Job summary
Did you know that CLCH are an inclusive employer promoting flexible working!
Our integrated care services in Harrow are looking for community nurses and will consider flexible working to fit around other commitments. If you can commit to a minimum of 15 hrs per week then contact us.
Our overall vision at Central London Community Healthcare NHS Trust is to provide great care closer to home. This is supported by our four key values reflecting our commitment to quality, to collaborative and supportive internal and external relationships, our focus on delivery and working well with our communities.
We are looking for compassionate and enthusiastic individuals to come and join our diverse, supportive, and kind teams.** PLEASE NOTE - this role will be a split site role & the sites are:Alexandra Avenue Health and Social Care Centre & Honeypot Lane Centre for Health
Main duties of the job
- You will work as part of an integrated team
- You will work in partnership with patients and their families to develop and agree tailored health plans to address their needs
- You will actively participate in service development activities
- You will work in collaboration with other health care and service providers to ensure seamless delivery of services for clients and communities
- You will manage a team within the locality
About us
Just as we care about our patients' wellbeing, we care about yours!
We can offer you:
- A comprehensive induction into the community service followed by a local induction to introduce you to the role
- Single occupancy accommodation in Central London - (we can help you find accommodation in London, support you with your deposit)
- Car lease scheme *T&C's apply
- Flexible working options
- Annual travel card loan
- Training, support and development in your career
To have a full look at our benefits and what it's like working for us please go here: https://www.clch.nhs.uk/job/pay-and-benefits
Job description
Job responsibilities
- The post holder is responsible for the day to day running of the District Nursing team to high standards within the locality. The post holder leads the team in monitoring and improving standards of care and assists the overall development of the adult nursing service, delivering a cost effective service within the boundaries of available resources while ensuring patient safety and ensuring clinical standards are met.
- The post holder will also provide managerial and clinical leadership to community nursing & Allied health professional staff, and act as an effective role model for multidisciplinary staff members and other team members, providing evidence-based clinical advice and support to all staff within the locality.
Please refer to Job description and personal Specification for outline of skills, knowledge and experience required.
Job description
Job responsibilities
- The post holder is responsible for the day to day running of the District Nursing team to high standards within the locality. The post holder leads the team in monitoring and improving standards of care and assists the overall development of the adult nursing service, delivering a cost effective service within the boundaries of available resources while ensuring patient safety and ensuring clinical standards are met.
- The post holder will also provide managerial and clinical leadership to community nursing & Allied health professional staff, and act as an effective role model for multidisciplinary staff members and other team members, providing evidence-based clinical advice and support to all staff within the locality.
Please refer to Job description and personal Specification for outline of skills, knowledge and experience required.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Nurse with current UK NMC registration
- Post-registration qualification in district nursing or equivalent
- Nurse prescribing appropriate to role
- Evidence of continuing professional education and training at degree level
- Qualification in team / service management or prepared to work towards
- Relevant specialist courses
- Mentor or practice based learning training
- Community or Independent Nurse Prescribing qualification or prepared to work towards
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Nurse with current UK NMC registration
- Post-registration qualification in district nursing or equivalent
- Nurse prescribing appropriate to role
- Evidence of continuing professional education and training at degree level
- Qualification in team / service management or prepared to work towards
- Relevant specialist courses
- Mentor or practice based learning training
- Community or Independent Nurse Prescribing qualification or prepared to work towards
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).
