Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen to recruit an enthusiastic and motivated NMC Registered Band 7 Nurse to join our innovative Care Home Intensive Support Team (CHIST).
CHIST provides Nursing and Occupational Therapy staff for targeted, time limited support to specified care homes as prioritised through our local system escalation processes and this role is to be embedded in an aim to enhance the overall care which is delivered by the CHIST Service.
You will have specialist clinical skills in Nursing to enhance the health and wellbeing of care home residents providing hands on clinical support, advice and guidance based on resident's needs.
You must have a desire to work collaboratively with patients and key partners to facilitate the best possible patient experience and outcomes. If you are interested in making a difference to patients and families and possess excellent communication, organisational skills and a flexible approach then we would like to hear from you.
The role is community-based with remote working and you will be required to meet travel demands of the role by working across the county in care homes registered with Staffordshire County Council.
Main duties of the job
As a Clinical Lead Nurse joining our service you will be expected to provide support and advice with personalised care planning, nutritional advice/ signposting and navigating links with other Health and Social Care services.
As part of this role you will also be expected to:
- You will have excellent interpersonal and communication skills and an ability to quickly develop effective relationships with care home staff.
- You willundertake tasks concerning the day-to-day organisation and operation of the team, working with the AHP Clinical Lead as required.
- You will be skilled in risk management and demonstrate clinical leadership skills with an ability to prioritise the support needed in a care home and escalate any issues appropriately.
- You will be required to promote effective team working in care homes and have a willingness to share your experiences and knowledge with others, in accordance with evidence-based practice.
About us
As well as all the excellent NHS Benefits including a generous pension scheme and annual leave entitlement we also offer:
- Full support for new employees including a full induction.
- Career progression opportunities with full support and guidance.
- Competitive mileage. 0.59p per mile (up to 10,000 miles)
- Lease car options are available following successful probationary period. (terms and conditions apply)
- Up to 27 days annual leave (increasing with service up to 33 days) and the opportunity to purchase additional leave.
MPFT welcomes people awaiting NMC registration, individual's returning to practice, and international applications for those who meet the person specification and have evidence of written and spoken English Language (English Test pass - OET or IELTS).
We are proud to be a diverse and inclusive organisation and there is a choice of staff networks that help you meet like-minded people.
Please be aware that the use of artificial intelligence (AI) in completing application forms will be monitored to ensure fairness and transparency. If you have used AI you must state this in your application.
Please note, we may be required to close this vacancy early if we receive a high volume of applications
Job description
Job responsibilities
This is a dynamic post that requires the post holder to work closely with the multi-disciplinary teams / agencies in addressing a range of complex care / issues, preventing unnecessary hospital admissions and improving the health and wellbeing of the population served. The nature of the service will be determined by local service specifications.
For full details regarding this role please see attached full Job Description and Person Specification.
Job description
Job responsibilities
This is a dynamic post that requires the post holder to work closely with the multi-disciplinary teams / agencies in addressing a range of complex care / issues, preventing unnecessary hospital admissions and improving the health and wellbeing of the population served. The nature of the service will be determined by local service specifications.
For full details regarding this role please see attached full Job Description and Person Specification.
Person Specification
Qualifications & Training
Essential
- Degree in nursing or equivalent
- Registration with NMC
- Post Graduate studies in relevant nursing field such as end of life care, long term conditions/palliative care or related/relevant subject
- Mentorship qualification (998-997)
Desirable
- Modules at Masters level
- Evidence of further clinical study
Experience
Essential
- Relevant experience to the role including knowledge and management of long term conditions
- Ability to manage time and workload of both the team and self effectively
- Working in a multidisciplinary team
- To have knowledge and experience working within both nursing and residential care setting
Desirable
- To be able to negotiate and manage conflict in clinical situations
- To be able to lead and supporting staff
- To be able support in service improvement
Skills, Knowledge & Abilities
Essential
- Evidence of specialist clinical knowledge relevant to the post
- Understanding of Information Governance, Data Protection, NMC standards and Safeguarding Vulnerable Adults
- To have highly specialised clinical skills in a wide range of nursing knowledge to enhance the health & wellbeing of care home residents
- Awareness of current guidance in relation to Covid 19, outbreaks and infection prevention
- To have advanced skills in risk management & have an ability to prioritise the support needed in a care home and escalate any issues appropriately
- Awareness of relevant national policy and guidance
- Basic IT skills
- To be committed to evidence practice, to have excellent clinical leadership skills & be willing to take on additional responsibilities essential to the ongoing development of the team
Desirable
- Understanding of wider NHS agenda and its application to the local context
- Understanding/knowledge of the governance and regulatory frameworks pertinent to care homes
Person Specification
Qualifications & Training
Essential
- Degree in nursing or equivalent
- Registration with NMC
- Post Graduate studies in relevant nursing field such as end of life care, long term conditions/palliative care or related/relevant subject
- Mentorship qualification (998-997)
Desirable
- Modules at Masters level
- Evidence of further clinical study
Experience
Essential
- Relevant experience to the role including knowledge and management of long term conditions
- Ability to manage time and workload of both the team and self effectively
- Working in a multidisciplinary team
- To have knowledge and experience working within both nursing and residential care setting
Desirable
- To be able to negotiate and manage conflict in clinical situations
- To be able to lead and supporting staff
- To be able support in service improvement
Skills, Knowledge & Abilities
Essential
- Evidence of specialist clinical knowledge relevant to the post
- Understanding of Information Governance, Data Protection, NMC standards and Safeguarding Vulnerable Adults
- To have highly specialised clinical skills in a wide range of nursing knowledge to enhance the health & wellbeing of care home residents
- Awareness of current guidance in relation to Covid 19, outbreaks and infection prevention
- To have advanced skills in risk management & have an ability to prioritise the support needed in a care home and escalate any issues appropriately
- Awareness of relevant national policy and guidance
- Basic IT skills
- To be committed to evidence practice, to have excellent clinical leadership skills & be willing to take on additional responsibilities essential to the ongoing development of the team
Desirable
- Understanding of wider NHS agenda and its application to the local context
- Understanding/knowledge of the governance and regulatory frameworks pertinent to care homes
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).
