Job summary
Responsive
services have opening for a development band 5-6 Community Staff Sister/Charge Nurse post in their virtual ward.
This is an exciting opportunity to join a friendly and
vibrant team working under the supervision of the virtual ward matron.
Virtual
wards allow patients to receive the care they need at home safely and
conveniently rather than being in hospital. Enabling acutely unwell
patients to be cared for in their own home, with support of technology.
The
service works 7 days a week from 8am to 8pm. You will work with the multi-
disciplinary team to provide outstanding care to your patients and their
families.
Main duties of the job
The postholder will work in a caring, supportive, and professional environment, providing person centred nursing care to individuals on the virtual ward, promoting their health and independence.
The developmental band 5 Community Staff Nurse will need to be able to progress to work autonomously and as part of a team, supporting junior clinicians to develop skills in delivering care to patients.
The postholder will progress to undertake a thorough holistic assessment, with physical assessment skills being desirable or a willingness to undertake additional training to gain these essential skills.
The development band 5 Community Staff Nurse will be supported to advance their critical thinking and decision-making by the virtual ward matron and consultant lead frailty team to deliver safe competent nursing care.
You must be a licensed car driver and have access to a car for this post.
Previous experience working in a virtual ward and using Doccla is desirable.
About us
Do you want to be part of an organisation that was rated best provider of NHS care to work for nationwide? (2023 and 2024 staff survey results)
First Community is a staff owned
social enterprise rated Good by CQC, which delivers NHS community services across
east Surrey and parts of West Sussex. We
are looking for individuals who share our values First-rate care, First-rate people,
First-rate value.
First Community is a great place
to work, everyone has a voice and is supported to develop their career to its
full potential. We offer all our staff: NHS terms and conditions, high quality
training and development opportunities, flexible working to enable a good work
life balance, an inclusive and friendly work environment, an NHS pension,
flexible retirement options and various employee benefits.
Please talk to us before applying
or at interview about the flexibility you need. We may not be able to meet your
needs exactly, but we do promise to fully consider your request and meet your needs
where possible. Please note, flexible working options may vary depending on the
role.
At First Community we welcome
applications from black, Asian and minority ethnic candidates, LGBTQ+
candidates and candidates with disabilities. We ensure that all applicants are
treated fairly and consistently at every stage of the recruitment process,
including the consideration of reasonable adjustments.
Sustainability is integral to
First Community achieving the NHS Net Zero target.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The post holder will work under the direction of the Virtual Ward Charge Nurse and in collaboration with Primary Care and Secondary Care Colleagues,
Urgent Community Response, Intermediate Care (Responsive Services), Respiratory
Specialist Team, Community Nursing and other Specialist Health Care Teams across
First Community, statutory and voluntary agencies to deliver excellent
standards of patient care for patients who are acutely unwell requiring support
to avoid admission to the acute hospital Providing practical care, education and
training for patients and carers admitted to the virtual ward and responsive
services.
When completing your application please refer to both the
Application Guide and full Job Description - these can be found under
supporting documents.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The post holder will work under the direction of the Virtual Ward Charge Nurse and in collaboration with Primary Care and Secondary Care Colleagues,
Urgent Community Response, Intermediate Care (Responsive Services), Respiratory
Specialist Team, Community Nursing and other Specialist Health Care Teams across
First Community, statutory and voluntary agencies to deliver excellent
standards of patient care for patients who are acutely unwell requiring support
to avoid admission to the acute hospital Providing practical care, education and
training for patients and carers admitted to the virtual ward and responsive
services.
When completing your application please refer to both the
Application Guide and full Job Description - these can be found under
supporting documents.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Current NMC registration
- Registered First Level Nurse
- Educated to degree/diploma level Mentorship, ENB 998, practice assessor or equivalent
- Demonstrates clear evidence of on-going professional development
Desirable
- Independent Nurse prescriber
- Leadership qualification
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working in a team
Desirable
Skills
Essential
- Evidence of time management skills and ability to prioritise
- IT skills
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Desirable
- Intravenous additives
- Venepuncture
- ECG analysis
- Urinary Catheterisation
- Experience in bowel management
Other
Essential
- Demonstrates the organisations values
- Ability to work effectively as a team player under appropriate supervision, and as part of an MDT.
- Insight into how to evaluate own strengths and development needs, seeking advice where appropriate.
- Courteous, respectful, and helpful at all times.
- UK car driving license and access to vehicle
Knowledge
Essential
- Awareness of clinical Governance, clinical effectiveness, and evidence-based care
- Awareness of current healthcare legislation affecting community and secondary care services
- Demonstrates knowledge of reflective practice and has an awareness of clinical supervision
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Current NMC registration
- Registered First Level Nurse
- Educated to degree/diploma level Mentorship, ENB 998, practice assessor or equivalent
- Demonstrates clear evidence of on-going professional development
Desirable
- Independent Nurse prescriber
- Leadership qualification
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working in a team
Desirable
Skills
Essential
- Evidence of time management skills and ability to prioritise
- IT skills
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Desirable
- Intravenous additives
- Venepuncture
- ECG analysis
- Urinary Catheterisation
- Experience in bowel management
Other
Essential
- Demonstrates the organisations values
- Ability to work effectively as a team player under appropriate supervision, and as part of an MDT.
- Insight into how to evaluate own strengths and development needs, seeking advice where appropriate.
- Courteous, respectful, and helpful at all times.
- UK car driving license and access to vehicle
Knowledge
Essential
- Awareness of clinical Governance, clinical effectiveness, and evidence-based care
- Awareness of current healthcare legislation affecting community and secondary care services
- Demonstrates knowledge of reflective practice and has an awareness of clinical supervision
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).
