Community District Nurse Team Leader

Job summary

• To work as an autonomous practitioner within an integrated team, supporting the delivery of the EPUT vision of patients being seen by the right person, with the right skills at the right time.

To lead a team of mixed skill community nursing staff to manage appropriate care for patients in their own home/community setting

• To manage the complex role of Community Nurse over a defined area, with a commitment to the health improvement of individuals, families and the community.

The post holder is required to comply with all EPUT Policies and Procedures and the NMC Code.

Compliant with NMC Revalidation Requirements

The post holder is required to take responsibility for own professional development, to identify needs through annual appraisal and to maintain a Personal Development Plan

Main duties of the job

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a highly motivated and innovative Registered General Nurse to lead an integrated community nursing team under the guidance of the Modern Matron and Senior Community Lead Nurse in Castlepoint.

To lead a dedicated nursing service to include assessment, planning, treatment and delivery of nursing care in the community. This includes assessment of health needs, leading a team of staff and meeting the ever developing role of the community nurse. You will provide patient support in order to prevent unnecessary hospital admission, enabling them to stay at home where possible.

You will be responsible for the supervision, support and teaching of junior staff. You will be expected to work within the policies of the Trust and the NMC Code.

You will use a combination of skills and knowledge to identify health and nursing needs, develop strategies to promote health and independence whilst recognizing cultural beliefs and values of the individual. You will be expected to liaise closely with multi-disciplinary teams as part of collaborative working to support the case management of patients.

The successful applicant will be a 1st level nurse with 3 years community nursing experience who can demonstrate leadership and the ability to work within a changing environment, who is flexible and keen to develop as the service needs.

About us

Valuing you. Recognising your dedication. At EPUT, we look after you.

• Receive supervision and support to help you fulfil your potential.
• Join an inclusive EPUT community and connect with others through engagement events and equality or champion networks.
• If you need help, we provide mental health and wellbeing services, occupational health advice and counselling.
• We run recognition awards to recognise staff's hard work and dedication.

Benefits

• 27 days holiday, plus bank holidays, rising to 33 days after 10 years' service.
• Excellent pension of up to14.5% of your pensionable pay.
• Staff discounts include Blue Light Card, NHS discount offers, and staff benefits.
• £8K relocation package if you move to Essex to join us
• Season ticket loans are interest-free to cover the cost of travelling to and from work via tram, rail, or bus.
• Work that wraps around your needs

• Work bank: You can use the opportunity to supplement your income and develop your skills by working bank shifts.
• Flexible working: available from day one for most roles.
• Job share: Applications for job shares are welcomed.