Job summary
**This position is open to staff working at the Trust in the 'ECT Family' this includes currentEast Cheshire NHS Trust employees,both NHSP and ECT bank staff, ISS staff and volunteers at the Trust. Unfortunately, we cannot accept applications from applicants not listed within these groups.**
The Macclesfield Care Community in East Cheshire NHS Trust are looking for experienced Community Staff Nurses to undertake a 12 month secondment to work towards becoming a Community Caseload Holder.
Successful candidates will be supported in clinical practice by SPC Practice Assessors to work towards the competencies required to become effective Community Caseload Holders and apply for the Specialist Practitioner programme for District Nursing.
We're based at Waters Green Medical Centre. Our caseload consists of housebound patients and we cover a wide, semi-rural patch consisting of the market town and surrounding countryside.
This is an exciting opportunity to join our innovative team to drive forward the expansion and modernisation of community nursing service with commitment to deliver the NHS Long Term Plan. The successful candidate will work closely with the therapy team, ACPs and GPs within the centre. Travel is an essential part of this role. Please demonstrate on your application how you would meet this requirement.
Candidates who don't currently have the V150 prescribing qualification may be considered and are encouraged to apply.
Hours per week: 37.5
Main duties of the job
We welcome applications from Graduate visa holders; it is important to note that you must have a minimum of 6 months before this expires at the start of your employment for training and operational reasons.
Non-UK or Irish applicants should check their visa and this role's eligibility for sponsorship before applying. For further information please visit Visas and immigration - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk)
Please be advised we are unable to provide Skilled Worker Visa Sponsorship to non-UK residents.
To provide holistic, high quality, safe and skilled health and social care / support to patients, carers and their families
To work closely with members of the Integrated Care Team to provide rapid and planned expert professional assessment and treatment interventions for patients in their own homes or other community settings, putting patients at the centre of their care and enabling patients to maximise their independence, health and wellbeing and remain in their own homes for as long as possible
To be responsible /manage individual and team caseload of patients and carry continuing responsibility for the assessment of care needs, the development, implementation and evaluation of care programmes.
To provide leadership and support across the care community team demonstrating emotional intelligence to recognise pressures of self and team
About us
We are committed to providing the best quality integrated care to our patients. To achieve this aim we need highly motivated staff who are united by common values and behaviours.
We believe our workforce is our greatest asset and we actively support our staff to develop their capabilities to the full, with a variety of learning and development opportunities.
Whether you are just starting out in your career or are looking to use your skills and experience in a new role, East Cheshire NHS Trust is the right employer for you. We look forward to you joining us so that we can bring out your best.
Please be aware that this post requires an Enhanced DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) check with barred lists, the cost of which is payable by the successful candidate. If you have lived or worked abroad for 6 months or more in the last 5 years you will need to obtain an overseas police clearance. Further information can be found on the additional information links at the bottom of the advert.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please read the attached Applicant Pack prior to completing your application form to find out more information.
Please download a copy of the Job Description and Person Specification located under the Supporting documents heading to read more about the advertised role.
As part of making your application we encourage you to review the Trusts Careers webpage Careers :: East Cheshire NHS Trust for more information about working for East Cheshire NHS Trust.
We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome all applications irrespective of age, disability, gender, sexual orientation, race or religion. The Trust is a Disability Confident Leader and as such, applicants with disabilities will be offered an interview providing they meet the minimum criteria for the post (outlined in the Person Specification).
We understand that some applicants may choose to use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to assist in preparing their application. While this is not discouraged, it is essential to personalise this information, particularly your supporting information section as these tools cannot fully grasp the context or requirements of the job youre applying for. We kindly remind candidates that all submissions must be truthful and accurately reflect your own experiences and suitability for this role. Personal integrity and authenticity are central to our recruitment process and being a member of East Cheshire NHS Trust.
Applicants are advised to apply early as we reserve the right to close the advert prior to the advertised closing date should we receive a large number of applications.
We look forward to receiving your application.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please read the attached Applicant Pack prior to completing your application form to find out more information.
Please download a copy of the Job Description and Person Specification located under the Supporting documents heading to read more about the advertised role.
As part of making your application we encourage you to review the Trusts Careers webpage Careers :: East Cheshire NHS Trust for more information about working for East Cheshire NHS Trust.
We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome all applications irrespective of age, disability, gender, sexual orientation, race or religion. The Trust is a Disability Confident Leader and as such, applicants with disabilities will be offered an interview providing they meet the minimum criteria for the post (outlined in the Person Specification).
We understand that some applicants may choose to use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to assist in preparing their application. While this is not discouraged, it is essential to personalise this information, particularly your supporting information section as these tools cannot fully grasp the context or requirements of the job youre applying for. We kindly remind candidates that all submissions must be truthful and accurately reflect your own experiences and suitability for this role. Personal integrity and authenticity are central to our recruitment process and being a member of East Cheshire NHS Trust.
Applicants are advised to apply early as we reserve the right to close the advert prior to the advertised closing date should we receive a large number of applications.
We look forward to receiving your application.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Nurse
- Specialist Nursing Practice (District Nursing) Degree or equivalent experience (and be willing to undertake/complete training within 2 years of commencing in post )
- Community Nurse Prescribing (V150)
- Mentor/Preceptor/998 or equivalent
Desirable
- Management/leadership Qualification
- Working towards MSc (Master of Science) in relevant subject
- Post registration qualifications eg palliative care, care of the elderly, wound care, continence or other relevant qualifications
- Clinical examination skills
Knowledge & Skills
Essential
- Demonstratable experience at band 5 with either community experience or transferable skills
- Evidence of clinical knowledge relevant to the post with knowledge of care planning
- Experience of teaching others
- Advocate of multidisciplinary working
- Knowledge and understanding of Adult protection issues and Safeguarding Vulnerable Adults
- Clear understanding of health and social care services
- Good understanding of current nursing workforce issues
- Understanding of Information Governance / Data Protection
- Professional knowledge awareness (Nursing and Midwifery Council) standards
- Can demonstrate experience of assessment, care planning and care delivery
- Further relevant training eg palliative care, wound care, elderly care, diabetes
- Broad range of clinical skills including skills for assessing and interpreting acute and chronic patient conditions
- Ability to lead junior colleagues
Desirable
- Band 6 level experience in relevant setting
- Management of a team
- Awareness of standardised assessments and outcome measures
- Awareness of relevant NSF's and NICE guidance Clinical supervision
- Undertake Continuing Health Care (CHC) assessment (SKILL)
- Competencies in a range of relevant skills
- Ability to forward plan to meet service needs
- Ability to deal with urgent / unpredictable issues appropriately and safely
Experience
Essential
- Relevant experience / placements to the role including assessment and management of long term conditions, palliative care conditions and wound care
- Ability to manage time and caseload effectively
- Provision of support and direction to learner nurses, Health Care Support workers, Assistant Practitioners and new starters
Other Role Requirements
Essential
- Please refer to the Job Description and Person Specification for further details
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Nurse
- Specialist Nursing Practice (District Nursing) Degree or equivalent experience (and be willing to undertake/complete training within 2 years of commencing in post )
- Community Nurse Prescribing (V150)
- Mentor/Preceptor/998 or equivalent
Desirable
- Management/leadership Qualification
- Working towards MSc (Master of Science) in relevant subject
- Post registration qualifications eg palliative care, care of the elderly, wound care, continence or other relevant qualifications
- Clinical examination skills
Knowledge & Skills
Essential
- Demonstratable experience at band 5 with either community experience or transferable skills
- Evidence of clinical knowledge relevant to the post with knowledge of care planning
- Experience of teaching others
- Advocate of multidisciplinary working
- Knowledge and understanding of Adult protection issues and Safeguarding Vulnerable Adults
- Clear understanding of health and social care services
- Good understanding of current nursing workforce issues
- Understanding of Information Governance / Data Protection
- Professional knowledge awareness (Nursing and Midwifery Council) standards
- Can demonstrate experience of assessment, care planning and care delivery
- Further relevant training eg palliative care, wound care, elderly care, diabetes
- Broad range of clinical skills including skills for assessing and interpreting acute and chronic patient conditions
- Ability to lead junior colleagues
Desirable
- Band 6 level experience in relevant setting
- Management of a team
- Awareness of standardised assessments and outcome measures
- Awareness of relevant NSF's and NICE guidance Clinical supervision
- Undertake Continuing Health Care (CHC) assessment (SKILL)
- Competencies in a range of relevant skills
- Ability to forward plan to meet service needs
- Ability to deal with urgent / unpredictable issues appropriately and safely
Experience
Essential
- Relevant experience / placements to the role including assessment and management of long term conditions, palliative care conditions and wound care
- Ability to manage time and caseload effectively
- Provision of support and direction to learner nurses, Health Care Support workers, Assistant Practitioners and new starters
Other Role Requirements
Essential
- Please refer to the Job Description and Person Specification for further details
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).
