Job summary
The States of Guernsey is seeking a Band 6 Senior Staff Nurse for Adult Community Servicey to join their team at Adult Community Services.The roll will entail being respoonsible for overseeing appropriate standards of assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation programmes of care delivered to a group of patients/clients within the community setting.
Main duties of the job
Is responsible for overseeing appropriate standards of assessment,
planning, implementation and evaluation programmes of care delivered to a group of patients/clients within the community setting
Act as a leader, advisor and role model to less experienced nurses,
ensuring appropriate care is implemented and maintained.
Be involved in implementing and monitoring quality assurance
initiatives. This includes devising action plans and measuring outcomes.
Be involved in the development of, and participate in, teaching
programmes for qualified and unqualified staff and students.
Act as an assessor to students, mentor to newly qualified staff and
clinical supervisor.
Participate in the delivery of professional development programmes to meet the needs of registered and unqualified nursing staff.
Take charge of the twilight /night service on a regular basis acting as
the nominated deputy to the person with twilight/nights accountability.
Covering twilight and night duty act as duty nurse for adult community services
Assist the band 7 to undertake individual performance review of nursing staff at Band 5 and below.
Work toward attaining specific objectives that are agreed with and
reviewed by the team leader on a regular basis.
About us
The Island of Guernsey is in the English Channel in the Bay of St Malo, 50km off the north-west coast of France and 120km from the English coast.
Guernsey has a population of around 63,000 and in Alderney just under 2,000. Working in a relatively small Health and Social Care Service like ours means you can effectively work with colleagues across the services, health and social care professionals can collaborate not only with each other but also other agencies, the third sector and the community.
We offer an attractive relocation policy and competitive salaries with great career opportunities, modern facilities, excellent training, revalidation and registration support and a healthy work-life balance.
As a health or social care professional who chooses to join our team, you can look forward to working in an environment that gives you the time to care that you hoped for when choosing this career.
Job description
Job responsibilities
CLINICAL:
Organise the effective acceptance of referrals to the team using the TRAK system
In conjunction with the District Nurse/Team Leader, supervise and advise nursing staff within the department on the management, organisation and delivery of nursing care.
In conjunction with the District Nurse/Team Leader ensure that agreed policies, protocols and procedures are adhered to in the delivery of patients/clients care.
Ensure colleagues are maintaining standards of care by carrying out regular audit/evaluation of clinical standards and agreeing action plans. Take appropriate action where performance does not meet required standards.
Take reasonable measures to ensure that own and others nursing care is based on current sound evidence based research.
Maintain accurate records of care in accordance with the NMC Standards, clinical standards and Health and Social Care policies using paper records and TRAK recording systems
Assess individual patient/client handling, transferring and lifting needs, documenting how they will be met safely and effectively on the care plan, and ensure these are evaluated and reviewed as the patients condition changes.
Communicate information to ensure the management of patient care is appropriate and adequately understood by those who are expected to deliver it.
Take all reasonable steps to safeguard the welfare and safety of patients, staff and oneself in accordance with Health and Safety at Work (General) Guernsey 1987.
Plan for the effective safe discharge/transfers of patients and liaise with other appropriate health professionals and agencies
MANAGERIAL:
Act as leader to a team of nurses giving them advice and support as necessary.
Be familiar with the role and responsibilities of the District Nurse/ team leader and be able to manage delegated responsibilities in his/her absence.
Support the District Nurse/ team leader in implementing and managing change or new initiatives.
Assist the District Nurse to undertake individual performance review of nursing staff at Band 5 and below.
Report and record all accidents according to policy taking appropriate action.
Report at time of occurrence any incidents or complaints and complete accurate records.
Be conversant with the fire, MIP, and other emergency procedures and be able to lead to take the appropriate action.
Be knowledgeable and adhere to agreed procedures to maintain community equipment, report any delays in action or suggest need for replacement to District Nurse
EDUCATIONAL:
In conjunction with the District nurse and practice development, develop training programmes to enable students and learners to achieve objectives.
Act as assessor to students and learners, and give support to other assessors within the area.
Act as mentor and supervisor to newly qualified staff allocated to work on the community and assist them to identify their learning needs
In conjunction with the practitioner development facilitate programmes to meet the learning needs of new staff members and assess their competence levels.
Participate in teaching sessions within the clinical area and, if approved by the Service Manager, at the Institute of Health Studies.
Assist the District Nurse/Team Leader in identifying the educational and developmental needs of all staff.
Assist the Team Leader and Service Manager to implement clinical supervision on the twilight/night service
COMMUNICATION:
Maintain and evaluate effective communication links with all disciplines, teams and departments.
Organise and chair meetings as agreed with the Team Leader
Attend and participate in departmental and team meetings.
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT:
Identify own educational and professional development needs by a means of reflective practice and formal appraisal
Participate as required in the recruitment and selection procedures of new staff to the department including department induction
Assist with the co-ordination of duty rosters for all staff.
Adhere to NMC Code of Professional Conduct and adhere to NMC standards. Be aware of advisory papers published by NMC that are appropriate to area of practice.
Ensure NMC Registration is maintained and revalidation is under taken 3 yearly.
Job description
Job responsibilities
CLINICAL:
Organise the effective acceptance of referrals to the team using the TRAK system
In conjunction with the District Nurse/Team Leader, supervise and advise nursing staff within the department on the management, organisation and delivery of nursing care.
In conjunction with the District Nurse/Team Leader ensure that agreed policies, protocols and procedures are adhered to in the delivery of patients/clients care.
Ensure colleagues are maintaining standards of care by carrying out regular audit/evaluation of clinical standards and agreeing action plans. Take appropriate action where performance does not meet required standards.
Take reasonable measures to ensure that own and others nursing care is based on current sound evidence based research.
Maintain accurate records of care in accordance with the NMC Standards, clinical standards and Health and Social Care policies using paper records and TRAK recording systems
Assess individual patient/client handling, transferring and lifting needs, documenting how they will be met safely and effectively on the care plan, and ensure these are evaluated and reviewed as the patients condition changes.
Communicate information to ensure the management of patient care is appropriate and adequately understood by those who are expected to deliver it.
Take all reasonable steps to safeguard the welfare and safety of patients, staff and oneself in accordance with Health and Safety at Work (General) Guernsey 1987.
Plan for the effective safe discharge/transfers of patients and liaise with other appropriate health professionals and agencies
MANAGERIAL:
Act as leader to a team of nurses giving them advice and support as necessary.
Be familiar with the role and responsibilities of the District Nurse/ team leader and be able to manage delegated responsibilities in his/her absence.
Support the District Nurse/ team leader in implementing and managing change or new initiatives.
Assist the District Nurse to undertake individual performance review of nursing staff at Band 5 and below.
Report and record all accidents according to policy taking appropriate action.
Report at time of occurrence any incidents or complaints and complete accurate records.
Be conversant with the fire, MIP, and other emergency procedures and be able to lead to take the appropriate action.
Be knowledgeable and adhere to agreed procedures to maintain community equipment, report any delays in action or suggest need for replacement to District Nurse
EDUCATIONAL:
In conjunction with the District nurse and practice development, develop training programmes to enable students and learners to achieve objectives.
Act as assessor to students and learners, and give support to other assessors within the area.
Act as mentor and supervisor to newly qualified staff allocated to work on the community and assist them to identify their learning needs
In conjunction with the practitioner development facilitate programmes to meet the learning needs of new staff members and assess their competence levels.
Participate in teaching sessions within the clinical area and, if approved by the Service Manager, at the Institute of Health Studies.
Assist the District Nurse/Team Leader in identifying the educational and developmental needs of all staff.
Assist the Team Leader and Service Manager to implement clinical supervision on the twilight/night service
COMMUNICATION:
Maintain and evaluate effective communication links with all disciplines, teams and departments.
Organise and chair meetings as agreed with the Team Leader
Attend and participate in departmental and team meetings.
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT:
Identify own educational and professional development needs by a means of reflective practice and formal appraisal
Participate as required in the recruitment and selection procedures of new staff to the department including department induction
Assist with the co-ordination of duty rosters for all staff.
Adhere to NMC Code of Professional Conduct and adhere to NMC standards. Be aware of advisory papers published by NMC that are appropriate to area of practice.
Ensure NMC Registration is maintained and revalidation is under taken 3 yearly.
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- 2 years Community Experience at band 5 or above
Qualifications
Essential
- First Level Registration
- A minimum of two years post registration experience of which one year must be at Band 5 in an appropriate clinical environment
- Current and valid driving license
- Completed an approved mentor preparation course at level 2 or equivalent
- A or D32/33 VQ Assessors Award or mentor qualification
Desirable
- Evidence of Managerial training at certificate or diploma level
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- 2 years Community Experience at band 5 or above
Qualifications
Essential
- First Level Registration
- A minimum of two years post registration experience of which one year must be at Band 5 in an appropriate clinical environment
- Current and valid driving license
- Completed an approved mentor preparation course at level 2 or equivalent
- A or D32/33 VQ Assessors Award or mentor qualification
Desirable
- Evidence of Managerial training at certificate or diploma level
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).
