Job summary
*Subject to Job Matching*
An excellent and exciting opportunity has arisen within our Acute and Integrated Care Community Services at East Cheshire NHS Trust. We are looking to recruit an enthusiastic, compassionate and experienced Registered Nurse to join our Hospital at Home Team, providing support the Virtual Ward and Urgent Community Response Teams, in collaboration with partners across health and social care within the East Cheshire region.
The role of the Hospital at Home Coordinator is to work with the multi- professional team contributing to the ongoing assessment, monitoring care and interventions in line with the service pathways and with advice from clinician(s). They will supervise other team members to ensure appropriate monitoring and support of the health and social care needs of patients on the Virtual Ward to prevent unnecessary hospital admission or early supported discharge. The Coordinator with be the liaison between a range of healthcare professionals, patients and their families to ensure patients receive the best care in their own homes.
Hours per week: 37.5
Main duties of the job
The Virtual Ward Coordinator will -
Lead daily MDT meetings and coordinate actions from these
Supervise junior members of the Virtual Ward Team to ensure they carry out appropriate visits and planned care for patient
Act as the liaison between a wide range of healthcare professionals
Support other teams within the organisation to engage with the Virtual Ward and understand the benefits for patients
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.
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
- NMC (Nursing & Midwifery Council) / HCPC (Health & Care Professions Council) registration
- Relevant professional Degree / Diploma
- Clinical educators / mentor / preceptor / 998 or equivalent training
- Attendance at Degree level post graduate courses relevant to specialist area or working towards this / prepared to study at this level
Desirable
- Communication training
- Management / Leadership qualification
- Working towards MSc in relevant subject e.g. frailty, advanced clinical assessment
Experience
Essential
- Proven post registration experience, some of which is in a relevant setting / associated area - for example management of long term conditions and palliative care in the community and complex patients requiring multi-professional input
- Able to demonstrate experience of assessment, care planning and care delivery within a multi-disciplinary team
- Experience of triaging within a multi-disciplinary team effectively to determine most appropriate plan for the patient
- Ability to manage time and caseload effectively
- Experience of contributing to the teaching and mentoring of staff and member of the MDT (multi-disciplinary team)
Knowledge & Skills
Essential
- Post registration knowledge which is relevant to the specialist area and evidenced by Continuous Professional Development (CPD)
- Knowledge of the Mental Capacity Act linked to care planning and person-centred care
- Knowledge of the roles different professions will bring to delivering effective and high-quality care the patient
- Knowledge and understanding of adult protection issues and Safeguarding Vulnerable Adults
- Clear understanding of health and social care services
- Good understanding of current community workforce issues
- Understanding of Information Governance / Data Protection
- Professional knowledge awareness standards
- Good knowledge of health and safety and risk management
- Knowledge of lone worker policy and its application to own role and other team members role within the community
- Broad range of clinical skills including skills assessing and interpreting acute and chronic patient conditions
- Enhanced critical thinking
- Good organisation skills with skill / experience of managing the team / resources on a day-to day basis in an unpredictable environment
- Ability to lead less experienced member of the team or colleagues
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to make appropriate decisions at all levels
- Ability to work autonomously and as part of a team
- Ability to work under pressure
- Proactive, takes own initiative
- Supportive team member
- IT skills
- Effective written and verbal skills
- Reflective practitioner
- Ability to plan and deliver key objectives within agreed time frames
Desirable
- Awareness of standardised assessments and outcome measures
- Awareness of relevant NSF's (National Service Framework) and NICE (National Institute for Health and Care Excellence) guidance clinical supervision
- Knowledge on Continuing Healthcare assessments (CHC)
- Advanced communication skills
- Ability to forward plan to meet service needs
- Ability to deal with urgent / unpredictable issues appropriately and safely
Other role requirements
Essential
- Please refer to the Job Description and Person Specification for further details
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- NMC (Nursing & Midwifery Council) / HCPC (Health & Care Professions Council) registration
- Relevant professional Degree / Diploma
- Clinical educators / mentor / preceptor / 998 or equivalent training
- Attendance at Degree level post graduate courses relevant to specialist area or working towards this / prepared to study at this level
Desirable
- Communication training
- Management / Leadership qualification
- Working towards MSc in relevant subject e.g. frailty, advanced clinical assessment
Experience
Essential
- Proven post registration experience, some of which is in a relevant setting / associated area - for example management of long term conditions and palliative care in the community and complex patients requiring multi-professional input
- Able to demonstrate experience of assessment, care planning and care delivery within a multi-disciplinary team
- Experience of triaging within a multi-disciplinary team effectively to determine most appropriate plan for the patient
- Ability to manage time and caseload effectively
- Experience of contributing to the teaching and mentoring of staff and member of the MDT (multi-disciplinary team)
Knowledge & Skills
Essential
- Post registration knowledge which is relevant to the specialist area and evidenced by Continuous Professional Development (CPD)
- Knowledge of the Mental Capacity Act linked to care planning and person-centred care
- Knowledge of the roles different professions will bring to delivering effective and high-quality care the patient
- Knowledge and understanding of adult protection issues and Safeguarding Vulnerable Adults
- Clear understanding of health and social care services
- Good understanding of current community workforce issues
- Understanding of Information Governance / Data Protection
- Professional knowledge awareness standards
- Good knowledge of health and safety and risk management
- Knowledge of lone worker policy and its application to own role and other team members role within the community
- Broad range of clinical skills including skills assessing and interpreting acute and chronic patient conditions
- Enhanced critical thinking
- Good organisation skills with skill / experience of managing the team / resources on a day-to day basis in an unpredictable environment
- Ability to lead less experienced member of the team or colleagues
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to make appropriate decisions at all levels
- Ability to work autonomously and as part of a team
- Ability to work under pressure
- Proactive, takes own initiative
- Supportive team member
- IT skills
- Effective written and verbal skills
- Reflective practitioner
- Ability to plan and deliver key objectives within agreed time frames
Desirable
- Awareness of standardised assessments and outcome measures
- Awareness of relevant NSF's (National Service Framework) and NICE (National Institute for Health and Care Excellence) guidance clinical supervision
- Knowledge on Continuing Healthcare assessments (CHC)
- Advanced communication skills
- Ability to forward plan to meet service needs
- Ability to deal with urgent / unpredictable issues appropriately and safely
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.
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).
