Job responsibilities
37 hours per week – Permanent (Part time hours will be considered)
9.00am 5.30pm Monday Thursday -9.00am 4.30pm Friday
There will be occasions when the post holder will be required to work times outside of these for which time off in lieu arrangements will apply.
SALARY(NHS Band 6 salary scale)
REPORTING TO AND PROFESSIONAL ACCOUNTABLE TO
Band 7 Admiral Nurse
BASE:
The organisations Headquarters is based at 119 Fore Street, Hertford,SG14 1AX, with an additional office in Borehamwood (Warwick House,2 Oaks Court, Warwick Road, WD6 1GS).
- In the community
- At your home.
- PURPOSE OF THE ROLE
The purpose of the Admiral Nurse role is to provide specialist dementia nursing expertise and support to those affected by dementia, with a specific focus on family carers/ supporters who experience difficulties within Hertfordshire. More information on the role is on the Dementia UK website:
https://www.dementiauk.org/how-we-help/admiral-nursing/
Summary of Responsibilities:
The Admiral Nurse will support, deliver and coordinate relationship-centred dementia care within Carers in Hertfordshire in order to improve the experience of carers/families affected by dementia with complex needs.
- In line with the Admiral Nurse Competency framework at a specialist level, the post holder will provide:
- Specialist assessment and support for people with dementia and families with complex needs
- Facilitation of education and training for staff in the delivery of evidence-based dementia care
- Support with policy development and quality improvements in relation to dementia care
- Consultancy to other health and social care professionals regarding dementia
Main Duties & Responsibilities: (Under the supervision of line manager/Band 7 Nurse)
1. Clinical
1.1. Advise other professionals on the care of people with dementia and their carers/families with complex care needs, from peri-diagnosis to post bereavement support.
1.2. Provide specialist nursing assessment, using the Admiral Nurse Assessment Framework for carers/families affected by dementia (within service spec)
1.3. Support identification and management of co morbidities and frailty for people with dementia and their carers/families.
1.4. Develop and/or support, in partnership with other professionals, person-centred care plans for people with dementia including positive risk management
1.5. Deliver relationship and family-centred approaches to care, which meet the needs of people with dementia, carers/families and staff.
1.6. Provide a range of evidence based interventions and emotional support to promote mental/physical health and wellbeing for people with dementia and their carers/families.
1.7. Support people with dementia, carers/families and staff to understand and respond to changes in behaviour and relationships as a result of dementia
1.8. Ensure the safeguarding of vulnerable adults and that all legal requirements relating to Mental Capacity Act 2005, Mental Health Act 1983 (amended 2007), and Liberty Protection Safeguards (2020) are considered and adhered to in relation to patient care
1.9. Act as an advocate for people with dementia and their carers/families to promote their rights and best interest
1.10. Participate in case conferences and best interest meetings when required
1.11. Work collaboratively with health, social and voluntary sector services to achieve coordinated care
1.12. Manage care transitions and support people with dementia and their carers/families in order to reduce frequency of admissions and length of stay
1.13. Ensure that care is delivered in accordance with relevant local and national guidelines and all relevant Carers in Hertfordshire policies
1.14. Recognise the limits of own competency and professional boundaries and make appropriate and timely referrals to other services where required
1.15. Ensure that clinical records are up to date and maintained and stored appropriately in line with local and national guidance
2. Education & Support
2.1. Support innovative dementia training and education to staff within Carers in Hertfordshire at all levels, to improve staff attitudes, knowledge, skills and confidence, in line with best practice and guidance
2.2. Participate in and/or support formal training events promoting best practice in dementia care and disseminating Admiral Nursing work
2.3. Provide advice on the delivery of evidence based best practice in dementia care
2.4. Act as a clinical role model to others, including student nurses, and mentoring other staff as required
2.5. Support the development and delivery of work streams as part of the host organisations Dementia Strategy
2.6. Work in partnership with colleagues to provide support and information to families, including advance care planning, best interest decisions and end of life care
2.7. Work with key local and national stakeholders to develop more integrated care pathways and holistic models of care, through dissemination of specialist skills and knowledge
3. Evaluation and Audit
3.1. Support the audit and evaluation of quality improvements and initiatives aimed at improving the delivery of dementia care within Carers in Hertfordshire
3.2. Actively participate in the collection of Collect quantitative and qualitative data to support the evaluation and audit of the Admiral Nurse Service
3.3. Maintain clinical records using the chosen data recording system and provide verbal and written feedback appropriately and as required
3.4. Ensure recorded information and data recorded is relevant, accurate, and complete and captured in a timely manner
3.5. Be fully aware of and comply with the Data Protection Act (1998) and Caldicott principles in relation to protecting the confidentiality of patient and service-user information and enabling appropriate information-sharing
4. Professional
4.1. Ensure all nursing practice is carried out in accordance with the agreed policies and procedures of Carers in Hertfordshire and the NMC Code
4.2. To attend and actively participate in practice development, clinical supervision, and continuing professional development, including the Admiral Nurse Competency module and the Admiral Nurse Forum, as supported by Dementia UK
4.3. To develop own competence through use of the Admiral Nurse Competency Framework, portfolio development using resources provided by Dementia UK
4.4. To maintain professional registration in line with NMC guidance, including re-validation
4.5. Contribute to the development of policies, procedures and protocols relevant to dementia and Admiral Nursing within Carers in Hertfordshire
4.6. Ensure compliance with Trust clinical governance requirements
4.7. Participate in clinical supervision / mentoring within Carers in Hertfordshire where required
4.8. Maintain up-to-date knowledge of evidence-based recommendations on supporting people with dementia and their carers/families
4.9. Be aware of current research related to dementia treatments/interventions and support people with dementia/carers/families to get involved in research where appropriate
4.10. Maintain a positive working relationships with Dementia UK
Professional Conduct
The post holder must comply with their appropriate professional body and code of conduct e.g. NMC Code: Professional Standards of Practice and Behavior for Nurses and Midwives.
Responsibility for data quality
All Admiral Nurses that record information have a responsibility to ensure that the data is relevant, accurate, and complete and captured in a timely manner so that it is fit for purpose. Staff must follow the agreed Carers In Hertfordshire policies and procedures. A data subject e.g. an employee/patient, has a right to expect this under the Data Protection Acts fourth principle - Personal data shall be accurate and where necessary kept up to date
Safeguarding
All Admiral Nurses have a responsibility to themselves, patients, service users and other staff in ensuring the effective Safeguarding of Children and Adults. Admiral Nurses must follow the agreed local policies and procedures in both these domains
EQUALITIES
Carers in Hertfordshire is committed to openness and equality of opportunity in every activity, from the way we employ staff to the way we deliver services. It is a central responsibility of members, volunteers and employees of the charity to ensure that every individual that we come into contact with is treated with dignity and respect. A copy of the full Equal Opportunities Policy will be given to all staff and volunteers at induction.
HEALTH AND SAFETY
The post holder is expected while at work, to take reasonable care for the Health and Safety of themselves and other colleagues who may be affected by their acts or omissions at work.