Job summary
By joining
us a "Registered Nurse"you will not only be delivering high
quality care you will be the face of Sciensus with increased job satisfaction,
by being able to give holistic one to one care within the patients own home.
Sciensus
are currently looking for a Registered Nurse in Cambridge. We are looking for a talented, patient
focused clinician to join our fantastic team working in partnership with Cambridge University Hospital. As
a Registered Nurse, you will deliver gold standard, one to one, holistic
care in the comfort of the patients home. Work for us, and remember
the reason why you became a nurse, its your opportunity to make a real
difference to peoples lives every single day.
Main duties of the job
You will work as part of a multi-disciplinary team delivering one
to one care in line with the patients needs, whilst maintaining professional
standards and following the relevant care plan.
Deliver
effective and high quality nursing care to patients in a home environment to
facilitate early supported transfer from hospital or to prevent unnecessary
admission. You
will be building lasting relationships with patients, stakeholders and patient
support networks to aide and support patients treatment and recovery. Accurately document all patient care and
clinical observations to provide real time data to assist with long-term goals
of the business and the patient.
A
full UK driving licence is essential as regional travel will be required to
visit patients at home.
What do we offer our
people?
We
work hard to make sure colleagues feel motivated, developed, and recognised for
the great work they do. Additional to the salary of we also offer
a comprehensive benefits package, including:
Company car or car
allowance £4887.50
NMC fees paid for
25 days annual leave
plus bank holidays
Contribution based
pension scheme
Employee benefits
platform (retailer discounts and much more)
Life insurance
Private medical insurance
(after qualifying period)
Refer a friend scheme
Ongoing learning and development
opportunities
Annual company event
Yearly pay reviews
About us
Sciensus is a place that values
difference and promotes respect. We are committed to the fair treatment of all
candidates, regardless of race, gender, religion, sexual orientation, age or
disability.
We actively promote equality for
all, welcome applications from a wide range of candidates and select
interviewees based on skills, qualifications, and experience. Sciensus takes
equal opportunities and improving the working lives of our colleagues seriously,
which could include flexible working. We also support with any reasonable
adjustments required. Please talk to us during the application process to
discuss any reasonable adjustments you may require.
Ready to make
a difference? Apply now and become a part of Sciensus.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Job Title
Specialist Nurse
Reports To
Clinical Services Manager
Scope
UK
Department
Clinical
Job Family
Clinical Services
Grade
HAH 6 AON 5 WTW P3-12
Behavioural
Competency Level
3
Our Mission
To give patients control of their health through knowledge, choice, convenience, and connection.
Your Job Family Purpose
Roles in this family require people to be qualified (fully or working towards) healthcare professionals who are responsible for designing and delivering a range of health and care services and advice to patients (face to face, by telephone or by developing written materials for patient and customer portals / apps)
Your Role Purpose
To work as a member of a multi-disciplinary team responsible for delivering care excellence in line with patients needs, key performance indicators and outcome measures and goals and targets. Delivering effective and high-quality nursing care to patients in a home environment to facilitate early supported transfer from hospital or to prevent unnecessary admissions
Our Values
Your Key Deliverables
To safely administer a range of therapeutic interventions relevant to NHS project and training.
Identify and report risks and incidents using HAH and hospital-based systems as per contractual requirements.
- Maintain accurate contemporaneous clinical records and ensure they are logged on relevant clinical systems.
- Having responsibility for the health, safety and welfare of self and others and complying at all times with requirements of Health and Safety regulations, including reporting any accidents or incidents using relevant documentation
Our Regulatory Responsibilities
Adhere to (CQC/ GDP/NMC/GPHC / ICO) standards relevant to role
Chair / Attend all relevant committees aligned to remit of the role
Be aware of all responsibilities relating to Infection Prevention and Control
Your Skills and Knowledge
Knowledge
- Delivering patient care in patients own homes according to an agreed programme of care and care plan.
- To conduct an accurate holistic assessment of patients needs in accordance with approved model of care
- To safely administer a range of therapeutic interventions relevant to NHS project and training as per agreed clinical pathways within scope of practice.
- Assist patients in their activities of daily living and support multi-disciplinary goals of optimising patients level of independence.
- Conduct roles and responsibilities in accordance with NMC Code of Practice and HAH policy, procedures, and protocols.
- Having responsibility for the health, safety and welfare of self and others and complying at all times with requirements of Health and Safety regulations, including reporting any accidents or incidents using relevant documentation.
- To be fully aware of and understand through relevant training provided by Healthcare at Home, of the duties and responsibilities attaining to the Safeguarding of all patients both Adults and Children
- To also be fully aware of the principles of safeguarding as they apply to all vulnerable adults and children in relation to the specific role, which will include recognising the types and signs of abuse and neglect and ensuring that any relevant line manager is made aware and kept fully informed of any concerns which the worker may have in relation to safeguarding adults and/or child protection.
Skills
RGN part 1 NMC Register (RSCN where appropriate).
Experience in an acute care setting post registration including some time taking independent clinical decisions and supervising the work of others
Strong understanding of therapies and drugs relevant to service offering, including NHS knowledge relating to the management of patients with treated conditions.
Pays close attention to detail and follows rules and protocols, quality oriented.
Strong communication skills, including actively listening, communicating sensitively, putting people at ease, and making technical details easy to understand
Adaptable to change; flexible enough to cope with changing service demands.
Your Accountability
Size of the unit
N/A
Direct Report units
N/A
Indirect Report units
N/A
Job description
Job responsibilities
Job Title
Specialist Nurse
Reports To
Clinical Services Manager
Scope
UK
Department
Clinical
Job Family
Clinical Services
Grade
HAH 6 AON 5 WTW P3-12
Behavioural
Competency Level
3
Our Mission
To give patients control of their health through knowledge, choice, convenience, and connection.
Your Job Family Purpose
Roles in this family require people to be qualified (fully or working towards) healthcare professionals who are responsible for designing and delivering a range of health and care services and advice to patients (face to face, by telephone or by developing written materials for patient and customer portals / apps)
Your Role Purpose
To work as a member of a multi-disciplinary team responsible for delivering care excellence in line with patients needs, key performance indicators and outcome measures and goals and targets. Delivering effective and high-quality nursing care to patients in a home environment to facilitate early supported transfer from hospital or to prevent unnecessary admissions
Our Values
Your Key Deliverables
To safely administer a range of therapeutic interventions relevant to NHS project and training.
Identify and report risks and incidents using HAH and hospital-based systems as per contractual requirements.
- Maintain accurate contemporaneous clinical records and ensure they are logged on relevant clinical systems.
- Having responsibility for the health, safety and welfare of self and others and complying at all times with requirements of Health and Safety regulations, including reporting any accidents or incidents using relevant documentation
Our Regulatory Responsibilities
Adhere to (CQC/ GDP/NMC/GPHC / ICO) standards relevant to role
Chair / Attend all relevant committees aligned to remit of the role
Be aware of all responsibilities relating to Infection Prevention and Control
Your Skills and Knowledge
Knowledge
- Delivering patient care in patients own homes according to an agreed programme of care and care plan.
- To conduct an accurate holistic assessment of patients needs in accordance with approved model of care
- To safely administer a range of therapeutic interventions relevant to NHS project and training as per agreed clinical pathways within scope of practice.
- Assist patients in their activities of daily living and support multi-disciplinary goals of optimising patients level of independence.
- Conduct roles and responsibilities in accordance with NMC Code of Practice and HAH policy, procedures, and protocols.
- Having responsibility for the health, safety and welfare of self and others and complying at all times with requirements of Health and Safety regulations, including reporting any accidents or incidents using relevant documentation.
- To be fully aware of and understand through relevant training provided by Healthcare at Home, of the duties and responsibilities attaining to the Safeguarding of all patients both Adults and Children
- To also be fully aware of the principles of safeguarding as they apply to all vulnerable adults and children in relation to the specific role, which will include recognising the types and signs of abuse and neglect and ensuring that any relevant line manager is made aware and kept fully informed of any concerns which the worker may have in relation to safeguarding adults and/or child protection.
Skills
RGN part 1 NMC Register (RSCN where appropriate).
Experience in an acute care setting post registration including some time taking independent clinical decisions and supervising the work of others
Strong understanding of therapies and drugs relevant to service offering, including NHS knowledge relating to the management of patients with treated conditions.
Pays close attention to detail and follows rules and protocols, quality oriented.
Strong communication skills, including actively listening, communicating sensitively, putting people at ease, and making technical details easy to understand
Adaptable to change; flexible enough to cope with changing service demands.
Your Accountability
Size of the unit
N/A
Direct Report units
N/A
Indirect Report units
N/A
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
Experience
Essential
- Experience in the care of IV devices and administration of IV therapies
- Experience of undertaking holistic clinical assessments
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
Experience
Essential
- Experience in the care of IV devices and administration of IV therapies
- Experience of undertaking holistic clinical assessments
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).
