Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Band 5 Community Staff Nurse to join the Hertfordshire Family Centre Service for the Watford and 3 Rivers Team Based at the The Avenue Clinic in Watford
It is envisaged that this will be a development role with the post holder prepared to apply to undertake training in the future to qualify as a Specialist Community Public Health Nurse.
You will be part of a friendly and supportive integrated team delivering a locally driven needs led service, ensuring children and their families are at the heart of service delivery in the South Quadrant covering the Watford and 3 Rivers area
Previous Applicants will not be considered
Main duties of the job
The successful candidate will:
- be part of a skill mixed team which delivers the five mandated universal core contacts
- undertake duties as delegated by the Specialist Community Public Health Nurse (Health Visitor)
- provide a service which includes health surveillance, health promotion, support and advice, primarily to families with children under 5 years of age as part of the delivery of the Healthy Child Programme
- be willing to work flexibly to cover Ante natal groups with some occasional evening work required until 9.00pm
- work in partnership with the Family Support Service staff to identify local needs, ensuring children and their families can access the same level of support
- have experience in using electronic records and be able to be a mobile worker.
In return, we can offer you:
- In addition to the basic salary, this post attracts a High Cost Area Supplement of 5% of basic salary (subject to max £1,845 per annum pro rata)
- Generous contributory pension
- 27 days holiday rising to 33 days (depending on NHS Trust service)
- Special Leave for family and personal reasons
- NHS Car Lease Scheme
- Eye Care Vouchers
- Employee Assistance Programme
- NHS Discounts
We strongly encourage you to visit us for an informal visit to meet the team and find out more about the service we provide. We look forward to hearing from you.
About us
We put our patients, their families and carers at the centre of our vision - Outstanding Services and Healthier Communities
Our staff are proud to be Innovative, Caring and Agile in their work to help achieve the Trust vision
We welcome diversity in our workforce and are interested in applicants from all backgrounds
If we have a high level of interest in this role, the vacancy may close prior to the advertised closing date, so please make your application as soon as possible
You've made a great decision to apply to join to HCT - we're looking forward to taking the next steps of the journey with you
Job description
Job responsibilities
Operational Delivery
- To deliver coordinated interventions within the framework of The Healthy Child Programme as delegated by the Health Visitor.
- To assess the health needs of the child and community involving the parent/carer and /or child in the process of meeting those health needs.
- To monitor the health of the child and to involve the parent/carer in promoting optimum health and development of the child.
- To be aware of the deviations from the norm in health and behaviour and to intervene to protect vulnerable children by prompt action, by referral and working with other colleagues and agencies as part of a specialist team.
Patient / Customer Care
- To assist with Child Health Clinics to monitor the growth of babies and children, advising parents/carers on aspects of parenting within his/her knowledge scope of practice, and refer to the Health Visitor with any identified issues.
- To undertake developmental assessments of children under the age of 5 years as directed by the Health Visitor.
- To support families with children with SEND or complex medical needs.To deliver health promotion activities to children, and their families.
- Follow up attendance at A & E Departments or Minor Injuries Units as delegated by the Health Visitor
- To visit and assess families with children under the age of 5 years who move into the county.
- To be able to assess childrens health needs and signpost to local support service.
- To perform tasks which is commensurate to your role
Service Development and Improvement
- To participate in audit/ research as required by the Health Visiting service and the Trust
- To maintain own level of clinical competence by reading relevant literature and taking opportunities for personal and professional development
- To participate in the identification of local health needs and the development of strategies to meet these
- To participate in risk assessment of clinical and non-clinical areas, and report accidents or near misses promptly and when required using the appropriate incident reporting tool, and cooperate with any investigation undertaken
Communication and Relationship Building
- To ensure good communication channels are maintained within the Health Visiting Team.
- To work collaboratively with other statutory, voluntary and community organisations to facilitate service provision and access for families and individuals
Information Management
- To keep accurate, comprehensive, contemporaneous records and reports
- To adhere to SystmOne electronic recording processes for data collection and collation to meet key performance targets, out coming appointments in a timely manner
- Populate own SystmOne ledger prospectively two weeks in advance for efficient allocation of work.
General
- To adhere to the NMC Code of Professional Conduct and be conversant with current professional advice and developments
- To use evidence based practice to develop and maintain a high quality standard of health visiting
- To participate in clinical supervision and reflective practice
Whilst it is not a legal requirement, Hertfordshire Community NHS Trust encourages and supports all staff to be vaccinated as this remains the best line of defence against COVID-19.
We are committed to supporting flexible working options for staff, wherever possible, and welcome discussions on flexible working patterns to support our staff to maintain a healthy work life balance.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Operational Delivery
- To deliver coordinated interventions within the framework of The Healthy Child Programme as delegated by the Health Visitor.
- To assess the health needs of the child and community involving the parent/carer and /or child in the process of meeting those health needs.
- To monitor the health of the child and to involve the parent/carer in promoting optimum health and development of the child.
- To be aware of the deviations from the norm in health and behaviour and to intervene to protect vulnerable children by prompt action, by referral and working with other colleagues and agencies as part of a specialist team.
Patient / Customer Care
- To assist with Child Health Clinics to monitor the growth of babies and children, advising parents/carers on aspects of parenting within his/her knowledge scope of practice, and refer to the Health Visitor with any identified issues.
- To undertake developmental assessments of children under the age of 5 years as directed by the Health Visitor.
- To support families with children with SEND or complex medical needs.To deliver health promotion activities to children, and their families.
- Follow up attendance at A & E Departments or Minor Injuries Units as delegated by the Health Visitor
- To visit and assess families with children under the age of 5 years who move into the county.
- To be able to assess childrens health needs and signpost to local support service.
- To perform tasks which is commensurate to your role
Service Development and Improvement
- To participate in audit/ research as required by the Health Visiting service and the Trust
- To maintain own level of clinical competence by reading relevant literature and taking opportunities for personal and professional development
- To participate in the identification of local health needs and the development of strategies to meet these
- To participate in risk assessment of clinical and non-clinical areas, and report accidents or near misses promptly and when required using the appropriate incident reporting tool, and cooperate with any investigation undertaken
Communication and Relationship Building
- To ensure good communication channels are maintained within the Health Visiting Team.
- To work collaboratively with other statutory, voluntary and community organisations to facilitate service provision and access for families and individuals
Information Management
- To keep accurate, comprehensive, contemporaneous records and reports
- To adhere to SystmOne electronic recording processes for data collection and collation to meet key performance targets, out coming appointments in a timely manner
- Populate own SystmOne ledger prospectively two weeks in advance for efficient allocation of work.
General
- To adhere to the NMC Code of Professional Conduct and be conversant with current professional advice and developments
- To use evidence based practice to develop and maintain a high quality standard of health visiting
- To participate in clinical supervision and reflective practice
Whilst it is not a legal requirement, Hertfordshire Community NHS Trust encourages and supports all staff to be vaccinated as this remains the best line of defence against COVID-19.
We are committed to supporting flexible working options for staff, wherever possible, and welcome discussions on flexible working patterns to support our staff to maintain a healthy work life balance.
Person Specification
Qualifications and Training
Essential
- Registered Nurse
- Current registration with NMC & knowledge of NMC Code of Professional Conduct
- Mentorship qualification or willingness to undertake
Experience and Knowledge
Essential
- Post registration experience
- Experience of team work
- Experience of Working with other Agencies
- Experience of working with a diverse client group
- Knowledge of clinical governance and its implications
- Evidence of expertise in clinical skills
- Knowledge of research processes
- Knowledge of Safeguarding Children
- Understanding of working within a competency framework
Skills and Abilities
Essential
- Ability to work independently under guidance of Specialist Nurse
- Ability to work within a team
- Excellent communication skills with variety of clients & professionals
- Experience of multi-disciplinary working
- Ability to use assessment skills with guidance
- Experience of planning of workload
- Good IT skills
Personal qualities
Essential
- Strong organisational & time management skills
- Empathy & understanding of family issues
- Ability to plan and deliver key objectives within strict timetables
- Deal with emotional issues to enable to deliver patient care
- Willingness to undertake further Trust training
Other requirements
Essential
- Hold a full, valid, UK driving licence and have access to a car to use for business purposes (unless you have a disability as defined by the Equality Act 2010)
Person Specification
Qualifications and Training
Essential
- Registered Nurse
- Current registration with NMC & knowledge of NMC Code of Professional Conduct
- Mentorship qualification or willingness to undertake
Experience and Knowledge
Essential
- Post registration experience
- Experience of team work
- Experience of Working with other Agencies
- Experience of working with a diverse client group
- Knowledge of clinical governance and its implications
- Evidence of expertise in clinical skills
- Knowledge of research processes
- Knowledge of Safeguarding Children
- Understanding of working within a competency framework
Skills and Abilities
Essential
- Ability to work independently under guidance of Specialist Nurse
- Ability to work within a team
- Excellent communication skills with variety of clients & professionals
- Experience of multi-disciplinary working
- Ability to use assessment skills with guidance
- Experience of planning of workload
- Good IT skills
Personal qualities
Essential
- Strong organisational & time management skills
- Empathy & understanding of family issues
- Ability to plan and deliver key objectives within strict timetables
- Deal with emotional issues to enable to deliver patient care
- Willingness to undertake further Trust training
Other requirements
Essential
- Hold a full, valid, UK driving licence and have access to a car to use for business purposes (unless you have a disability as defined by the Equality Act 2010)
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).
