Job summary
We are seeking dynamic and innovative Registered Nurses or Midwives to undertake the Specialist Community Public Health Nurse (SCPHN) Post Graduate Diploma (PGDip) leading to a qualification and NMC registration as a SCPHN Health Visitor. We welcome both internal and external applications from Nurses and Midwives who are passionate about pursuing a career working as a Specialist Practitioner in 0-19 childrens services.
For more information, please read our full advert (attached).
SALARY: Band 5 mid-point £30,639
HOURS: Full time
BASE: Students will be allocated one base
within Nottingham City
CONTRACT: Training contract fixed term for 1 year
commencing September 2024. Internal candidates will be seconded from their
current post for 1 year. (Please note positions for this job are subject to
funding).
Main duties of the job
- The successful applicants will undertake a 1-year Diploma (PGDip). Academic work is carried out at Derby University and your placement will be within the Nottingham CityCare Childrens Public Health 0-19 Nursing Service where you will be supported by qualified mentors.
- SCPHN HV will also be taught how to caseload manage the upper tiers to be able to support the children and families you have the privilege of working with.
- Nottingham CityCare expects to recruit SCPHN students to permanent posts on the successful completion of the course. Qualified SCPHN Health Visitors will be appointed to a Band 6 position.
It is essential that applicants hold a full UK Driving License and have access to a suitable vehicle for business purposes throughout the course.
About us
We are a provider of NHS Community Health Services, CityCare exists to support the health and wellbeing of all local people, working alongside other health and care partners to achieve this. We are a value driven, people business with a passion for excellence. Our vision and social purpose is to make a difference everyday to the health & wellbeing of our communities and our values of kindness, respect, trust and honesty lie at the heart of everything we do, guiding how we work together with partners and each other to consistently deliver high quality compassionate care. As a social enterprise we aim to add social value by investing in the future of our local communities and helping to make a difference in peoples lives.
CityCare value the benefits of a diverse and inclusive workforce. We encourage applications from candidates who identify as disabled, LGBT+ or from a Black, Asian or Minority Ethnic (BAME) background, as they are currently under-represented within our organisation.
CityCare is an equal opportunities employer. We are positive about employing people with disabilities. If you require your application in a different format please contact Human Resources on 0115 8839418. CityCare is committed to the protection of vulnerable adults and children.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Job Purpose
- To undertake the Specialist Community Public Health Nurse (SCPHN) programme combining both theoretical and clinical knowledge.
- To gain a PGDip (Post Graduate Diploma) Specialist Community Public Health Nurse academic qualification. You will gain a public health qualification and gain standards of proficiency to register with the Nursing and Midwifery Council as either a SCPHN Health Visitor or SCPHN School Nurse.
- While on clinical placement, all practice must adhere to clinical guidelines, policies, and Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) both on a local and national level. Nottingham CityCare also has values and behaviours for staff to adhere to and staff must follow the NMC Professional Code of Conduct.
- To deliver the healthy child programme within your specialist role within the integrated 0-19 service.
Dimensions
1. STAFF: None
2. Budget: None
3. Area: Childrens Public Health 0-19 Nursing Service
Key Responsibilities
Quality
Interpersonal Skills
- Attends all formal University education and informal work-based learning sessions.
- Completes the academic requirements of the course as directed by the university and Clinical Educators, in accordance with the specialist and organisational role.
- Works with the Clinical Educator (Practice Assessor) and Practice Supervisor to link theoretical knowledge in line with clinical practice.
- Communicates effectively with clients, carers, and all statutory, voluntary, and independent organisations.
- Effectively communicates with staff at all levels with the ability to assess the effectiveness of the communication.
Documentation
- Maintains accurate and contemporaneous documentation, to ensure timely and effective communication in accordance with NMC guidelines and Nottingham City Cares policies and guidance.
- Ensures that all clients needs, are methodically assessed, plans of care are formulated and these are clearly documented and communicated to the practice team. On completion of the episode of care, needs are reassessed, and the effectiveness of the intervention is evaluated.
- Has working knowledge of Clinical Governance and the Data Protection Act to ensure appropriate action is undertaken to maintain patient confidentiality and the protection of patient information.
- Reports all incidents and near misses appropriately as identified in the organisations policy and procedures.
- Agrees clinical learning objectives for embedding theoretical learning in practice, as required by the Clinical Educator. Completes all academic work as set by the University.
Knowledge, Training and Experience
- A Registered Adult/Mental Health/Learning Disabilities/Childrens Nurse or Midwife registered with the NMC.
- Proven post-registration experience.
- Has knowledge of current national government policies and can demonstrate their application to practice.
- Is accountable for own professional actions and decisions.
- Attends all mandatory and essential training as required by the organisation.
- A credible practitioner who demonstrates sound professional, clinical, and practical knowledge and skills.
- Demonstrates an understanding of current and emerging national and local healthcare legislation policies and guidelines in accordance with service delivery.
- Undertakes regular reflections on clinical practice and academic study.
- Demonstrates analytical and assessment skills.
- Recognises the importance of communicating information to the Clinical Educator/Clinical Service Manager/Lead including professional, practical, and academic difficulties as and if they arise.
- Attends regular tripartite meetings with the university, Clinical Educator and Practice Supervisor, to identify learning needs and can recognise own professional limitations.
- Has the ability to evaluate the outcomes of interventions.
- Disseminates the findings of projects/research undertaken to influence the development of services within Nottingham CityCare.
- Is able to work effectively with sound judgement when dealing with complex emotional situations, family dynamics and difficult environments.
Planning and Organisational Skills
- Clearly demonstrates the ability to manage time and resources effectively, in both university and practice settings.
- Has the ability to prioritise workload and demonstrate flexibility in response to urgent needs and develop assumed responsibility for client care.
- Ensures that consent is obtained from clients before delivery of all interventions and information sharing (except when safeguarding procedures are being followed).
Respect client/patient/family autonomy
- Ensures safeguarding of vulnerable children, young people, and adults.
- Works always in accordance with the NMC Code of Professional Conduct and Nottingham City Cares policies and procedures.
- Develops skills to be able to assess, plan, implement and evaluate individualised holistic care.
- Develops competence and confidence in child and adult safeguarding procedures and always follows appropriate policies and procedures at all times.
- Reviews own working practice in conjunction with their Clinical Educator to ensure the effective delivery of a quality service.
- Develops the competence and confidence to refer to GPs, Specialist Practitioners, and other agencies as appropriate.
- Respects the client, family, and carers as individuals, respecting privacy, and dignity always, in a non-judgemental way.
- Acts as patient/client/child advocate as appropriate.
- Acts always in the best interest of the child and family
- Develops the skills to work in innovative ways to meet the needs of the resident population.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Job Purpose
- To undertake the Specialist Community Public Health Nurse (SCPHN) programme combining both theoretical and clinical knowledge.
- To gain a PGDip (Post Graduate Diploma) Specialist Community Public Health Nurse academic qualification. You will gain a public health qualification and gain standards of proficiency to register with the Nursing and Midwifery Council as either a SCPHN Health Visitor or SCPHN School Nurse.
- While on clinical placement, all practice must adhere to clinical guidelines, policies, and Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) both on a local and national level. Nottingham CityCare also has values and behaviours for staff to adhere to and staff must follow the NMC Professional Code of Conduct.
- To deliver the healthy child programme within your specialist role within the integrated 0-19 service.
Dimensions
1. STAFF: None
2. Budget: None
3. Area: Childrens Public Health 0-19 Nursing Service
Key Responsibilities
Quality
Interpersonal Skills
- Attends all formal University education and informal work-based learning sessions.
- Completes the academic requirements of the course as directed by the university and Clinical Educators, in accordance with the specialist and organisational role.
- Works with the Clinical Educator (Practice Assessor) and Practice Supervisor to link theoretical knowledge in line with clinical practice.
- Communicates effectively with clients, carers, and all statutory, voluntary, and independent organisations.
- Effectively communicates with staff at all levels with the ability to assess the effectiveness of the communication.
Documentation
- Maintains accurate and contemporaneous documentation, to ensure timely and effective communication in accordance with NMC guidelines and Nottingham City Cares policies and guidance.
- Ensures that all clients needs, are methodically assessed, plans of care are formulated and these are clearly documented and communicated to the practice team. On completion of the episode of care, needs are reassessed, and the effectiveness of the intervention is evaluated.
- Has working knowledge of Clinical Governance and the Data Protection Act to ensure appropriate action is undertaken to maintain patient confidentiality and the protection of patient information.
- Reports all incidents and near misses appropriately as identified in the organisations policy and procedures.
- Agrees clinical learning objectives for embedding theoretical learning in practice, as required by the Clinical Educator. Completes all academic work as set by the University.
Knowledge, Training and Experience
- A Registered Adult/Mental Health/Learning Disabilities/Childrens Nurse or Midwife registered with the NMC.
- Proven post-registration experience.
- Has knowledge of current national government policies and can demonstrate their application to practice.
- Is accountable for own professional actions and decisions.
- Attends all mandatory and essential training as required by the organisation.
- A credible practitioner who demonstrates sound professional, clinical, and practical knowledge and skills.
- Demonstrates an understanding of current and emerging national and local healthcare legislation policies and guidelines in accordance with service delivery.
- Undertakes regular reflections on clinical practice and academic study.
- Demonstrates analytical and assessment skills.
- Recognises the importance of communicating information to the Clinical Educator/Clinical Service Manager/Lead including professional, practical, and academic difficulties as and if they arise.
- Attends regular tripartite meetings with the university, Clinical Educator and Practice Supervisor, to identify learning needs and can recognise own professional limitations.
- Has the ability to evaluate the outcomes of interventions.
- Disseminates the findings of projects/research undertaken to influence the development of services within Nottingham CityCare.
- Is able to work effectively with sound judgement when dealing with complex emotional situations, family dynamics and difficult environments.
Planning and Organisational Skills
- Clearly demonstrates the ability to manage time and resources effectively, in both university and practice settings.
- Has the ability to prioritise workload and demonstrate flexibility in response to urgent needs and develop assumed responsibility for client care.
- Ensures that consent is obtained from clients before delivery of all interventions and information sharing (except when safeguarding procedures are being followed).
Respect client/patient/family autonomy
- Ensures safeguarding of vulnerable children, young people, and adults.
- Works always in accordance with the NMC Code of Professional Conduct and Nottingham City Cares policies and procedures.
- Develops skills to be able to assess, plan, implement and evaluate individualised holistic care.
- Develops competence and confidence in child and adult safeguarding procedures and always follows appropriate policies and procedures at all times.
- Reviews own working practice in conjunction with their Clinical Educator to ensure the effective delivery of a quality service.
- Develops the competence and confidence to refer to GPs, Specialist Practitioners, and other agencies as appropriate.
- Respects the client, family, and carers as individuals, respecting privacy, and dignity always, in a non-judgemental way.
- Acts as patient/client/child advocate as appropriate.
- Acts always in the best interest of the child and family
- Develops the skills to work in innovative ways to meet the needs of the resident population.
Person Specification
Knowledge and skills
Essential
- Knowledge of public health and government health policies
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Reflective Practitioner
- Understanding of the principles of good leadership and its effect on teams
- Able to work effectively in a multi-disciplinary team, supporting others and challenging colleagues views and attitudes where necessary.
Desirable
- Experience of project management in practice
Special Requirements
Essential
- Ability to be flexible over hours worked within contracted hours to meet the needs of the service
- Full driving licence and the access to a car
Qualifications
Essential
- 1st level Registration (Nurse or Midwife)
- BSc/MSc In Nursing or Midwifery or recent study at BCs/MSc level to meet the University entry requirements
- Evidence of Continuing Professional Development/ Academic Study within the past 5 years
Desirable
- Practice Assessor/Supervisor Training
- Non-medical prescribing (V300) or Community Practitioner Nurse Prescriber (V100)
Experience
Essential
- Post registration experience at time of application
- Evidence of leadership management/experience in challenging situations
- Experience of sharing/delivering health promotion messages.
- Knowledge of safeguarding practice, policy, and procedures.
Desirable
- Experience of working in the community/Public Health
- Experience of working with children, young people, and families
- Experience of situations where change management strategies have been used
- 18 months post registration experience at time of application.
- Evidence of working with diverse or disadvantaged groups
Special Requirements
Essential
- Ability to be flexible over hours worked within contracted hours to meet the needs of the service
- Full driving licence and the access to a car
Person Specification
Knowledge and skills
Essential
- Knowledge of public health and government health policies
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Reflective Practitioner
- Understanding of the principles of good leadership and its effect on teams
- Able to work effectively in a multi-disciplinary team, supporting others and challenging colleagues views and attitudes where necessary.
Desirable
- Experience of project management in practice
Special Requirements
Essential
- Ability to be flexible over hours worked within contracted hours to meet the needs of the service
- Full driving licence and the access to a car
Qualifications
Essential
- 1st level Registration (Nurse or Midwife)
- BSc/MSc In Nursing or Midwifery or recent study at BCs/MSc level to meet the University entry requirements
- Evidence of Continuing Professional Development/ Academic Study within the past 5 years
Desirable
- Practice Assessor/Supervisor Training
- Non-medical prescribing (V300) or Community Practitioner Nurse Prescriber (V100)
Experience
Essential
- Post registration experience at time of application
- Evidence of leadership management/experience in challenging situations
- Experience of sharing/delivering health promotion messages.
- Knowledge of safeguarding practice, policy, and procedures.
Desirable
- Experience of working in the community/Public Health
- Experience of working with children, young people, and families
- Experience of situations where change management strategies have been used
- 18 months post registration experience at time of application.
- Evidence of working with diverse or disadvantaged groups
Special Requirements
Essential
- Ability to be flexible over hours worked within contracted hours to meet the needs of the service
- Full driving licence and the access to a car
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
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Additional information
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
