Job summary
If you are looking for an exciting new
challenge that will allow you to use your clinical skills to make a difference,
there is a fantastic opportunity to join our integrated neurology team.
An opportunity
has arisen for a band 6 nurse to join the team working 32 hours a week.
We are
looking for a nurse wanting to work with Parkinsons patients, who is motivated
and passionate about developing their knowledge, skills to provide support for
this patient group.
The role
with involve working closely with our acute hospital services and the other
Parkinsons nurses. We run clinics across several sites and see patients at
home. The role will sit within the supportive structure of the Integrated
Neurology service of specialist nurses and therapists as well as close links
with the acute trust.
Training
will be given to develop your knowledge and understanding of Parkinsons.
If you have
experience and can demonstrate a positive attitude, enthusiastic and
flexibility then we would like you to be part of our team.
If you would like to have an informal
discussion about this post please call Becky Kitcat, Team Lead Neurology on 07799 647241 or Christina Whittenbury,
Integrated Community Services Lead for Worcestershire Integrated Neurology Team
on 07525 918760
Main duties of the job
You will be
working as part of the Integrated Neurology team providing specialist nursing
intervention for patients with Parkinsons disease and associated movement
disorders. The post holder will be expected to carry out comprehensive
specialist holistic assessments and use their knowledge and skills to help
manage the Parkinsons caseload with clinical support. Training will be
provided.
The successful
candidate will be required to work independently in providing education and
information, advice, and support to patients in their own home and within
clinics, as well as remotely via phone calls or video conferencing.
As part of the
role you will be expected to liaise and work closely with other health care
professionals in ensuring that patient care needs are met accordingly, and that
care is delivered to a high standard.
The role will
involve partnership working with the Consultant Neurologists and the wider Integrated
Neurology team.
About us
At Herefordshire and Worcestershire Health and Care NHS Trust,
we are working together to deliver outstanding care. We run community hospitals
and community health services across Worcestershire and provide mental health
and learning disability services across both Herefordshire and Worcestershire.
Our people (all 4500+ of them) provide services for people of
all ages, experiencing both physical and/or mental health conditions from over
100 sites.
We will support you to thrive; offer flexible
working options for a great work-life balance, help you fulfil your ambitions,
and empower you to make positive changes within your team or service. We value
diversity and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, cultures,
and ethnicities.
What we offer;
-
27 days leave plus bank holidays, increasing up to
33 days with long service
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Generous NHS pension and enhanced pay when you work
unsocial hours
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Flexible and agile working opportunities
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Great maternity, paternity, and adoption support
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Wide range of supportive staff networks
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Health and wellbeing opportunities
If you would like to know more, please visit our
website.
We encourage you to read the attached applicant guidance notes.
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you (optional), to support the Trusts understanding of where you gained
interest in working for the Trust.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For full details of the duties and criteria
for the role please refer to the job description and person specification
attached.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For full details of the duties and criteria
for the role please refer to the job description and person specification
attached.
Person Specification
Knowledge
Essential
- Knowledge of current key NHS developments and policies and implications for the service delivery
Skills & Abilities
Essential
- Ability to communicate clearly and effectively in English in both verbal and written formats
- Able to demonstrate good clinical skills
- Proven ability to work across multi-disciplinary groups
- Able to demonstrate sound personal management skills: i.e. time management, prioritising, planning organisational and problem solving
Desirable
- Ability to manage changes to service provision
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered General Nurse or Registered Nurse Learning Disabilities
- Degree or Diploma with demonstrable relevant clinical experience and post graduate training
- Evidence of further professional development particularly in relation to the patient group (e.g., neurological rehabilitation management or neurology)
- I understand that I will be asked to provide original certificates to verify my qualifications at point of offer.
Experience
Essential
- Experience in practicing within own professional field
- Evidence of own professional development
- Experience in working in a community setting
- Proven ability and experience of care management within a similar or related clinical speciality
Desirable
- Post registration experience of working with people who are vulnerable or experiencing disability as a result of neurological impairment
- Risk management
Additional Criteria
Essential
- Ability to meet the travel requirements of the post
Person Specification
Knowledge
Essential
- Knowledge of current key NHS developments and policies and implications for the service delivery
Skills & Abilities
Essential
- Ability to communicate clearly and effectively in English in both verbal and written formats
- Able to demonstrate good clinical skills
- Proven ability to work across multi-disciplinary groups
- Able to demonstrate sound personal management skills: i.e. time management, prioritising, planning organisational and problem solving
Desirable
- Ability to manage changes to service provision
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered General Nurse or Registered Nurse Learning Disabilities
- Degree or Diploma with demonstrable relevant clinical experience and post graduate training
- Evidence of further professional development particularly in relation to the patient group (e.g., neurological rehabilitation management or neurology)
- I understand that I will be asked to provide original certificates to verify my qualifications at point of offer.
Experience
Essential
- Experience in practicing within own professional field
- Evidence of own professional development
- Experience in working in a community setting
- Proven ability and experience of care management within a similar or related clinical speciality
Desirable
- Post registration experience of working with people who are vulnerable or experiencing disability as a result of neurological impairment
- Risk management
Additional Criteria
Essential
- Ability to meet the travel requirements of the post
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
