Job summary
CLCH Hertfordshire Adult Community Services - CLCH NHS Trust provides a range of Community Services, and the Hertfordshire Division is recruiting!
The post holder will be a member of the ward team, working predominately on day duty, but internal rotation will be necessary onto nights in line with service needs.
The post holder may be required to take responsibility for the shift in the absence of senior staff. The post holder will be responsible for the assessment, planning and evaluation of patient care, following the guidance of the NMC Code of Conduct, Trust and Hospital policies.
A commitment to health promotion, teaching and training is essential.
Main duties of the job
Comply with the ward philosophy of care.
Ensure the agreed standard of individualised nursing care is always provided.
Carry out nursing activities within the guidelines set by the NMC and Central London Community Healthcare NHS Trust, including standards of record keeping and confidentiality.
Have regard for patient's customs, religious beliefs, and doctrines.
Carry out clinical risk assessments in line with patient's individual needs.
Ensure the safe and appropriate administration of mediation in line with Hospital policy and NMC Guidelines.
Ensure patients achieve optimum physical and mental comfort during their ward stay.
Participate in the experience of pre-registered students in placement. Carry out appropriate training and mentoring of pre-registered students and junior staff as requested.
Develop specialist skills and knowledge by participation in group work, committees, and workshops, including Link Nurse/facilitator roles.
At times act as the patient's advocate, raising concerns about services, the Trust, or other agencies.
About us
Just as we care about our patients' well-being, we care about yours!
We can offer you:
- A comprehensive induction into the community service followed by a local induction to introduce you to the role
- Car lease scheme(only available for Band 5 and up)
- Flexible working options
- Annual travel card loan
- Training, support and development in your career
To have a full look at our benefits and what it's like working for us please go here: https://www.clch.nhs.uk/job/pay-and-benefits
Job description
Job responsibilities
**Please refer to job description, person specification and trust values, for outline of skills, knowledge and experience required.**
Job description
Job responsibilities
**Please refer to job description, person specification and trust values, for outline of skills, knowledge and experience required.**
Person Specification
Education/Qualifications
Essential
- RGN/RN with current registration
- NMC Registration
Desirable
- Evidence of continued professional development and post registration training
Experience
Essential
- Understanding of working in a rehabilitation unit or intermediate care setting
- Knowledge of negotiating and liaising within a multi-disciplinary team
- Experience of working with people with complex needs
- Experience of supervising junior staff and coordinating a team on a day to day, regular basis
- Experience of evidence-based care
- Experience of undertaking comprehensive health needs assessment and writing care plans
Desirable
- Broad work in a community hospital setting
Skils and Knowledge
Essential
- Good written and verbal communication skills.
- Phlebotomy/male catheterisation or willingness to undertake training.
Person Specification
Education/Qualifications
Essential
- RGN/RN with current registration
- NMC Registration
Desirable
- Evidence of continued professional development and post registration training
Experience
Essential
- Understanding of working in a rehabilitation unit or intermediate care setting
- Knowledge of negotiating and liaising within a multi-disciplinary team
- Experience of working with people with complex needs
- Experience of supervising junior staff and coordinating a team on a day to day, regular basis
- Experience of evidence-based care
- Experience of undertaking comprehensive health needs assessment and writing care plans
Desirable
- Broad work in a community hospital setting
Skils and Knowledge
Essential
- Good written and verbal communication skills.
- Phlebotomy/male catheterisation or willingness to undertake training.
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).
Employer details
Employer name
Central London Community Health Trust
Address
ST PETERS WARD
HEMEL HEMPSTEAD HOSPITAL, HILLFIELD ROAD,
HEMEL HEMPSTEAD
HP24AD
Employer's website
https://clch.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
