Job summary
THIS POST IS FIXED TERM/SECONDMENT FOR 24 MONTHS DUE TO MEET THE NEEDS OF THE SERVICE
IF YOU ARE INTERESTED IN APPLYING FOR THE SECONDMENT POSITION, YOU MUST OBTAIN PERMISSION FROM YOUR CURRENT LINE MANAGER PRIOR TO APPLYING FOR THIS POST.
We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced and innovative Advanced nurse practitioner to join the team South Meirionnydd Community Resource Team funded by the Meirionnydd Cluster
The cluster has proposed the development role of a Community Resource Team Advanced Nurse/Clinical Practitioner to support the cohort of housebound patients in South Meirionnydd, - by providing a rapid response to those in the greatest need alongside planned care in managing chronic and acutely unwell patients with highly complex and multiple co-morbidities and to recognise patients with high Frailty and initiate CGA and Anticipatory/ Advanced Care planning.
They will foster a culture of excellence and continuous improvement ensuring the highest standard of nursing care is provided, monitored and evaluated.
Main duties of the job
Key aspects of the role will include:
Working as an autonomous, advanced practitioner, with an extended scope of practice to work with the team to deliver care; providing a high standard of specialist assessment and treatment of patients. Using evidence-based principles/ current best practice and advanced specialist skills and clinical reasoning to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate interventions.
Ensuring all clinical practice is based on current research /evidence, developing and undertaking audit and research as appropriate. Participate in quality improvement initiatives, Clincal audits and research projects to enhance patient outcomes.
Demonstrating through day-to-day action a contemporary approach to Primary & community Care which is patient-centred, prudent and team-enabling.
They will maintain a visible professional presence where patients, carers and staff can turn for assistance, advice and support.
They will lead and participate in projects and areas of work, which will reflect clinical, professional and cooperate objectives.
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.
About us
If you relish a challenge, have a passion to help others or simply fancy a fresh start, then Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board (BCUHB) North Wales, has all the right ingredients. The largest health organisation in Wales, providing a full range of primary, community, mental health, acute and elective hospital services for a population of around 700,000, across North Wales . Join our team and get the support you need, in line with our Organisational Values and 'Proud to Lead' competence framework.
Enjoy being part of working with engaged leadership at all levels, and be assured we are committed to promoting equality and diversity, and are proud to welcome applicants under the "Disability Confident Employer" scheme.
Please check your email account regularly. Successful applicants will receive all recruitment related correspondence via the email account registered on the application form.
Applications may be submitted in Welsh. Applications submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English.
Job description
Job responsibilities
You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac.
Job description
Job responsibilities
You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- BSc/ Grad Dip in relevant discipline
- Master level education or equivalent; e.g. Advanced clinical practice
- Evidence of CPD and post registration activity through portfolio
- Extended scope skills i.e. independent prescriber
Desirable
- Membership of clinical interest group
Experience
Essential
- Extensive experience in clinical field
- Experience of service development or project management
- Experience of developing protocols & clinical care pathways
- Experience of working in an MDT setting
- Evidence of delivering clinical education
- evidence of working in the community setting
Desirable
- Formal Research education
Skills
Essential
- Advanced clinical reasoning skills
- Ability to demonstrate advanced analytical and problem solving skills
- Able to prioritise own workload and that of others
- Ability to critically appraise current research /evidence and implement relevant findings
- Excellent oral and written communication skills
- Advanced level of negotiation and influencing skills
- Excellent time management and organisational skills.
- Health and safety risk awareness
- Knowledge of clinical governance
Desirable
Knowledge
Essential
- Evidence of recent Masters level CPD study in relevant clinical area
- Evidence of clinical post graduate training /education
- Understanding of professional ethic/code of practice and their application in clinical practice
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- BSc/ Grad Dip in relevant discipline
- Master level education or equivalent; e.g. Advanced clinical practice
- Evidence of CPD and post registration activity through portfolio
- Extended scope skills i.e. independent prescriber
Desirable
- Membership of clinical interest group
Experience
Essential
- Extensive experience in clinical field
- Experience of service development or project management
- Experience of developing protocols & clinical care pathways
- Experience of working in an MDT setting
- Evidence of delivering clinical education
- evidence of working in the community setting
Desirable
- Formal Research education
Skills
Essential
- Advanced clinical reasoning skills
- Ability to demonstrate advanced analytical and problem solving skills
- Able to prioritise own workload and that of others
- Ability to critically appraise current research /evidence and implement relevant findings
- Excellent oral and written communication skills
- Advanced level of negotiation and influencing skills
- Excellent time management and organisational skills.
- Health and safety risk awareness
- Knowledge of clinical governance
Desirable
Knowledge
Essential
- Evidence of recent Masters level CPD study in relevant clinical area
- Evidence of clinical post graduate training /education
- Understanding of professional ethic/code of practice and their application in clinical practice
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).
