Job summary
HealthNet Homecare are specialists in delivering homecare
services for patients, from medical deliveries to nursing support for patients
in their own homes.
Working with over 180,000 patients across numerous different
therapy areas, our dedicated team offer support to patients with rare and
orphan diseases right through to more common conditions. Our aim is to make
patients lives easier by taking the stress out of managing their medication
and ensuring they are confident they are in safe hands with HealthNet.
We are looking for Clinical Homecare Nurses to
join our nursing team in providing professional services to our clients,
patients and healthcare providers.
This role is a field based role - and requires travel between patients.
If you're a qualified and registered nurse looking for a
career where you can be part of making a difference to the quality of life for
patients by applying your passion, drive and skillsets in an ever changing
environment that is healthcare, then HealthNet Homecare is the place for you to
join our busy, growing team!
Main duties of the job
- Assist in providing excellent patient care on behalf of the client and healthcare professionals in the UK.
- Responsible for teaching patients/carers to self-administer therapy or administering therapies according to service-specific protocols, including subcutaneous, intramuscular, or intravenous routes.
- Participate in telephone calls, virtual calls, and community visits as part of Patient Support Programmes.
- Support in providing a seamless service between hospital and home, promoting treatment adherence, compliance, and enhancing the patient's quality of life.
- Accurately record all patient care-related activities following HealthNet SOPs, work instructions, and professional guidelines.
- Contribute to maintaining standards of professional competence and nursing practices, always working within the NMC code.
- Maintain professional development and share knowledge to improve patient care and best practices.
- Record, report, and act upon relevant patient information, communicating any changes to the Consultant/GP and team members.
- Maintain medical and ancillary supplies and ensure medical equipment is in good working order.
- Assist in the induction of newly appointed staff when requested.
- Assist the Commercial Team and other members in supporting patient care programmes and customer interactions.
- Keep adequate stock of nursing kit for patient visits, ensuring items are up to date and correct. Seek support from the line manager when needed.
About us
Who we are?
Our Nurse team is made up of specifically trained homecare
professionals with the capability to support both straightforward and complex
end to end therapies in a patient focused and quality driven manner.
Our vision is to be seen as the first choice for patient
centred homecare and to realise this vision we work closely with the NHS and
Pharmaceutical Companies to provide an array of services from medication
delivery, nursing services and patient support programmes allowing patients to
undertake treatment in the comfort of their own home, with the correct support
and to the same standards that would normally be received in a hospital or
clinical environment.
Why us?
As a business we realise that it is our people aligned with
a clear focus that will ultimately deliver our vision. We focus on training
programmes that allow our Clinical Nurse Team to go out into the community with
confidence and with the knowledge of a business support network along with the
ability to promote our culture of patient centred care to our customer base. We
strongly believe in continuous professional development and providing the
investment that enables colleagues to progress in their careers.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Who we are?
Our Nurse team is made up of specifically trained homecare
professionals with the capability to support both straightforward and complex
end to end therapies in a patient focused and quality driven manner.
Our vision is to be seen as the first choice for patient
centred homecare and to realise this vision we work closely with the NHS and
Pharmaceutical Companies to provide an array of services from medication
delivery, nursing services and patient support programmes allowing patients to
undertake treatment in the comfort of their own home, with the correct support
and to the same standards that would normally be received in a hospital or
clinical environment.
Why us?
As a business we realise that it is our people aligned with
a clear focus that will ultimately deliver our vision. We focus on training
programmes that allow our Clinical Nurse Team to go out into the community with
confidence and with the knowledge of a business support network along with the
ability to promote our culture of patient centred care to our customer base. We
strongly believe in continuous professional development and providing the
investment that enables colleagues to progress in their careers.
Main Responsibilities:
- To be part of an innovative and inspirational team with a
passion and determination to enhance patient care. Committed to delivering safe
and high- quality nursing services to patients in the home, ensuring compliance
with all relevant regulations and professional standards. To assist in
providing Patient Support Programmes, and where required, assist with the
development, implementation, and delivery of Clinical Services within the
community setting. To ensure a high-quality service is always delivered, with
successful achievement of KPIs and business requirements for Patient Support
Programmes.
- To assist in providing excellent standards of patient care
on behalf of the client and associated healthcare professionals in the UK
- To be responsible, without supervision, for the teaching of
patients/carers to self-administer therapy, or the administration of therapies
to patients in accordance with service specific protocols, this can include
administration via subcutaneous, intra-muscular or intravenous routes.
- Participating in telephone calls, virtual calls and
community visits, in the patients home, as part of Patient Support Programmes
- Participating in Clinical Governance activities, including
clinical supervision
- To assist in providing a solution that will support and
assist the patient and the healthcare professional in delivering a seamless
service between hospital and the home which drives treatment adherence and
compliance, and enhances Quality of Life for the patient
- Accurate recording of all patient care related activities in
accordance with HealthNet SOPs, work instructions, professional and regulatory
guidelines
- Participating in setting and maintaining standards of
professional competence and current nursing practices, always working within
The NMC code
- Maintaining own professional profile in relation to
Continuing Professional Development, including the sharing of knowledge with
the team to improve or enhance patient care, and ensuring best practice
- Ensure that a high standard of service is established, and
always delivered, for all customers and service users
- Ensuring that all relevant information regarding patients is
recorded, reported and, where necessary, acted upon to communicate any changes
to the Consultant/GP and other team members as appropriate
- Where provided or required for fulfilling the role,
maintaining medical and ancillary supplies and ensuring medical equipment is
maintained in good working order
- To assist in ensuring a safe workplace for staff, patients
and visitors
- To assist in promoting an organization environment that
encourages positive staff morale and performance
- To monitor and assist with the induction of newly appointed
staff, where requested
- Where required, assist with the development of customer
relationships with clients
- Assist/Support the Commercial Team and other team members in
support of the patient care programmes, and Customer interactions as required
- Keeping adequate stock of required nursing kit resources for
patient visits, maintaining the kit to have stock in date of correct items
required. Seek guidance from the line manager for support on this
- Assist in the implementation of new business opportunities
safely and effectively
Clinical Services
Responsibilities (if applicable)
- Support NHS clinics to enhance their offering to patients by
providing additional resource to undertake various activities to enable the
seamless transition to Homecare services.
-
Attend
the clinic on a regular basis as agreed with the individual NHS Trust
-
Assist
the clinic staff to Introduce patients to the concept of Homecare
-
Provide
patient information to commence the process of Homecare provision
-
Administer
medication as required
-
Commence
the training of the patient or carer to self-administer medication
-
Ensure
all documentation is recorded as per each individual patient encounter
-
Assist
and complete any additional administrative tasks as required by the clinic
staff
-
Abide
by the mandatory requirements of the specific Trust as per the Induction
process
What experience and skills are we looking for?
- You will be a registered nurse and passionate about
delivering first class patient care.
Qualifications
-
RGN Part 1 of the NMC Register
-
Registered Childrens Nurse on NMC Register (if
applicable for Paediatric Nurse)
-
ENB 998 and/or teaching experience/qualification
(with preparation for mentorship
-
Current RCN membership
Experience
-
Ideally, 3 years post-registration experience
within a clinical setting
-
A proven track record of delivering high
quality services within a Healthcare environment
-
Desirable, but not essential, to have
experience in the administration of sub-cutaneous therapies, cannulation and
phlebotomy skills, care of IV devices and IV therapies
-
Adequate computer literacy to ensure
capability to learn and maintain ability to use HealthNet systems for
day-to-day use.
Personal Skills & Qualities:
-
Self-motivated and able to work to set
objectives
-
Ability to handle situations calmly and
professionally
-
Ability to interact effectively and
professionally with all customers
-
Work within The NMC Code at all times
-
Interact effectively and professionally with
all customers
-
Ability to handle patient and customer
interactions professionally, with confidence, and within boundaries of Patient
Support Programme
-
Excellent interpersonal skills
-
Excellent communication skills both written
and verbal
-
Excellent time management skills, with the
ability to manage own workload
-
Presentable and observing hygiene for
community visits, adhering to uniform provide
-
To have care with company property such as
laptops and other resources and devices provided in role.
-
Strong team player, with the ability to work
on own
-
Ability to troubleshoot and problem solve
-
Flexible and adaptable to the changing needs
of the service
-
Ability to ensure customer satisfaction is
maintained at all times, wherever possible
-
To be comfortable with lone working in the
field out in the community
-
Confident in clinical decision making and
escalating to manager when required.
Key Competencies
-
perform sub cut and IM Injections
-
To ensure mandatory and compulsory training is
up to date and work within own scope of practice/competency as per NMC
guidelines.
-
To perform Venepuncture and Cannulation to
complete drug calculations
-
ANTT Training (Aseptic Non-Touch Technique)
-
Maintain excellent clinical and professional
standards of work Ability to ensure customer satisfaction is always maintained,
wherever possible A proven track record of delivering high quality services
within a Healthcare environment
-
Full driving license with access to own
transport insured for business use, as the role will include travel to various
regions in the provision of support for patients and/or the business
-
Meticulous attention to detail, including
accuracy of documentation completion
-
Planning and organizing
-
Delivering results
-
Problem solving
-
Relationship management
-
Decision making
-
Motivation and commitment
What
we offer:
-
Competitive salary structure
-
Annual car allowance of £5000 and a fuel card
for field based nurses (pro-rota/if applicable)
-
25 days holiday and bank holiday
-
Pension Scheme
-
Ongoing training and development
-
Professional registration fees paid
-
Employee Assistant Programme including 24/7 hour
access to remote GP appointments.
-
Refer a friend scheme
-
Uniform provided
-
Kit bags for all Homecare Nurses
-
Eyecare Vouches
-
Perks and benefits via Perkbox
-
Long service awards.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Who we are?
Our Nurse team is made up of specifically trained homecare
professionals with the capability to support both straightforward and complex
end to end therapies in a patient focused and quality driven manner.
Our vision is to be seen as the first choice for patient
centred homecare and to realise this vision we work closely with the NHS and
Pharmaceutical Companies to provide an array of services from medication
delivery, nursing services and patient support programmes allowing patients to
undertake treatment in the comfort of their own home, with the correct support
and to the same standards that would normally be received in a hospital or
clinical environment.
Why us?
As a business we realise that it is our people aligned with
a clear focus that will ultimately deliver our vision. We focus on training
programmes that allow our Clinical Nurse Team to go out into the community with
confidence and with the knowledge of a business support network along with the
ability to promote our culture of patient centred care to our customer base. We
strongly believe in continuous professional development and providing the
investment that enables colleagues to progress in their careers.
Main Responsibilities:
- To be part of an innovative and inspirational team with a
passion and determination to enhance patient care. Committed to delivering safe
and high- quality nursing services to patients in the home, ensuring compliance
with all relevant regulations and professional standards. To assist in
providing Patient Support Programmes, and where required, assist with the
development, implementation, and delivery of Clinical Services within the
community setting. To ensure a high-quality service is always delivered, with
successful achievement of KPIs and business requirements for Patient Support
Programmes.
- To assist in providing excellent standards of patient care
on behalf of the client and associated healthcare professionals in the UK
- To be responsible, without supervision, for the teaching of
patients/carers to self-administer therapy, or the administration of therapies
to patients in accordance with service specific protocols, this can include
administration via subcutaneous, intra-muscular or intravenous routes.
- Participating in telephone calls, virtual calls and
community visits, in the patients home, as part of Patient Support Programmes
- Participating in Clinical Governance activities, including
clinical supervision
- To assist in providing a solution that will support and
assist the patient and the healthcare professional in delivering a seamless
service between hospital and the home which drives treatment adherence and
compliance, and enhances Quality of Life for the patient
- Accurate recording of all patient care related activities in
accordance with HealthNet SOPs, work instructions, professional and regulatory
guidelines
- Participating in setting and maintaining standards of
professional competence and current nursing practices, always working within
The NMC code
- Maintaining own professional profile in relation to
Continuing Professional Development, including the sharing of knowledge with
the team to improve or enhance patient care, and ensuring best practice
- Ensure that a high standard of service is established, and
always delivered, for all customers and service users
- Ensuring that all relevant information regarding patients is
recorded, reported and, where necessary, acted upon to communicate any changes
to the Consultant/GP and other team members as appropriate
- Where provided or required for fulfilling the role,
maintaining medical and ancillary supplies and ensuring medical equipment is
maintained in good working order
- To assist in ensuring a safe workplace for staff, patients
and visitors
- To assist in promoting an organization environment that
encourages positive staff morale and performance
- To monitor and assist with the induction of newly appointed
staff, where requested
- Where required, assist with the development of customer
relationships with clients
- Assist/Support the Commercial Team and other team members in
support of the patient care programmes, and Customer interactions as required
- Keeping adequate stock of required nursing kit resources for
patient visits, maintaining the kit to have stock in date of correct items
required. Seek guidance from the line manager for support on this
- Assist in the implementation of new business opportunities
safely and effectively
Clinical Services
Responsibilities (if applicable)
- Support NHS clinics to enhance their offering to patients by
providing additional resource to undertake various activities to enable the
seamless transition to Homecare services.
-
Attend
the clinic on a regular basis as agreed with the individual NHS Trust
-
Assist
the clinic staff to Introduce patients to the concept of Homecare
-
Provide
patient information to commence the process of Homecare provision
-
Administer
medication as required
-
Commence
the training of the patient or carer to self-administer medication
-
Ensure
all documentation is recorded as per each individual patient encounter
-
Assist
and complete any additional administrative tasks as required by the clinic
staff
-
Abide
by the mandatory requirements of the specific Trust as per the Induction
process
What experience and skills are we looking for?
- You will be a registered nurse and passionate about
delivering first class patient care.
Qualifications
-
RGN Part 1 of the NMC Register
-
Registered Childrens Nurse on NMC Register (if
applicable for Paediatric Nurse)
-
ENB 998 and/or teaching experience/qualification
(with preparation for mentorship
-
Current RCN membership
Experience
-
Ideally, 3 years post-registration experience
within a clinical setting
-
A proven track record of delivering high
quality services within a Healthcare environment
-
Desirable, but not essential, to have
experience in the administration of sub-cutaneous therapies, cannulation and
phlebotomy skills, care of IV devices and IV therapies
-
Adequate computer literacy to ensure
capability to learn and maintain ability to use HealthNet systems for
day-to-day use.
Personal Skills & Qualities:
-
Self-motivated and able to work to set
objectives
-
Ability to handle situations calmly and
professionally
-
Ability to interact effectively and
professionally with all customers
-
Work within The NMC Code at all times
-
Interact effectively and professionally with
all customers
-
Ability to handle patient and customer
interactions professionally, with confidence, and within boundaries of Patient
Support Programme
-
Excellent interpersonal skills
-
Excellent communication skills both written
and verbal
-
Excellent time management skills, with the
ability to manage own workload
-
Presentable and observing hygiene for
community visits, adhering to uniform provide
-
To have care with company property such as
laptops and other resources and devices provided in role.
-
Strong team player, with the ability to work
on own
-
Ability to troubleshoot and problem solve
-
Flexible and adaptable to the changing needs
of the service
-
Ability to ensure customer satisfaction is
maintained at all times, wherever possible
-
To be comfortable with lone working in the
field out in the community
-
Confident in clinical decision making and
escalating to manager when required.
Key Competencies
-
perform sub cut and IM Injections
-
To ensure mandatory and compulsory training is
up to date and work within own scope of practice/competency as per NMC
guidelines.
-
To perform Venepuncture and Cannulation to
complete drug calculations
-
ANTT Training (Aseptic Non-Touch Technique)
-
Maintain excellent clinical and professional
standards of work Ability to ensure customer satisfaction is always maintained,
wherever possible A proven track record of delivering high quality services
within a Healthcare environment
-
Full driving license with access to own
transport insured for business use, as the role will include travel to various
regions in the provision of support for patients and/or the business
-
Meticulous attention to detail, including
accuracy of documentation completion
-
Planning and organizing
-
Delivering results
-
Problem solving
-
Relationship management
-
Decision making
-
Motivation and commitment
What
we offer:
-
Competitive salary structure
-
Annual car allowance of £5000 and a fuel card
for field based nurses (pro-rota/if applicable)
-
25 days holiday and bank holiday
-
Pension Scheme
-
Ongoing training and development
-
Professional registration fees paid
-
Employee Assistant Programme including 24/7 hour
access to remote GP appointments.
-
Refer a friend scheme
-
Uniform provided
-
Kit bags for all Homecare Nurses
-
Eyecare Vouches
-
Perks and benefits via Perkbox
-
Long service awards.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- RGN Part 1 of the NMC Register
- Registered Childrens Nurse on NMC Register if applicable for Paediatric Nurse
- ENB 998 and/or teaching experience/qualification (with preparation for mentorship
- Current RCN membership
Desirable
- Ideally, 3 years post-registration experience within a clinical setting
- A proven track record of delivering high quality services within a Healthcare environment
- Desirable, but not essential, to have experience in the administration of sub-cutaneous therapies, cannulation and phlebotomy skills, care of IV devices and IV therapies
- Adequate computer literacy to ensure capability to learn and maintain ability to use HealthNet systems for day-to-day use.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- RGN Part 1 of the NMC Register
- Registered Childrens Nurse on NMC Register if applicable for Paediatric Nurse
- ENB 998 and/or teaching experience/qualification (with preparation for mentorship
- Current RCN membership
Desirable
- Ideally, 3 years post-registration experience within a clinical setting
- A proven track record of delivering high quality services within a Healthcare environment
- Desirable, but not essential, to have experience in the administration of sub-cutaneous therapies, cannulation and phlebotomy skills, care of IV devices and IV therapies
- Adequate computer literacy to ensure capability to learn and maintain ability to use HealthNet systems for day-to-day use.
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).
