desirable
- Leadership skills
- Ability to develop clinical policies/protocols
- Ability to demonstrate innovative ways to achieve patient centred care
Experience
Essential
- Minimum of 3 years experience working directly with patients/clients in a relevant clinical field
- Experience of either triage and long-term conditions
- Experience of mentorship and supervision of staff
Desirable
- Worked as part of an integrated health and social care team
- Experience of audit
Other
Essential
- Ability to demonstrate commitment to CPG core values
- Effective Team Player
- Ability to work in a demanding environment
- Ability to transport self and others around the area
Qualifications
Essential
- RN Adult/ Paramedic -
- current NMC/ HCPC registrations
- Educated to degree level or equivalent in a relevant subject -Autonomous Practitioner or Specialist Community Practitioner
Desirable
- Minor illness qualification
- Diploma in COPD/Diabetes
Person Specification
Knowledge & Skills
Essential
- Effective communication skills written and verbal
- Acute clinical assessment and examination skills.
- Ability to work on own initiative with strong organisational skills.
- Ability to receive complex and varied information and to determine the correct course of action.
- Systematic approach to work and ability to prioritise and manage time effectively
- Ability to work collaboratively with other teams and agencies
- Ability to maintain confidentiality
- Prepared to undertake further continuing professional development
- Effective keyboard and computer skills
- Be able to demonstrate tact and diplomacy particularly when faced with difficult situations
- Knowledge and understanding of policies and regulations relating to health and social care in the community
- Knowledge of clinical governance including risk assessment and management.
- Understanding of the philosophy of IUCT and the integration of Health and Social Care service delivery.
- Understanding of quality indicators utilised within a community setting
- Understanding the use of professional reflection and the importance of appraisals and supervision
- Clear decision making but know when to consult
- Demonstrated the ability to establish and maintain communication with individuals/ groups regarding difficult or complex matters
- Ability to plan, deliver and evaluate programmes of care
Desirable
- Leadership skills
- Ability to develop clinical policies/protocols
- Ability to demonstrate innovative ways to achieve patient centred care
Experience
Essential
- Minimum of 3 years experience working directly with patients/clients in a relevant clinical field
- Experience of either triage and long-term conditions
- Experience of mentorship and supervision of staff
Desirable
- Worked as part of an integrated health and social care team
- Experience of audit
Other
Essential
- Ability to demonstrate commitment to CPG core values
- Effective Team Player
- Ability to work in a demanding environment
- Ability to transport self and others around the area
Qualifications
Essential
- RN Adult/ Paramedic -
- current NMC/ HCPC registrations
- Educated to degree level or equivalent in a relevant subject -Autonomous Practitioner or Specialist Community Practitioner
Desirable
- Minor illness qualification
- Diploma in COPD/Diabetes
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 (opens in a new window).
Additional information
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 (opens in a new window).
