Community Healthcare Specialist

2 weeks ago


Margate, Kent, United Kingdom Kent Community Health NHS Foundation Trust Full time

About the Role


As a Community Healthcare Specialist, you will play a vital role in delivering high-quality care to patients in their own homes. You will work closely with a multidisciplinary team to assess and manage the complex needs of individuals, providing holistic and patient-centered care that is tailored to their specific requirements.



Main Responsibilities


• Assess and manage the nursing needs of patients in their own homes, working closely with family members and carers to develop personalized care plans.
• Provide wound management, palliative, and end-of-life care, as well as symptom control and catheter care, to patients with complex needs.
• Collaborate with other healthcare professionals to ensure seamless transitions of care and effective communication.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of patient care, adhering to Trust policies and procedures.
• Participate in clinical audits and service development, contributing to the improvement of patient care and services.



About Us


Kent Community Health NHS Foundation Trust is a leading provider of community health services, committed to delivering high-quality care to patients in their own homes. We value compassion, inspiration, responsiveness, and excellence, and we are passionate about building a positive patient experience. Join us in making a difference in the lives of our patients and their families.



Person Specification


Essential:



  • Registered Healthcare Professional with relevant Professional body (1st Level Nurse/ NMC)
  • Degree in a health relevant subject or willingness to complete a degree (within 3 years of appointment)
  • Experience of recent community/acute healthcare gained through education or work experience placement or previous employment
  • Awareness of professional issues and recent developments in the NHS
  • Knowledge of up-to-date clinical practice
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills (verbal and written)
  • Ability to motivate and organise others to ensure best practice
  • Ability to work under pressure
  • Flexible and adaptable
  • Able to support the implementation of local and national agenda for health under the guidance of the team lead / ward manager
  • Ability to prioritise care delivery in a professional manner, taking into account Trust policies and procedures

Desirable:



  • Mentoring qualification equivalent


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