Community Sickle Cell and Thalassaemia Nurse
4 weeks ago
Position Overview
We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Community Nurse specializing in Haemoglobinopathies to join our team. This role is integral to enhancing the quality of care for individuals affected by sickle cell disease and thalassaemia within our community.
Are you ready to contribute to improving healthcare services and tackling health disparities? This position offers a unique chance to utilize your expertise in a meaningful way, focusing on prevention and health promotion to enhance the well-being of our patients.
This is an exceptional opportunity to demonstrate your nursing skills while supporting the delivery of specialized haemoglobinopathy services in the community. Collaborating with multidisciplinary teams, the successful candidate will play a vital role in the ongoing development of a high-quality service.
Main Responsibilities
The Community Nurse will work closely with haemoglobinopathy teams to ensure the effective delivery of care. Key responsibilities include:
- Providing health education and self-management guidance to minimize the risk of acute episodes and reduce hospital admissions.
- Promoting adherence to preventive measures, including vaccinations and prophylactic treatments.
- Addressing social determinants of health that affect condition management and overall quality of life, while connecting patients to local resources.
- Building trusting relationships with patients and their families.
- Offering targeted support to frequent users of secondary care services, including facilitating access to existing programs.
- Delivering in-reach services to secondary care settings.
- Collaborating with colleagues across primary, secondary, and social care to ensure continuity of care.
- Implementing individualized care plans for patients in various settings.
Working with Us
North Middlesex University Hospital is part of an integrated care system that includes various NHS and local authority organizations. We are committed to working collaboratively with our partners to achieve shared goals and improve health outcomes for our community.
We value our staff and prioritize their professional development, ensuring they are equipped to provide exceptional clinical care. Our institution also serves as a training hub for medical and nursing students.
Detailed Job Description and Responsibilities
- Empower patients and caregivers through health education, enabling informed decisions regarding their care.
- Enhance compliance with preventive health measures, including vaccinations and medications.
- Guide patients in self-management strategies to prevent exacerbations of their conditions.
- Address lifestyle factors impacting health and connect patients with appropriate support services.
- Act as an advocate for patients, applying ethical and professional knowledge to meet diverse healthcare needs.
- Provide focused support to high-intensity users of healthcare services, facilitating access to relevant programs.
- Engage with patients prior to appointments to reduce non-attendance rates.
- Implement individualized care plans across all settings.
- Advise on medication management at home, including dosages and non-pharmacological techniques, with regular follow-ups to monitor effectiveness.
- Utilize advanced prescribing skills as appropriate.
- Deliver in-reach services to secondary care facilities.
- Organize and facilitate patient-led education sessions and outreach programs.
- Promote best practices in line with evidence-based guidelines.
- Provide timely nursing interventions, seeking senior support when necessary.
- Recognize when a patient's needs exceed personal clinical capabilities and consult with senior team members.
- Contribute to a multidisciplinary approach for managing patients referred to community services.
- Collaborate with haematology teams to facilitate timely discharge planning and community service access.
- Offer personalized advice and support to patients and their families to prepare for discharge.
- Support nurse-led clinics, interpreting results and contributing to multidisciplinary team discussions.
- Participate in community multidisciplinary team meetings.
Person Specification
Education and Qualifications
Essential Criteria
- Registered Adult Nurse with the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC).
- Relevant qualifications and experience in nursing.
Desirable Criteria
- Qualified non-medical prescriber.
Skills and Abilities
Essential Criteria
- Ability to manage competing priorities in a dynamic environment.
- Integration of nursing knowledge with clinical practice.
- Phlebotomy skills.
- Proficient in IT, including Microsoft Office applications.
Experience
Essential Criteria
- Post-registration nursing experience.
- Knowledge of sickle cell disease and thalassaemia.
- Experience in managing a caseload.
- Evidence of collaborative working across disciplines.
- Experience in safeguarding adults and understanding of equality and diversity issues.
Personal Qualities
Essential Criteria
- Approachable and open demeanor.
- Ability to work independently with strong organizational skills.
- Self-motivated and capable of collaborative teamwork.
- Commitment to team collaboration.
Communication Skills
Essential Criteria
- Ability to educate patients, families, and staff on self-care and nursing practices.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, adaptable to complex situations.
Values
Essential Criteria
- Demonstrable alignment with Trust values.
Other Requirements
Essential Criteria
- Ability to travel independently across various sites.
- Flexibility in service delivery, including occasional evening and weekend work.
We reserve the right to close vacancies prior to the advertised closing date once a sufficient number of applications have been received.
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