Job summary
The NHS is changing. More emphasis on community-based care means there's never been a better time to join us.
We believe in treating the whole person, not just the condition.
We are looking for anenthusiastic and adaptableCommunity Clinical Nurse Specialistto join ourcaring and progressive team in Folkestone and Hythe.
You will work as part of a close-knit team who are dedicated to the health and wellbeing of people in Folkestone and Hythe. Folkestone and Hythe are made up of a diverse patient group with complex needs.
Community Clinical Nurse Specialist nurses make a difference by making sure our services are proactive and patient-focused, helping to keep people at home and independent for longer.
Our nursing teams are closely aligned with local Primary Care Networks, to make sure patient care is holistic and joined up. We believe in treating the whole person, not just the condition, so we take time to get to know our patients.
Main duties of the job
Community Clinical Nurse Specialists provide complex nursing care to people at home and in residential care homes.
As a Community Clinical Nurse Specialist, you'll
- assess the healthcare needs of patients and families
- monitor the quality of care they're receiving
- be professionally accountable for its delivery
Your patients could be any age, but they'll often be elderly, while others may have been recently discharged from hospital, be terminally ill or have physical disabilities.
As a Band 7 Community Clinical Nurse Specialist you will work as part of a team to keep people safe and well at home. You will use your clinical judgment to support evidence-based care planning for people living at home, in care homes or other settings and make sure that people who use our services have a good experience.
"I have an amazing, rewarding job and my aim is to continue to provide skilled and compassionate care for my patients in their homes for as long as I am able." Jenny, district nurse.
About us
One of the largest community NHS trusts in the UK, KCHFT are rated 'outstanding' by the CQC. We've got a passion for delivering high standards of care to patients and deliver excellent services to improve the health of our communities. To do this we need outstanding people who share our values Compassionate Aspirational Responsive Excellent
We're committed to equality, diversity and inclusion, which leads to better patient care and a happier workforce. So, all our colleagues have equal access to career opportunities.
We've signed up to be a real UK living wage employer. The real Living Wage is the only UK wage rate voluntarily paid by 7,000+ UK businesses who believe their staff deserve a fair wage. Committing to the real UK Living Wage is one way we're delivering our pledge to be the best employer
Flexibility is another way we do this. In the NHS, we're reminded every day how important life is. As a flexible working friendly organisation, we want you to be able to work in a way that is best for us, for our patients and for you. Speak to us about how we might be able to accommodate a flexible working arrangement without having to sacrifice time for personal interests or family commitments. We'll support you to work flexibly in a way that will suits us both
Looking for professional development? We can support that too! Our career pathways will help you achieve your aspirations
Job description
Job responsibilities
Job responsibilities
The job description and person specification gives you all the information you need about this role. Please look carefully at the criteria in the person specification and tell us what you have done that shows you meet this.
Still have questions? The recruiting manager would love to hear from you, their contact details can be found in the job advert.
We can get a lot of applications for some roles so to be in with the best chance of being shortlisted please make sure you apply as soon as possible. A vacancy may close early if there is a lot of interest in the job.
If you need an application form in an alternative format please let our recruitment team know so they can help you with this.
All information you supply on your application should, to the best of your knowledge, be true and accurate. Interviews are due to take place on the 18th August 2023,
Find out more about the community difference here.
Good luck! We cant wait to meet you and welcome you to #teamKCHFT, #cometocommunity
Although vaccination against COVID-19 is not mandatory, we are strongly encouraging colleagues in clinical and non-clinical roles who have direct or social contact with patients to be fully vaccinated. In this way we will be doing all we can to ensure your safety and that of your colleagues and the patients we serve.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Job responsibilities
The job description and person specification gives you all the information you need about this role. Please look carefully at the criteria in the person specification and tell us what you have done that shows you meet this.
Still have questions? The recruiting manager would love to hear from you, their contact details can be found in the job advert.
We can get a lot of applications for some roles so to be in with the best chance of being shortlisted please make sure you apply as soon as possible. A vacancy may close early if there is a lot of interest in the job.
If you need an application form in an alternative format please let our recruitment team know so they can help you with this.
All information you supply on your application should, to the best of your knowledge, be true and accurate. Interviews are due to take place on the 18th August 2023,
Find out more about the community difference here.
Good luck! We cant wait to meet you and welcome you to #teamKCHFT, #cometocommunity
Although vaccination against COVID-19 is not mandatory, we are strongly encouraging colleagues in clinical and non-clinical roles who have direct or social contact with patients to be fully vaccinated. In this way we will be doing all we can to ensure your safety and that of your colleagues and the patients we serve.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered health care professional (NMC registration)
- Health related degree
- Management or supervisory qualification / programme of study
- Evidence of Post Graduate Specialist qualifications relevant to area of practice
Desirable
- Working towards Master level study
- Non-medical Prescribing qualification
- Advance Practice Skills and Clinical Reasoning qualification
Experience
Essential
- Minimum of five years' experience in area of practice
- Experience of leading and managing teams
- Supporting others (mentor / educator / supervisor) experience
- Experience of developing policy and service development plans with practical experience of change management
- Practical experience in managing health related projects/complex caseloads
Knowledge
Essential
- Understanding of NHS frameworks and NICE guidance
- Evidence of continued relevant professional development in last 12 months
- Proven ability to develop effective partnerships to achieve practical outcomes across organisational boundaries
Skills & abilities
Essential
- Ability to manage time effectively, priorities and work under pressure
- Ability to work effectively with a variety of people at all organisational levels
- Ability to communicate complex, sensitive information to individuals and groups
- Strong influencing and negotiating skills
- Highly developed facilitation skills
Personal attributes
Essential
- Ability to motivate and organise others to ensure best practice
- Ability to manage and lead change
Ability to manage
Essential
- Able to support the implementation of local and national agendas
- Ability to prioritise care delivery, considering trust policies and procedures
- Ability to manage own time effectively
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered health care professional (NMC registration)
- Health related degree
- Management or supervisory qualification / programme of study
- Evidence of Post Graduate Specialist qualifications relevant to area of practice
Desirable
- Working towards Master level study
- Non-medical Prescribing qualification
- Advance Practice Skills and Clinical Reasoning qualification
Experience
Essential
- Minimum of five years' experience in area of practice
- Experience of leading and managing teams
- Supporting others (mentor / educator / supervisor) experience
- Experience of developing policy and service development plans with practical experience of change management
- Practical experience in managing health related projects/complex caseloads
Knowledge
Essential
- Understanding of NHS frameworks and NICE guidance
- Evidence of continued relevant professional development in last 12 months
- Proven ability to develop effective partnerships to achieve practical outcomes across organisational boundaries
Skills & abilities
Essential
- Ability to manage time effectively, priorities and work under pressure
- Ability to work effectively with a variety of people at all organisational levels
- Ability to communicate complex, sensitive information to individuals and groups
- Strong influencing and negotiating skills
- Highly developed facilitation skills
Personal attributes
Essential
- Ability to motivate and organise others to ensure best practice
- Ability to manage and lead change
Ability to manage
Essential
- Able to support the implementation of local and national agendas
- Ability to prioritise care delivery, considering trust policies and procedures
- Ability to manage own time effectively
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).
