Job summary
An opportunity has arisen for a registered nurse with experience of older people/complex physical care needs to join the BNSSG - Continuing Health Care team.
This is an exciting opportunity to develop your assessment skills and gain knowledge in a new field. The role will involve assessing and reviewing clients with regards to their health needs, welfare and provision of care whether in a domestic setting or residential placement. Our team is based in the heart of Bristol, North Somerset and South Gloucestershire covering the BNSSG demographic across all areas. We are currently working a hybrid of remote and face to face but continue to deliver person centred assessments of need and subsequent provision of health care if found eligible under the National Framework for Continuing Healthcare.
Main duties of the job
The job holder will be involved in care coordination as well as highlighting service improvement and governance issues. An ability to work collaboratively with other agencies is essential and experience of working in such a manner is desirable. As this role may involve working with clients within other areas of care, such as learning difficulties or mental health a broad range of knowledge and experience is welcomed. Training will be tailored to your experience and the needs of the service.
About us
We are committed to creating an inclusive organisation that promotes and values diversity. We know from experience that different ideas, perspectives and backgrounds create a stronger, more creative workplace that helps us to deliver the best services. We welcome applications which represent the rich diversity of our community; from people of all ages, disabled people, all genders, people from ethnic minority groups, LGBTQ+ people, people with diverse gender identity and expression, people from all religions and beliefs and other diverse characteristics, and we have processes in place to ensure that all applications are treated fairly and consistently at every stage of the recruitment process.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The Continuing Healthcare team are supportive, friendly and motivated to succeed; please give us a ring to find out more and begin your journey into something newFor further information please contact: Julie Hughes or Sharon Westcott on 0117 900 2626
Full time and Part time roles are available.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The Continuing Healthcare team are supportive, friendly and motivated to succeed; please give us a ring to find out more and begin your journey into something newFor further information please contact: Julie Hughes or Sharon Westcott on 0117 900 2626
Full time and Part time roles are available.
Person Specification
Knowledge, Training and Experience
Essential
- Educated to degree level in relevant subject or equivalent level of experience of working at a similar level in specialist area Further training or significant experience in project management, financial management or supporting change management processes Experience and understanding of evaluating and measuring the performance of health services. Experience in communications and stakeholder management
Desirable
- Comprehensive knowledge of project management and/or health information systems development Workforce development knowledge and experience Working knowledge of Microsoft Project ECDL Previous experience in similar role in public sector A good understanding of the health and social care environment and roles and responsibilities within it
Communication skills
Essential
- Clear communicator with excellent writing, report writing and presentation skills; capable of constructing and delivering clear ideas and concepts concisely and accurately for diverse audiences Evidence of success in efficient and effective project and programme management Skills for communication on complex matters and difficult situations, requiring persuasion and influence. Skills for nurturing key relationships and maintaining networks.
Analytical
Essential
- Ability to analyse and interpret information, pre-empt and evaluate issues, and recommend and appropriate course of action to address the issues Problem solving skills and ability to respond to sudden unexpected demands Strategic thinking - ability to anticipate Attention to detail combined with the ability to extract key messages from complex analysis Independent thinker with demonstrated good judgement, problem-solving and analytical skills
Desirable
- Takes decisions on difficult and contentious issues where they may be a number of courses of action.
Planning Skills
Essential
- Skills for project management
Desirable
- Previous experience in project management and planning
Management Skills
Essential
- Ability to engender trust and confidence and demonstrate integrity in the provision of advice and support
Physical Skills
Essential
- Skills for manipulating information. Intermediate keyboard skills
Autonomy
Essential
- Ability to work on own initiative and organise own workload without supervision working to tight and often changing timescales
Equality and Diversity
Essential
- Understanding of and commitment to equality of opportunity and good working relationships
Other
Essential
- An ability to maintain confidentiality and trust Used to working in a busy environment Adaptability, flexibility and ability to cope with uncertainty and change Commitment to continuing professional development Professional calm and efficient manner Effective organiser Demonstrate a strong desire to improve performance and make a difference by focusing on goals. To hold a driving full driving license and have access to a vehicle
Person Specification
Knowledge, Training and Experience
Essential
- Educated to degree level in relevant subject or equivalent level of experience of working at a similar level in specialist area Further training or significant experience in project management, financial management or supporting change management processes Experience and understanding of evaluating and measuring the performance of health services. Experience in communications and stakeholder management
Desirable
- Comprehensive knowledge of project management and/or health information systems development Workforce development knowledge and experience Working knowledge of Microsoft Project ECDL Previous experience in similar role in public sector A good understanding of the health and social care environment and roles and responsibilities within it
Communication skills
Essential
- Clear communicator with excellent writing, report writing and presentation skills; capable of constructing and delivering clear ideas and concepts concisely and accurately for diverse audiences Evidence of success in efficient and effective project and programme management Skills for communication on complex matters and difficult situations, requiring persuasion and influence. Skills for nurturing key relationships and maintaining networks.
Analytical
Essential
- Ability to analyse and interpret information, pre-empt and evaluate issues, and recommend and appropriate course of action to address the issues Problem solving skills and ability to respond to sudden unexpected demands Strategic thinking - ability to anticipate Attention to detail combined with the ability to extract key messages from complex analysis Independent thinker with demonstrated good judgement, problem-solving and analytical skills
Desirable
- Takes decisions on difficult and contentious issues where they may be a number of courses of action.
Planning Skills
Essential
- Skills for project management
Desirable
- Previous experience in project management and planning
Management Skills
Essential
- Ability to engender trust and confidence and demonstrate integrity in the provision of advice and support
Physical Skills
Essential
- Skills for manipulating information. Intermediate keyboard skills
Autonomy
Essential
- Ability to work on own initiative and organise own workload without supervision working to tight and often changing timescales
Equality and Diversity
Essential
- Understanding of and commitment to equality of opportunity and good working relationships
Other
Essential
- An ability to maintain confidentiality and trust Used to working in a busy environment Adaptability, flexibility and ability to cope with uncertainty and change Commitment to continuing professional development Professional calm and efficient manner Effective organiser Demonstrate a strong desire to improve performance and make a difference by focusing on goals. To hold a driving full driving license and have access to a vehicle
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).
