Community Sister

Job summary

We are looking for a Band 6 Senior clinician to work 22.5 hours who is motivated to develop their clinical skills and knowledge. It is anticipated that the post holder will participate in future nurse led clinics and community assessments in relation to urgent care and virtual ward for the prevention of acute hospital admission. This will be achieved by completing the necessary courses and competencies to develop the knowledge and standards that are required i.e. The Physical Assessment and History taking course and other relevant courses as the service develops.

CAU is an integral part of the Fragility community team, and the post holder will be expected to work closely with all community teams. There will be an expectation to support our UCR colleagues on a regular basis.

We actively encourage potential applicants to contact us for informal discussions or to arrange an informal visit. Please contact Caroline Thompson Clinical Lead CAU on 02382318002

Main duties of the job

Upholding all standards as identified by the NMC including the Code of Professional conduct, Documentation and Medicines Management or equivalent according to job title. The post holder will work as an active member of the Community Frailty Team for the Fareham and Gosport Community Assessment Unit and provide a high quality, efficient and effective service to patients.

To assist in the delivery of effective and timely assessments for patients who are within the speciality of frailty. To work alongside Consultant Geriatricians, GPs with Specialist Interest, Nurses, Physiotherapists and Occupational Therapists to provide a high standard of individualised nursing care in accordance with agreed policies and utilising an evidence-based approach. To be responsible for the assessment of patients' needs and the development, implementation, and evaluation of planned treatment.

The post holder will be a Registered clinician and will continue to develop their role through the acquisition of further skills, knowledge, and competencies to be determined by the needs of the patients, the service, and the team.

Only open to current employees of Hampshire & Isle of Wight Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust

About us

Hampshire and Isle of Wight Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust is a newly established organisation, bringing together expertise from across mental health, learning disabilities, community, and physical health services. We are dedicated to delivering compassionate, high-quality, and accessible care to the diverse communities of Hampshire and the Isle of Wight.

With over 13,000 dedicated staff working across more than 300 sites, we place patients and staff at the centre of everything we do. Our goal is to create an integrated healthcare system that improves accessibility and ensures more consistent care for patients. By working together, we aim to improve patient outcomes, drive innovation, and meet the unique needs of the populations we serve.

Our Trust unites services from Southern Health, Solent NHS Trust, Isle of Wight NHS Trusts community and mental health teams, as well as Hampshire CAMHS, originally part of Sussex Partnership NHS Foundation Trust. This transformation enables us to deliver more seamless care across the region, ensuring that patients receive the right support, in the right place, at the right time.

Join us as we embark on this exciting journey to shape the future of healthcare across Hampshire and the Isle of Wight. We are deeply committed to our CARE values of compassion, accountability, respect, and excellence, and offer outstanding opportunities for career development, training, and collaborative working.

Employer details

Employer name

Hampshire and Isle of Wight Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Gosport War Memorial Hospital

Bury Road

Gosport

Hampshire

PO12 3PW

Employer's website

https://hiowhealthcare.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

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Employer details

Employer name

Hampshire and Isle of Wight Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Gosport War Memorial Hospital

Bury Road

Gosport

Hampshire

PO12 3PW

Employer's website

https://hiowhealthcare.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

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