Job summary
An exciting opportunity for an individual looking for a 12 month secondment to a Band 6 Community Link Nurse role in NN3.
We are looking for an experienced registered nurse to join our dedicated and highly professional team of nurses working in Aylsham and the surrounding areas.
This role will offer the opportunity for both clinical and leadership development, whilst working in a caring, friendly and supportive team.
Main duties of the job
You will be responsible for the assessment and treatment of complex patients with a wide variety of health needs of acute or chronic presentation, visiting them within their own homes, care homes, the travelling community and in clinics. We are looking for a nurse who is committed to delivering high standards of care. You will supervise Band 5 Community Nurses and other members of the nursing team, and work closely with the therapy staff to assist the patient to achieve maximal function and independence. In addition, you will support the Clinical Lead Nurse and Clinical Operations Manager with managerial responsibilities.
You will need effective communication skills and must be prepared to work flexibly and collaboratively to meet the needs of the service. It is essential to have evidence of professional competencies and have the ability to apply your knowledge and skills to clinical practice. A sound understanding and knowledge of the current drive to transform community services is an essential requirement.
About us
Norfolk Community Health and Care is going through organisational development and you will be expected to contribute to service and quality development of the domiciliary service, such as new ways of working and clinical audits. You will receive support and development through in-service training, regular appraisals, a personal development plan and clinical supervision.
If this post excites you, and you are looking to spend the next few months working in beautiful North Norfolk, we look forward to your application.
Apply now to join an organisation that has been awarded an Outstanding rating by the Care Quality Commission (CQC), the highest possible rating and the first stand-alone NHS community trust in the country to be awarded the title.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Key Areas of Responsibility
- To assess and prescribe care packages for patients with long term conditions, the frail and elderly, palliative care and rehabilitation needs for example, to achieve quality of life and independence where possible
- To work within the integrated team to facilitate early discharge from hospital
- To work within the integrated team to prevent unnecessary admission to hospital
- To work with all health care professionals, and statutory/non statutory agencies to provide a seamless integrated service to our services users
- To be direct link to specified medical practice responsible for management of nursing caseload for this practice
- To liaise with other link nurses and co-ordinate off duty for Band 6 nurses to ensure service coverage across the locality
Job description
Job responsibilities
Key Areas of Responsibility
- To assess and prescribe care packages for patients with long term conditions, the frail and elderly, palliative care and rehabilitation needs for example, to achieve quality of life and independence where possible
- To work within the integrated team to facilitate early discharge from hospital
- To work within the integrated team to prevent unnecessary admission to hospital
- To work with all health care professionals, and statutory/non statutory agencies to provide a seamless integrated service to our services users
- To be direct link to specified medical practice responsible for management of nursing caseload for this practice
- To liaise with other link nurses and co-ordinate off duty for Band 6 nurses to ensure service coverage across the locality
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- First level degree or on pathway, or equivalent
- RGN
- Assessor/mentorship preparation; ENB 998 or equivalent
- Current NMC registration
- Evidence of continuing professional development
Desirable
- Independent/supplementary prescribing qualification
- Consultation skills
- Clinical assessment skills
- Long term conditions module
Skills, Abilities, Knowledge
Essential
- Evidence of working at relevant level within the community setting
- Knowledge of additional specialist areas through in-house training and short courses
- Highly motivated
- Able to provide high standards of care
- Ability to manage stressful situations
- A team player
- Be able to work to accommodate patient/service needs
- Tact and diplomacy
- Empathy and sensitivity
- Concentrate when undertaking patient care and inputting data/patient records
- Good interpersonal skills
Desirable
- Cannulation / IV Therapy administration
Personal Qualities
Essential
- Be able to kneel, bend and stoop and work in cramped environments
- Able to manoeuvre limbs of around 5-6kg
- Able to manoeuvre patients using handling aids
Other
Essential
- The post holder will be required to work Seven day a week and cover between the hours of 08.00 and 18.00 hrs.
- The post holder will need to be passed fit to perform full duties of the post through occupational health with any reasonable aids and adaptations if necessary.
- Must hold full and valid and driving licence and have access to a vehicle
- Able to communicate effectively in written and verbal English Language
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- First level degree or on pathway, or equivalent
- RGN
- Assessor/mentorship preparation; ENB 998 or equivalent
- Current NMC registration
- Evidence of continuing professional development
Desirable
- Independent/supplementary prescribing qualification
- Consultation skills
- Clinical assessment skills
- Long term conditions module
Skills, Abilities, Knowledge
Essential
- Evidence of working at relevant level within the community setting
- Knowledge of additional specialist areas through in-house training and short courses
- Highly motivated
- Able to provide high standards of care
- Ability to manage stressful situations
- A team player
- Be able to work to accommodate patient/service needs
- Tact and diplomacy
- Empathy and sensitivity
- Concentrate when undertaking patient care and inputting data/patient records
- Good interpersonal skills
Desirable
- Cannulation / IV Therapy administration
Personal Qualities
Essential
- Be able to kneel, bend and stoop and work in cramped environments
- Able to manoeuvre limbs of around 5-6kg
- Able to manoeuvre patients using handling aids
Other
Essential
- The post holder will be required to work Seven day a week and cover between the hours of 08.00 and 18.00 hrs.
- The post holder will need to be passed fit to perform full duties of the post through occupational health with any reasonable aids and adaptations if necessary.
- Must hold full and valid and driving licence and have access to a vehicle
- Able to communicate effectively in written and verbal English Language
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).
