Job summary
The Dementia Nurse/ Advisor will provide support and clinical knowledge to ward staff in relation to Dementia care management. Act as a resource to Trust staff and other professionals who deliver care to the patient. Ensure standards are in line with the NICE guidelines, National, regional and Trust Dementia Strategy.
Main duties of the job
The Dementia Nurse/ Advisor will support the completion of the Dementia screening and ensure that the Multidisciplinary teams understand the rationale for the screening in the Trust in line with the indicators highlighted in the previous National CQUIN. Support and complete holistic person-centred nursing assessments on patients within North West Anglia NHS Foundation Trust. Support the complex needs of carers through ongoing assessment of health and wellbeing working closely with the Trust Carers advisor, other partner organisations such as Age UK, Caring Together, Alzheimer's Society and the Admiral Nurse service. Provide training education/support to the Dementia Specialist Nurse and facilitate appropriate education/training on Dementia aspects of care. Work with the members of the Patient Safety Team to aim to provide harm free care for all patients.
About us
We are dedicated to fostering diversity and inclusivity within our workforce and warmly welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, with a particular emphasis on encouraging those from disabled, Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) communities, as well as candidates from our local area.
As part of our commitment to supporting our employees we offer a range of benefits including:
- Generous annual leave entitlement starting at 27 days and increasing to 29 days after five years of service and 33 days after 10 years of service, in addition to the national Bank Holidays (pro-rata for part time staff);
- Membership of the NHS Pension Scheme:
- Flexible working opportunities;
- Enhanced hourly rates for unsociable hours e.g. night shifts, weekends, bank holidays;
- Opportunities for career development and training to help you progress in your role;
- Wellbeing support and activities to promote a healthy work environment;
- Access to our in-house physiotherapy service;
- On-site canteens offering subsidised meals;
- Subsidised staff parking (currently free);
- Free Stagecoach Bus Travel to and from work within Cambridgeshire and Peterborough
We strive to create a supportive and inclusive workplace where employees feel valued and empowered to excel in their roles. Join us and become part of a team dedicated to making a positive difference in our community.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see attached detailed Job Description and Person Specification for more information regarding this role.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see attached detailed Job Description and Person Specification for more information regarding this role.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Nurse with the NMC/Registered AHP
- Evidence of Continuing Professional Development
Desirable
- Post registration teaching and assessing qualification or equivalent
- Degree level education or relevant experience
Experience
Essential
- Minimum 2 years registration experience required
- Experience of Dementia/Delirium within the acute care setting
- Experience of teaching and assessing in clinical practice
Desirable
- Experience of participating/undertaking audits
- Experience as a mentor
Skills
Essential
- Knowledge of the current Dementia National and NICE guidelines
- Person-centred holistic assessments
- Assertiveness, influencing and interpersonal skills with the ability to make critical decisions
- Ability to work autonomously whilst within a team
- Presentation skills and ability to contribute to the development, delivery and evaluation of training programmes
Desirable
- Computer skills in word and excel
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Nurse with the NMC/Registered AHP
- Evidence of Continuing Professional Development
Desirable
- Post registration teaching and assessing qualification or equivalent
- Degree level education or relevant experience
Experience
Essential
- Minimum 2 years registration experience required
- Experience of Dementia/Delirium within the acute care setting
- Experience of teaching and assessing in clinical practice
Desirable
- Experience of participating/undertaking audits
- Experience as a mentor
Skills
Essential
- Knowledge of the current Dementia National and NICE guidelines
- Person-centred holistic assessments
- Assertiveness, influencing and interpersonal skills with the ability to make critical decisions
- Ability to work autonomously whilst within a team
- Presentation skills and ability to contribute to the development, delivery and evaluation of training programmes
Desirable
- Computer skills in word and excel
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
