Job summary
1 x 20 hours per week
An
exciting opportunity is available for a Staff Nurse to join our Supportive Care
at Home Team
The service
covers the whole of Barnsley providing both night & day support to patients
that meet FastTrack criteria & are approaching end of life. Working
alongside other agencies this enables patients to remain in their preferred
place of end of life care
The role
consists of coordinating the service, directly assessing & supporting
complex patients, their families/carers within their own home, liaising with
wider Neighbourhood Nursing, Urgent Community Response & Specialist
Palliative Care teams
The team is passionate about holistic person-centred care delivery &
has an excellent reputation within the organisation for care that is provides
to our patient, relatives/carers. Your
excellent communication skills will enable a seamless plan of care for patient
working together with the ICS & other members of the multi-disciplinary
team
The
team is committed to personal development, training & wellbeing
Main duties of the job
As Staff Nurse
within our Supportive Care at Home Team you will work alongside the coordinator
and take part in assessment, planning of care, intervention &
communications with other professionals where needed.
Successful
candidates will maintain high
quality effective nursing care in the community as part of the wider integrated
care team.
Enthusiasm
and the ability to use your own initiative are essential, along with good
written and verbal communication skills and the ability to manage your time
effectively.
You
will need the ability to work both as part of a team and as a lone worker,
along with the use of a vehicle to undertake any necessary travel in connection
with the duties of the post.
You will also
undertake on weekend call duty for the service on a rota basis. In addition,
the role will also undertake delegation of work and supervision of junior
members of the team.
All employees of
the Trust are strongly encouraged to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 to
protect patients.
About us
We
are a specialist NHS Foundation Trust that provides community, mental health
and learning disability services for the people of Barnsley, Calderdale,
Kirklees and Wakefield. We also provide low and medium secure services and are
the lead for the west Yorkshire secure provider collaborative.
Our mission is
to help people reach their potential and live well in their communities, we do this
by providing high-quality care in the right place at the right time. We employ
staff in both clinical and non-clinical services who work hard to make a
difference to the lives of service users, families and carers.
We encourage
and welcome applications from all protected characteristic groups, we value
diversity and want our workforce to be reflective of our communities.
Being
a foundation Trust means were accountable to our
members, who can have a say in how were run. Around 14,300 local people
(including staff) are members of our Trust.
Join
us and you will be one of over 4,500 staff committed to supporting and improving
the mental, physical and social needs of the thousands of people we meet and
help each year.
We
are committed
to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and
vulnerable adults and expects all colleagues and volunteers to share this
commitment.
We do reserve to right to close vacancy before the advertised closing date if necessary, so please apply as soon as possible.
Job description
Job responsibilities
JOB SUMMARY
Undertake duties under the supervision of the Supportive Care Coordinator, delivering skilled nursing care over a 24 hours period.
Deliver evidence based planned care, which is safe, effective, in a manner which is caring, compassionate and person centred, enabling individuals to remain in their own home.
Adapt and provide a wide range of nursing care for people suffering from a life limiting illness in their own homes.
Be accountable for assessing, planning, implementing and evaluating care for patients, reporting and escalating relevant information to appropriate health and social care professionals.
Work in in an integrated and partnership way with primary, secondary, social care, the independent and voluntary sector and others to improve the health and care of individuals, families and communities, particularly the most vulnerable.
Undertake and maintain the required statutory, mandatory and core training and preparation to meet the specific clinical needs of the service.
- Participate with the training of learners and participate in staff inductions where appropriate.
- Delegate work to other staff members within the team.
- Establish good working relationships with the Primary Health Care Teams
KEY RESULT AREAS:
1.1 Core duties and responsibilities:
- Act as the named nurse under the supervision of the Supportive Care at Home Coordinator. This includes the first and continuing assessment, planning, implementing and evaluation of care given to individuals in their own homes.
- In the absence of the service coordinator, manage the caseload and the Supportive Care at Home Team, monitoring standards of care and deploying and supervising team members as appropriate.
- Participate in the planning and delivery of packages of care, including liaison with other health professionals and statutory and voluntary agencies to deliver skilled nursing care and support any changes.
- Record all patient contacts and activities accurately and contemporaneously maintaining accurate records and statistical returns as required by the Trust including entering data onto the Trusts systems within the required timeframes.
Advise patients on health promotion issues in order to achieve pre-determined local and
national health targets.
- To be a skilled communicator establishing and maintaining excellent relationships with members of the Primary Health Care Team and other Health and Social Care professionals, initiating referrals where appropriate to ensure adequate support for patients and carers.
- Advise patients on health promotion issues in order to achieve pre-determined local and national health targets.
- Act as a mentor for HCA and students and participate in all aspects and levels of training in order to consolidate theoretical and practical teaching of staff and learners.
- To have knowledge of and be able to effectively use available resources.
- To participate in clinical supervision on a regular basis with a designated person.
- To carry out duties in a skilled and competent manner in order to provide an appropriate level of skilled nursing care to clients in the community.
- Demonstrate a range of clinical skills that supports high quality person-centred care for the caseload population in a variety of community settings.
- Contribute to the delivery of person centred care plans by the Supportive Care at Home team ensuring regular evaluation of care and develop systems to support staff interventions and care quality.
- Work collaboratively with others to identify individuals who would benefit from technology, with ongoing support and management.
- Work in partnership with individuals, formal and informal carers and other services to promote the concept of self-care and patient-led care where possible, providing appropriate education and support to maximise the individuals independence and understanding of their condition(s) in achieving their health outcomes.
- Lead and foster a culture of openness and recognition of duty of candour in which each team member is valued, supported and developed, inspiring a shared purpose to support the delivery of high quality effective care.
- Contribute to the development, collation, monitoring and evaluation of data relating to service improvement and development, quality assurance, quality improvement and governance, reporting incidents and developments related to community nursing ensuring that learning from these, where appropriate, is disseminated to a wider audience to improve patient care.
- To be aware of and act in accordance with Trust Clinical Standards and Guidelines and the NMC Code of Conduct and Guidelines maintaining competency and attending training as appropriate.
- Where the person is a Nurse Prescriber: prescribe medication and appliances for patients via independent and supplementary prescribing arrangements, and within the scope of practice.
1.2 Communication with others:
- Patients, their carers and families.
- Colleagues within the larger team to provide workload cover and professional support.
- The Caseload Holder, Lead Nurse and management team, to provide managerial support and advice in the problem solving process, and to facilitate professional development.
- The Specialist Palliative Care team - to provide clinical leadership and guidance
- A whole system relationships approach across health and social care providers and the independent sector. Demonstrating both vertical and horizontal integrated working and develops effective relationships with other service providers where appropriate.
For full details of the role please see the supporting documents attached.
Job description
Job responsibilities
JOB SUMMARY
Undertake duties under the supervision of the Supportive Care Coordinator, delivering skilled nursing care over a 24 hours period.
Deliver evidence based planned care, which is safe, effective, in a manner which is caring, compassionate and person centred, enabling individuals to remain in their own home.
Adapt and provide a wide range of nursing care for people suffering from a life limiting illness in their own homes.
Be accountable for assessing, planning, implementing and evaluating care for patients, reporting and escalating relevant information to appropriate health and social care professionals.
Work in in an integrated and partnership way with primary, secondary, social care, the independent and voluntary sector and others to improve the health and care of individuals, families and communities, particularly the most vulnerable.
Undertake and maintain the required statutory, mandatory and core training and preparation to meet the specific clinical needs of the service.
- Participate with the training of learners and participate in staff inductions where appropriate.
- Delegate work to other staff members within the team.
- Establish good working relationships with the Primary Health Care Teams
KEY RESULT AREAS:
1.1 Core duties and responsibilities:
- Act as the named nurse under the supervision of the Supportive Care at Home Coordinator. This includes the first and continuing assessment, planning, implementing and evaluation of care given to individuals in their own homes.
- In the absence of the service coordinator, manage the caseload and the Supportive Care at Home Team, monitoring standards of care and deploying and supervising team members as appropriate.
- Participate in the planning and delivery of packages of care, including liaison with other health professionals and statutory and voluntary agencies to deliver skilled nursing care and support any changes.
- Record all patient contacts and activities accurately and contemporaneously maintaining accurate records and statistical returns as required by the Trust including entering data onto the Trusts systems within the required timeframes.
Advise patients on health promotion issues in order to achieve pre-determined local and
national health targets.
- To be a skilled communicator establishing and maintaining excellent relationships with members of the Primary Health Care Team and other Health and Social Care professionals, initiating referrals where appropriate to ensure adequate support for patients and carers.
- Advise patients on health promotion issues in order to achieve pre-determined local and national health targets.
- Act as a mentor for HCA and students and participate in all aspects and levels of training in order to consolidate theoretical and practical teaching of staff and learners.
- To have knowledge of and be able to effectively use available resources.
- To participate in clinical supervision on a regular basis with a designated person.
- To carry out duties in a skilled and competent manner in order to provide an appropriate level of skilled nursing care to clients in the community.
- Demonstrate a range of clinical skills that supports high quality person-centred care for the caseload population in a variety of community settings.
- Contribute to the delivery of person centred care plans by the Supportive Care at Home team ensuring regular evaluation of care and develop systems to support staff interventions and care quality.
- Work collaboratively with others to identify individuals who would benefit from technology, with ongoing support and management.
- Work in partnership with individuals, formal and informal carers and other services to promote the concept of self-care and patient-led care where possible, providing appropriate education and support to maximise the individuals independence and understanding of their condition(s) in achieving their health outcomes.
- Lead and foster a culture of openness and recognition of duty of candour in which each team member is valued, supported and developed, inspiring a shared purpose to support the delivery of high quality effective care.
- Contribute to the development, collation, monitoring and evaluation of data relating to service improvement and development, quality assurance, quality improvement and governance, reporting incidents and developments related to community nursing ensuring that learning from these, where appropriate, is disseminated to a wider audience to improve patient care.
- To be aware of and act in accordance with Trust Clinical Standards and Guidelines and the NMC Code of Conduct and Guidelines maintaining competency and attending training as appropriate.
- Where the person is a Nurse Prescriber: prescribe medication and appliances for patients via independent and supplementary prescribing arrangements, and within the scope of practice.
1.2 Communication with others:
- Patients, their carers and families.
- Colleagues within the larger team to provide workload cover and professional support.
- The Caseload Holder, Lead Nurse and management team, to provide managerial support and advice in the problem solving process, and to facilitate professional development.
- The Specialist Palliative Care team - to provide clinical leadership and guidance
- A whole system relationships approach across health and social care providers and the independent sector. Demonstrating both vertical and horizontal integrated working and develops effective relationships with other service providers where appropriate.
For full details of the role please see the supporting documents attached.
Person Specification
SPECIAL KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS
Essential
- Understanding of government legislation/ documentation affecting NHS and primary care.
- Evidence of health promotion skills.
- Demonstrate Innovative Practice
- Demonstrate Motivational Interviewing Skills
- Excellent Communication Skills
- Teaching Skills
- Health Education/Promotion Skills
- Time Management
- Relevant Clinical and Assessment Skills
PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES
Essential
- Responsive attitude and approach
- Dress appropriately for the environment
- To be able to work a shift pattern over a 24 hour period in line with the service need.
- A Current driving licence and access to a car during the working day is essential (reasonable adjustments will be considered for any applicants who are unable to drive due to a disability)
Experience
Essential
- Substantial Palliative Care Experience
- Ability to work as part of a team.
- Evidence of motivation and enthusiasm
- Ability to work on own Initiative
Desirable
- Community Nursing experience
- Evidence of teaching skills
- Evidence of IT skills
- A good knowledge of EPaCCS
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Adult Nurse
- Evidence of meeting revalidation requirements
Desirable
- Evidence of skills in:
- Male catheterisation
- Venepuncture
- Syringe driver
PHYSICAL ATTRIBUTES
Essential
- Ability to undertake the duties and demands of the post. A satisfactory sickness record over the previous 2 years (subject to the need to act with fairness and equality of opportunity, particularly where the sickness is related to a disability and/or pregnancy).
- Able to fulfil Occupational Health requirements for the post (with reasonable adjustments if necessary)
Person Specification
SPECIAL KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS
Essential
- Understanding of government legislation/ documentation affecting NHS and primary care.
- Evidence of health promotion skills.
- Demonstrate Innovative Practice
- Demonstrate Motivational Interviewing Skills
- Excellent Communication Skills
- Teaching Skills
- Health Education/Promotion Skills
- Time Management
- Relevant Clinical and Assessment Skills
PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES
Essential
- Responsive attitude and approach
- Dress appropriately for the environment
- To be able to work a shift pattern over a 24 hour period in line with the service need.
- A Current driving licence and access to a car during the working day is essential (reasonable adjustments will be considered for any applicants who are unable to drive due to a disability)
Experience
Essential
- Substantial Palliative Care Experience
- Ability to work as part of a team.
- Evidence of motivation and enthusiasm
- Ability to work on own Initiative
Desirable
- Community Nursing experience
- Evidence of teaching skills
- Evidence of IT skills
- A good knowledge of EPaCCS
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Adult Nurse
- Evidence of meeting revalidation requirements
Desirable
- Evidence of skills in:
- Male catheterisation
- Venepuncture
- Syringe driver
PHYSICAL ATTRIBUTES
Essential
- Ability to undertake the duties and demands of the post. A satisfactory sickness record over the previous 2 years (subject to the need to act with fairness and equality of opportunity, particularly where the sickness is related to a disability and/or pregnancy).
- Able to fulfil Occupational Health requirements for the post (with reasonable adjustments if necessary)
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).
