Job summary
29.25 hours per week
Do you have the
commitment & drive to make a difference? Can you think on your feet? Make effective clinical
decisions? A career as a staff nurse in cardiac and pulmonary rehabilitation
could be for you.
An
exciting opportunity has arisen for a well-motivated, enthusiastic staff nurse
to work for South West Yorkshire Partnership NHS Trust within the cardiac and
pulmonary rehabilitation service.
This community-based team provides
quality care and support for patients undertaking either the cardiac or
pulmonary rehabilitation programmes.
The
service is responsible for delivering a specialist care to patients in their
own home as well in our community venues around Barnsley. The successful
candidate will be expected to assess and treat patients with a wide variety of
cardiac and respiratory conditions.
The
team is committed to personal development, training & wellbeing.
At
the time of advertising, this role does not meet the minimum requirements set
by UK Visas and Immigration to sponsor candidates to work in the UK. For this
reason, we are unable to sponsor anyone for a skilled worker visa for this role.
We
are happy to accept applications from candidates who can prove their right to
work in the UK or via alternative visa routes. Such applications will be
considered alongside all other applications.
Main duties of the job
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 be required to manage your own caseload and
contribute to the daily management of incoming group tasks. Daily duties
include triaging referrals, undertaking initial assessments, monitoring
patients during exercise, delivering education sessions and recording
electronic patient notes.
It would also be advantageous to have a good
understanding of cardiac and pulmonary conditions such as heart attack, cardiac
surgery and COPD.
You
will be allocated to a specific venue; however, it should be noted that you are
employed to work across the service and will be required to move bases
throughout the working week.
All employees of the Trust are
strongly encouraged to have their up-to-date flu vaccination to protect staff
and patients.
We are aware that an increasing number of applicants are
using AI technology to generate responses on NHS Job application forms. We
strongly discourage this and will conduct a thorough screening process before
selecting candidates to progress to the next stage. If you are using AI to
enhance your application, please disclose this in your NHS Jobs application
form.
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
This job description is an outline of the main duties of the post. The postholder will be required to undertake other duties commensurate with the grade as directed.
The content of this post will be reviewed in consultation with the postholder when necessary and in line with the service developments.
JOB PURPOSE:
- 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.
- The post holder will assess the health needs of designated service users referred to the service and will plan, implement and evaluate programmes of care in response to identified need.
CORE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Participate in the delivery of a cardiac / pulmonary rehabilitation programme, along with the multidisciplinary team, supervising exercise to patients in a gym setting.
Deliver structured education sessions to groups of patients and their family/carers.
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.
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.
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.
Participate in health screening programmes and disease management of patients under the direction of the Specialist Nurse / Physiotherapist / Clinical Team Leader.
Act as a mentor for students and participate in all aspects and levels of training in order to consolidate theoretical and practical teaching of staff and learners.
To be a skilled communicator establishing and maintaining excellent relationships with members of the cardiac / pulmonary rehabilitation team and other Health and Social Care professionals, initiating referrals where appropriate to ensure adequate support for patients and carers.
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.
COMMUNICATION WITH OTHERS:
1. Patients, their carers and families.
2. All members of the cardiac / pulmonary rehabilitation team in order to maintain professional relationships and sharing of information.
3. Colleagues within the larger team to provide workload cover and professional support.
4. Other health professionals (hospital and community), and statutory and voluntary agencies to ensure a team approach to client care.
5. The management team, to provide managerial support and advice in the problem solving process, and to facilitate professional development.
For full details of the role please see the supporting documents attached.
Job description
Job responsibilities
JOB SUMMARY
This job description is an outline of the main duties of the post. The postholder will be required to undertake other duties commensurate with the grade as directed.
The content of this post will be reviewed in consultation with the postholder when necessary and in line with the service developments.
JOB PURPOSE:
- 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.
- The post holder will assess the health needs of designated service users referred to the service and will plan, implement and evaluate programmes of care in response to identified need.
CORE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Participate in the delivery of a cardiac / pulmonary rehabilitation programme, along with the multidisciplinary team, supervising exercise to patients in a gym setting.
Deliver structured education sessions to groups of patients and their family/carers.
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.
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.
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.
Participate in health screening programmes and disease management of patients under the direction of the Specialist Nurse / Physiotherapist / Clinical Team Leader.
Act as a mentor for students and participate in all aspects and levels of training in order to consolidate theoretical and practical teaching of staff and learners.
To be a skilled communicator establishing and maintaining excellent relationships with members of the cardiac / pulmonary rehabilitation team and other Health and Social Care professionals, initiating referrals where appropriate to ensure adequate support for patients and carers.
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.
COMMUNICATION WITH OTHERS:
1. Patients, their carers and families.
2. All members of the cardiac / pulmonary rehabilitation team in order to maintain professional relationships and sharing of information.
3. Colleagues within the larger team to provide workload cover and professional support.
4. Other health professionals (hospital and community), and statutory and voluntary agencies to ensure a team approach to client care.
5. The management team, to provide managerial support and advice in the problem solving process, and to facilitate professional development.
For full details of the role please see the supporting documents attached.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Adult Nurse.
- Evidence of meeting PREP Requirements.
Desirable
- Evidence of cardiac / respiratory diploma or equivalent. (3)
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).
Special Knowledge/Skills
Essential
- Understanding of government legislation/ documentation affecting NHS and primary care.
- Evidence of health promotion skills.
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Ability to travel around the Trust as appropriate to the role.
Experience
Essential
- Possess relevant clinical skill.
- Cardiac / Respiratory care experience.
- Ability to work as part of a team.
- Evidence of motivation and enthusiasm.
- Ability to work on own Initiative.
- Possess good verbal and written communication skills.
- Demonstrate a high degree of reliability.
- Evidence of good time management skills.
Desirable
- Experience of working at B5 staff nurse level. (1)
- Evidence of teaching skills. (2)
- Evidence of IT skills. (4)
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Adult Nurse.
- Evidence of meeting PREP Requirements.
Desirable
- Evidence of cardiac / respiratory diploma or equivalent. (3)
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).
Special Knowledge/Skills
Essential
- Understanding of government legislation/ documentation affecting NHS and primary care.
- Evidence of health promotion skills.
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Ability to travel around the Trust as appropriate to the role.
Experience
Essential
- Possess relevant clinical skill.
- Cardiac / Respiratory care experience.
- Ability to work as part of a team.
- Evidence of motivation and enthusiasm.
- Ability to work on own Initiative.
- Possess good verbal and written communication skills.
- Demonstrate a high degree of reliability.
- Evidence of good time management skills.
Desirable
- Experience of working at B5 staff nurse level. (1)
- Evidence of teaching skills. (2)
- Evidence of IT skills. (4)
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).
