Specialist Community Mental Health Practitioner
1 month ago
Job Overview
We are seeking a dynamic and motivated Community Nursing Sister/Qualified District Nurse to work within our integrated Primary Care Hub, covering the South of Bedfordshire. This is a friendly, dedicated, and supportive team where professional guidance is readily available.
Main Duties of the Job
The successful candidate will be required to manage their own caseload, aligned to the residential homes within the area. Excellent communication and time management skills, and sound clinical knowledge, are essential. A flexible approach is required to accommodate the changing needs of the service, along with the drive to influence service development.
Working for Our Organisation
Our mission is to make a positive difference to people's lives by improving the quality of life for all we serve. Our values are: We Care, We Respect, We are Inclusive. We are looking for people who live and breathe these qualities when supporting service users and carers, and in their relationships with colleagues in the Trust and our partner organisations.
Detailed Job Description and Main Responsibilities
We offer excellent development opportunities and training that can be directed towards your needs/goals. You must have a driving license and have access to a vehicle in order to carry out your duties. You will be required to work a shift pattern covering 7 days a week, 08:00-16:00 or 13:00-21:00. The post is 30 hours per week.
Person Specification
Education
Essential Criteria
- Registered General Nurse
- Demonstrate evidence-based practice and up-to-date clinical skills
- Evidence of significant post-registration nursing experience, including community setting
- Post-registration qualification in a relevant clinical field
- Relevant teaching/mentorship qualification and evidence of teaching skills
- Post-registration nursing experience, including community experience
Desirable Criteria
- Specialist Practitioner Qualification
- Nurse Prescriber
Other
Essential Criteria
- Current driving license
- Ability to travel across sites and across Bedfordshire to meet patient needs and attend meetings, etc
Experience
Essential Criteria
- Evidence of and commitment to multi-professional working
- Understanding of the interface between primary and secondary care
- Comprehensive understanding of partnership working
- Ability to manage a caseload
Knowledge
Essential Criteria
- Literate in IT/Computer Skills
- Knowledge of the principles of Safeguarding of Vulnerable Adults and Children
- Knowledge of the principles of health promotion and prevention of illness
- Good oral communication skills based on fluency on the English language
Desirable Criteria
- Demonstrate an understanding of national government initiatives in health & social care & how they impact on local services
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