Job summary
Dorset HealthCare are looking for experienced nurses and paramedics to join our Urgent Care Service as a Senior Clinical Advisor based at our site in St. Leonards on a full and part time basis.
Are you passionate about patient care and looking for a role with less physical demands and more flexible hours?
We are looking for professionals with a broad clinical knowledge & ability to make autonomous clinical decisions across a wide range of clinical presentations of all age groups.
Then the role of Senior Clinical Advisor is for you with 24/7 rotas, enhanced shift allowance for evenings, weekends and public holidays and full comprehensive training package provided to obtain your Pathways Clinical Consultation System (PaCCS) licence.
The Clinical Assessment Service is vitally important - providing a 24/7 telephone and online service, ensuring that urgent care needs are responded to and managed to the most appropriate pathway.
We offer a range of working hours - Out of hours working is required, evenings, nights and weekends available.
Please see Section 2, Agenda for Change Framework for enhanced shift details.
Applications from candidates that require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are unfortunately ineligible to apply for this position
Main duties of the job
As an NHS 111 Senior Clinical Advisor, you will be part of a team of clinicians providing visible clinical support to our Health Advisors and wider clinical teams during hours of operation. Leading by example as an effective Clinician when on shift is essential within this role.
Calls will be directed to you when patients require clinical advice, by using a combination of your clinical experience and our PaCCS software, you'll ensure the patient receives the most suitable treatment tailored to their needs. Treatment can range from self-care and advice to referring patients to other services.
You will actively promote and contribute to a performance culture in relation to the 111 and Integrated Urgent Care service and all other clinical services provided by the organisation.
You will:
Harness your wealth of healthcare experience to assess and lead patients to the correct health outcome, providing the most appropriate advice and treatment, based on their assessment
Work quickly and accurately with resilience under pressure
Record data quickly and accurately on the computer
Essential:
Registered nurses or paramedics with at least 2 years' experience preferably in a pre-hospital, primary care or ED setting
Evidence of undertaking regular update training and continuous personal/professional development
High levels of motivation and a passion for delivering quality patient care
An ability to adapt to a new and challenging setting
About us
At Dorset HealthCare we're on a mission to empower people to make the most of their lives through our outstanding, joined-up healthcare services. We're a dynamic, forward looking Trust, running 12 community hospitals, specialist inpatient facilities and a wide range of integrated community and mental health services for a population of almost 800,000 people.
We do things differently here - it's one of the reasons the CQC rated us 'outstanding' in 2019. It's also why 95% of patients across our services say they have a good or very good experience of our services and 89% of staff feel they can really make a difference. Whether you're looking to work with us in one of our bustling market towns, vibrant urban locations, thriving seaside spots, or among the rolling hills of Dorset, there are lots ofways you can make a difference in our communities.
Our 7,000-strong workforce is at the heart of what we do and our success is a testament to our brilliant people. We're all about building a workplace for the future, we believe in equal opportunities and we celebrate diversity. We're an inclusive workplace, where everyone is welcome, everyone can be authentic, and we are all encouraged to be the best version of ourselves.
Working with us you'll be part of a strong team, challenge yourself, build a career, and teach us what we don't know. And you'll be working towards our vision to be better every day through excellence, compassion and expertise in all we do.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For the main duties and responsibilities for this role please read the attached job description and person specification. When completing your application please ensure your supporting statement reflects the criteria set out in these documents by showing how your experience and skills apply to this post.
Employment in this post requires an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, which the Trust will cover the cost of. Applicants who subscribe to the DBS update service are able to present a valid DBS certificate instead of requiring a new check.
Dorset HealthCare is in partnership withThe Princes Trustto support people getting into work, as part of this partnership, we offer an employability service to support individuals between 16-30 years old with application writing, interview skills and other employment support. Please contact dhc.wideningparticipation@nhs.net to access the support.
Recommend a friend or family member and earn cash!
Do you have a friend or family member you would recommend joining us? Or do you know someone who wants to return to practice in the NHS? If the person you refer is appointed by the Trust and completes their probationary period, you will receive £500 reward payment for the introduction! Please contact the recruitment team if you require further info!
Relocation
If you are interested in moving to Dorset we also offer a generousrelocationpackage of up to £10,000. For further details onrelocationexpenses please emaildhc.careers@nhs.net
Job description
Job responsibilities
For the main duties and responsibilities for this role please read the attached job description and person specification. When completing your application please ensure your supporting statement reflects the criteria set out in these documents by showing how your experience and skills apply to this post.
Employment in this post requires an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, which the Trust will cover the cost of. Applicants who subscribe to the DBS update service are able to present a valid DBS certificate instead of requiring a new check.
Dorset HealthCare is in partnership withThe Princes Trustto support people getting into work, as part of this partnership, we offer an employability service to support individuals between 16-30 years old with application writing, interview skills and other employment support. Please contact dhc.wideningparticipation@nhs.net to access the support.
Recommend a friend or family member and earn cash!
Do you have a friend or family member you would recommend joining us? Or do you know someone who wants to return to practice in the NHS? If the person you refer is appointed by the Trust and completes their probationary period, you will receive £500 reward payment for the introduction! Please contact the recruitment team if you require further info!
Relocation
If you are interested in moving to Dorset we also offer a generousrelocationpackage of up to £10,000. For further details onrelocationexpenses please emaildhc.careers@nhs.net
Person Specification
Educational Requirements
Essential
- Registered Nurse - Level 1 sub part 1 with current NMC registration / registered paramedic/emergency care practitioner with current HPC registration
- Evidence of continuous professional development
- Willingness to undertake and successfully complete training for NHS Pathways (must also be able to meet minimum threshold of 200 calls per month, required to maintain proficiency in Pathways)
Desirable
- Teaching/Training qualifications such as ENB 998 or equivalent
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working in a primary care environment, A&E, MAU / EAU or other first contact setting
- Experience of having provided mentorship and/or coaching to other staff
Desirable
- Experience of working in a telephone triage / assessment environment
- Experience of having participated in service improvement activities including audit and research
Skills, knowledge, ability
Essential
- Excellent broad base and relevant clinical knowledge
- Comprehensive knowledge of NHS environment and health agenda (national & local)
- Excellent communication, listening and interpersonal skills
- Demonstrates reflective and critical thinking skills
- Able to work autonomously and of part of a team
- Able to work effectively under pressure whilst maintaining a high level of accuracy and attention to detail
Desirable
- Awareness of mental health, child protection, and safeguarding vulnerable adults issues
- Knowledge of service improvement activities including audit, research, reflective practice
Personal qualities/attributes
Essential
- Self-motivated with ability to support and enthuse others
- Adaptable / flexible
- Demonstrates commitment to the delivery of high quality patient focused services
- Ability to interact with people from a diverse cultural and social background. Ability to develop effective working relationships with colleagues and the public.
- Committed to high quality patient care and patient experience
Person Specification
Educational Requirements
Essential
- Registered Nurse - Level 1 sub part 1 with current NMC registration / registered paramedic/emergency care practitioner with current HPC registration
- Evidence of continuous professional development
- Willingness to undertake and successfully complete training for NHS Pathways (must also be able to meet minimum threshold of 200 calls per month, required to maintain proficiency in Pathways)
Desirable
- Teaching/Training qualifications such as ENB 998 or equivalent
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working in a primary care environment, A&E, MAU / EAU or other first contact setting
- Experience of having provided mentorship and/or coaching to other staff
Desirable
- Experience of working in a telephone triage / assessment environment
- Experience of having participated in service improvement activities including audit and research
Skills, knowledge, ability
Essential
- Excellent broad base and relevant clinical knowledge
- Comprehensive knowledge of NHS environment and health agenda (national & local)
- Excellent communication, listening and interpersonal skills
- Demonstrates reflective and critical thinking skills
- Able to work autonomously and of part of a team
- Able to work effectively under pressure whilst maintaining a high level of accuracy and attention to detail
Desirable
- Awareness of mental health, child protection, and safeguarding vulnerable adults issues
- Knowledge of service improvement activities including audit, research, reflective practice
Personal qualities/attributes
Essential
- Self-motivated with ability to support and enthuse others
- Adaptable / flexible
- Demonstrates commitment to the delivery of high quality patient focused services
- Ability to interact with people from a diverse cultural and social background. Ability to develop effective working relationships with colleagues and the public.
- Committed to high quality patient care and patient experience
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).
