Job summary
We are looking for enthusiastic and motivated Community Staff Nurse to join the community IV Team.The post-holder is responsible for providing the ongoing nursing care for patients requiring Intravenous (IV) therapy and supporting the virtual ward in the community.
The post-holder will carry out all forms of clinical care associated with IV therapy and assessment of care needs including the individual development, implementation and evaluation of programmes of care for patients.
Main duties of the job
The successful candidate will provide nursing care to patients within their own homes and in clinic settings.
You must have effective communication and interpersonal skills, be prepared to work flexibly and collaboratively to meet the needs of the service and demonstrate a willingness to extend and develop your existing skills. In return, we will offer you development opportunities, clinical supervision and mentorship support and deliver a formal induction programme.
This role falls under the Government mandatory requirement of vaccination against coronavirus. Unless you are medically exempt, the Trust will be required to ensure that you are fully vaccinated against Covid-19. To be considered for this role you must be able to evidence that you have received both doses of the coronavirus vaccination or that you are medically exempt.
About us
At the Dudley Group our patients and staff are at the heart of all that we do and that is to provide a world class service that aligns with our vision of "excellent health care, improved health for all". We are seeking to recruit staff who share our vision and values of making Dudley Group an incredible workplace.
As part of the NHS People Promise, your wellbeing is our priority, and we are committed to ensuring our employees achieve a healthy work-life balance supported by our flexible working options and by making reasonable adjustments where possible. We believe no-one should have to sacrifice family, friends, or their personal interests for work. We are a modern employer able to attract and retain high quality staff through our commitment to the NHS People Promise.
As an employer, we foster an inclusive environment where everyone feels valued, supported, and empowered to contribute their best. We want to ensure that our workforce is representative of the population we serve. More information - inclusive practice people promise.
Dudley Group offer many opportunities for our staff to develop and grow within their roles through our Learning & OD Team. These include topics such as communication, wellbeing, team development, cultural competency, and values.
Please click below to view our EDI page: Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion - The Dudley Group NHS Foundation Trust (dgft.nhs.uk)
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please refer to the attached job description for full details of the main duties and responsibilities that the post holder is required to undertake.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please refer to the attached job description for full details of the main duties and responsibilities that the post holder is required to undertake.
Person Specification
Qualifications & Education
Essential
- First level registered Nurse
- Evidence of undertaking a recognised course of study in teaching and assessing, or mentorship
- Educated to degree level or demonstrate experience of operating at this level
- Evidence of professional development and regular study since qualification
Desirable
- Evidence of Independent Nurse Prescribing Qualification (V300)
Knowledge and Training
Essential
- Evidence of completion of recognised IV administration programme and associated competencies
- Evidence of completion of a development programme
- Evidence of current competence in Intravenous Therapy administration
Desirable
- Knowledge of effective people management practices
- Knowledge of relevant interventions
- Evidence of advanced clinical assessment course
- Knowledge of relevant interventions
- Knowledge of clinical audit and effectiveness systems
- Knowledge of current clinical development, evidence-based practices and professional issues affecting nursing
Experience
Essential
- Experience of regularly managing a team of staff and other resources during shifts, within the acute setting
- Demonstrates up-to-date evidence based clinical trends in relation to IV Therapy in Community Nursing
Desirable
- Developed and implemented safe systems of work to ensure health and safety of staff, patients and visitors
- Commitment to evidence-based practice
Communication & Relationship Skills
Essential
- Skilled practitioner who can act as a role model
- Demonstrates respect for patient dignity
- Honest and trustworthy
- Ability to work within a team and develop others
- Evidence of having developed team working skills
- Demonstrates attention to detail
- Experience of close liaison with members of multidisciplinary team
- Able to cope with distressing or emotional circumstances
- Effective communication skills, verbal and written
Desirable
- Evidence of having implemented team work practices
- Keen to develop own skills and develop nursing practice
Analytical & Judgement Skills
Essential
- Able to work flexibly, eg internal rotation
- Ability to demonstrate negotiating and influencing skills
Desirable
- Understanding of leadership theory and practice
Planning & Organisational Skills
Essential
- Able to cope with some unpredictable work patterns and changing circumstances
Desirable
Equality, Diversity, Inclusion and Trust Values
Essential
- Able toprovidesafe,caring,and effectiveservices
- Values and behaviours that reflect the Trust values of Care, Respect and Responsibility
- Commitment to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace that is free from discrimination and where people feel they belong, and their contribution is valued
Person Specification
Qualifications & Education
Essential
- First level registered Nurse
- Evidence of undertaking a recognised course of study in teaching and assessing, or mentorship
- Educated to degree level or demonstrate experience of operating at this level
- Evidence of professional development and regular study since qualification
Desirable
- Evidence of Independent Nurse Prescribing Qualification (V300)
Knowledge and Training
Essential
- Evidence of completion of recognised IV administration programme and associated competencies
- Evidence of completion of a development programme
- Evidence of current competence in Intravenous Therapy administration
Desirable
- Knowledge of effective people management practices
- Knowledge of relevant interventions
- Evidence of advanced clinical assessment course
- Knowledge of relevant interventions
- Knowledge of clinical audit and effectiveness systems
- Knowledge of current clinical development, evidence-based practices and professional issues affecting nursing
Experience
Essential
- Experience of regularly managing a team of staff and other resources during shifts, within the acute setting
- Demonstrates up-to-date evidence based clinical trends in relation to IV Therapy in Community Nursing
Desirable
- Developed and implemented safe systems of work to ensure health and safety of staff, patients and visitors
- Commitment to evidence-based practice
Communication & Relationship Skills
Essential
- Skilled practitioner who can act as a role model
- Demonstrates respect for patient dignity
- Honest and trustworthy
- Ability to work within a team and develop others
- Evidence of having developed team working skills
- Demonstrates attention to detail
- Experience of close liaison with members of multidisciplinary team
- Able to cope with distressing or emotional circumstances
- Effective communication skills, verbal and written
Desirable
- Evidence of having implemented team work practices
- Keen to develop own skills and develop nursing practice
Analytical & Judgement Skills
Essential
- Able to work flexibly, eg internal rotation
- Ability to demonstrate negotiating and influencing skills
Desirable
- Understanding of leadership theory and practice
Planning & Organisational Skills
Essential
- Able to cope with some unpredictable work patterns and changing circumstances
Desirable
Equality, Diversity, Inclusion and Trust Values
Essential
- Able toprovidesafe,caring,and effectiveservices
- Values and behaviours that reflect the Trust values of Care, Respect and Responsibility
- Commitment to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace that is free from discrimination and where people feel they belong, and their contribution is valued
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).
