See more Collapse

Community Nursing Sister

2 months ago

Thatcham, United Kingdom Berkshire Healthcare Foundation Trust Full time

Job summary

District Community Nursing Sister/Charge Nurse

If you are seeking a a new challenge, more flexible working hours that fit in with your work life balance than look no further

We have vacancies across our Trust in Newbury, Wokingham, Slough, Windsor & Maidenhead.

In this role you will provide support and leadership to a great team and join a team that provides a catalogue of care and pride themselves on their commitment to the well-being of the community. Ideally the candidate will bring with them clinical experience of working with adults in a community setting. In return we will offer an excellent package including the opportunity to further train and develop, we want to see you grow

Your working hours will be Monday to Friday (with some weekend and late shifts work on a rotation basis). We welcome applicants who would like to work part-time or on a job share. A full UK driving licence and the use of a car for work purposes is essential for this role.

We really are a great place to work, rated outstanding by the Care Quality Commission we look forward to welcoming your application. Contact details are shown below should you wish to discuss the role, we would love to hear from you

Main duties of the job

We are seeking an enthusiastic and experienced nurse, with a warm personality and great people skills. You will be willing to undertake relevant training, have leadership experience and be able to demonstrate innovative practice. Show effective management skills, you will take responsibility for caseload management of housebound patients with multiple nursing need in the community.

You will be responsible for ensuring high quality evidence-based care for patients, their families, and carers in the community.

Responsible for a complex and diverse caseload, actively working to prevent admission to the acute sector and supporting patients in their preferred place of care. Responsible for maintaining detailed, accurate and confidential patient records, adhering to Trust policies. Leading an effective supportive team, working together to provide clinical advice and support to other staff and patients. Responsible for the management of a defined caseload of patients, with continuing responsibility for the assessment of care needs, the development, implementation, and evaluation of care programmers. Accountable for the standards of care and for determining the activity of your team. This will include acting as a role model for staff, sharing learning and developing practice.

About us

Berkshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust isa specialist mental health and community health services trust. Rated 'outstanding' by the CQC, we're committed to providing the best possible care to people across Berkshire.

We value diversity and are proud to be a Stonewall Top 100 Employer.We work hard to create an inclusive environment where you'll be supported by friendly and professional colleagues to flourish.

Our values at Berkshire Healthcare:

Caring for and about you is our top priority Committed to providing good quality, safe services Working Together with you to develop innovative solutions

We welcome people who share these values to come and work for us.

Benefits of working for us include:

Flexible working options to support work-life balance. 27 days' annual leave rising with service + opportunity to buy and sell Generous NHS pension scheme Excellent learning and career development opportunities 'Cycle to Work' and car leasing scheme Access to a range of wellbeing tools and services Discounts at hundreds of popular retailers and restaurants Staff networks for race, diversity, disabilities and armed forces community to support equality Generous maternity, paternity, adoption and special leave. Free parking across Trust sites Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see attached job description for more information about this role and working at Berkshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust.

The must haves for this role:

A desire to develop leadership and management skills A passion for community nursing, that matches our passion to provide excellent healthcare for our patients within their own home Adult nursing qualification along with NMC registration A full UK Driving Licence and have use of a car for work purposes

We are committed to equal opportunities and welcome applications from all sections of the community, regardless of any protected characteristics. Reasonable adjustments will be made for disabled applicants where required.

Person Specification

Education/Qualifications/Training

Essential

Registered Nurse - Adult Active on the Mentor Register Evidence of Leadership & Management development Recognised coaching qualification or willing to undertake

Desirable

Specialist Practitioner qualification (DN Degree, diploma or Certificate in District Nursing) Non-Medical Prescriber/Nurse Prescriber Qualification

Continuous Professional Development

Essential

Evidence of continuing professional development (CPD) Evidence of a current CPD portfolio

Previous Experience

Essential

Experience in mentoring and assessing both pre and post reg. nurses in a community setting. Evidence of clinical leadership within a community nursing environment including Mentoring/assessing in practice Recruitment and selection Risk and Incident Reporting (Root Cause Analysis) and supporting teams in learning from findings. Clinical Leadership course or willingness to undertake Able to manage own workload and support others Able to conduct courageous conversations and support staff with performance related issues At least 2 years Community Nursing experience at Band 6. Experience of leadership within a team.

Desirable

Coaching Clinical Leadership course or willingness to undertake

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Essential

Understanding of the role of Community Nursing Able to work autonomously High levels of effective communication, influencing and interpersonal skills. Good organisational skills. Able to motivate self and teams to positively manage change Reinforce within the service the need to view users holistically and promote self-care and independence. Work collaboratively with their counterparts from teams in other provider organisations to develop a seamless service. Effective role model and motivates staff within the service by being highly visible, approachable and communicative at all levels; utilising effective written, oral and presentation skills. Develops strong interpersonal relationships, ensuring that staffs are given the support to develop and grow into roles. Ability to support staff to undertake clinical duties, implementing evidence-based practice. Ability to influence and problem solve. Creative and innovative approach to service development Applies policies and procedures effectively to manage risk Demonstrates cultural awareness Demonstrates flexibility to deal with the needs of unscheduled services and able to prioritise workloads and work under pressure. Understands the business needs of the organisation and shares all available information with the service ensuring people understand latest developments and their relevance Knowledge of current DH documents/government legislation and recommendations. Willingness to undertake further qualifications and develop expertise in identified areas. Participation in audit. Able to utilise IT and various media in order to support data collection

Additional Requirements

Essential

Able to demonstrate recent innovative practice. Able to work flexibly across service areas to enhance quality of service provision. Valid full UK licence with confidence to drive during and in unusual environments with use of car for work purposes. A degree of agility and the ability to manoeuvre light to moderate loads. Able to work bank holidays, weekends and unsocial hours to meet service needs. Able to work in challenging environments.

We have other current jobs related to this field that you can find below

  • Community Nursing Administrator

    4 weeks ago

    Thatcham, United Kingdom Berkshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust Full time

    Looking for a new challenge and a chance to work in the NHS, making a difference in your community? Looking for a job role that allows you to use administration and secretarial skills to support Community Nursing professionals? Why not consider working in support services, providing support and back up to front line clinical staff? Here in the Community...

  • Registered Nurse

    2 weeks ago

    Thatcham, West Berkshire, United Kingdom Berkshire Healthcare Foundation Trust Full time

    Job summary The post will involve working both day and night duties. This could predominantly be night duty depending on service cover. We are a dynamic and progressive community hospital setting and as a Band 5 Registered Nurse you work to support the Ward Sisters in the assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of patient care. Experience in...

  • Registered Nurse

    2 weeks ago

    Thatcham, United Kingdom Berkshire Healthcare Foundation Trust Full time

    Job summary The post will involve working both day and night duties. This could predominantly be night duty depending on service cover. We are a dynamic and progressive community hospital setting and as a Band 5 Registered Nurse you work to support the Ward Sisters in the assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of patient care. Experience...

  • Nursing Associate

    3 weeks ago

    Thatcham, United Kingdom Berkshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust Full time

    An opportunity has arisen to join our Community Nursing Team as a Band 4 Nursing Associate working as an integral part of a Community Nursing service within the Newbury locality. If you interested in: - Working with a progressive group of professionals that have the patient's needs at its centre - Having the autonomy and the ability to exercise clinical...

  • Health Care Assistant with Pmva

    2 weeks ago

    Thatcham, West Berkshire, United Kingdom Pro Nursing Healthcare Full time

    Healthcare Assistant with Mental Health experience and PMVAAre you caring, empathetic and understanding person?Pro Nursing Healthcare is looking for dedicated, compassionate and caring Healthcare Assistant to provide ongoing shift coverage within a clinic that provides residential service for men and women with a range of learning disabilities.Working within...

  • Trainee Dental Nurse

    4 weeks ago

    Thatcham, United Kingdom Rodericks Dental Full time

    Job Introduction Trainee Dental Nurse Location: RG18 3HH, Thatcham Sat Morning 8,30 to Tuesday Thurs Friday to At Rodericks Dental Partners we are committed to improving lives through quality dentistry – together. We do this by ensuring we reward you financially and personally as you develop your career by offering you great incentives,...

  • Trainee Dental Nurse

    3 weeks ago

    Thatcham, United Kingdom Rodericks Dental Full time

    Job Introduction Trainee Dental Nurse (Apprenticeship) Rodericks Dental Partners Thatcham, RG18 3HH Tuesdays to Thursday to Friday to ; Sat morning am to 12pm   At Rodericks Dental Partners we are committed to improving lives through quality dentistry – together. We do this by ensuring we reward you financially and personally as you...

  • Community Matron

    1 week ago

    Thatcham, United Kingdom Berkshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust Full time

    Would you like to be a part of our forward-thinking proactive Community matron service in Newbury West Berkshire? The Community Matron Team in is an integral part of our Community Nursing team and have a leading role in the management of patients with complex long-term conditions, preventing unnecessary admissions to hospital and supporting patients within...

  • Clinical Nurse Specialist

    4 weeks ago

    Thatcham, United Kingdom Sue Ryder Full time

    Job summary Be there when it matters There has never been a more important time to provide high quality, specialist end-of-life care to support patients and their families. About us We offer a range of services in Berkshire from three sites: Sue Ryder Duchess of Kent Hospice, Wokingham Day Hospice and Sue Ryder Palliative Care Hub Berkshire. At...

  • Dental Nurse or Experienced Trainee

    4 weeks ago

    Thatcham, United Kingdom Envisage Dental Full time

    Job description We don’t hire good dental nurses… we hire great dental nurses, so if you’re a great dental nurse or have the potential to be with the support of a caring practice then read on. Here at  Cedar Dental Care , we currently have an opening for a  Qualified Dental Nurse  or  Experienced Trainee with chairside experience  to join...

  • Office Administrator

    3 weeks ago

    Thatcham, United Kingdom Precision Dental Studio Full time

    Responsibilities: Answering the phone in a timely manner, checking any queries that may need to be answered. Helping with the unpacking of the jobs when needed to cover sickness or annul leave. Helping with booking in/out jobs into the Labtrac system when needed to cover sickness and annual leave. Requesting of photos from dental practices were indicated...

  • Office Administrator

    2 weeks ago

    Thatcham, West Berkshire, United Kingdom Precision Dental Studio Full time

    Responsibilities:Answering the phone in a timely manner, checking any queries that may need to be answered.Helping with the unpacking of the jobs when needed to cover sickness or annul leave.Helping with booking in/out jobs into the Labtrac system when needed to cover sickness and annual leave.Requesting of photos from dental practices were indicated on the...

  • Business Support Lead

    3 weeks ago

    Thatcham, United Kingdom Berkshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust Full time

    We are seeking to recruit a highly motivated and experienced Band 4 Business Support Lead to manage and coordinate our administration team. The post holder will work as a member of the Community Nursing Team - West Berkshire, providing a high level of confidential administrative support to the Community Nursing Service Manager and wider Community Nursing...

  • Adhoc Rmn Shifts in Thatcham

    4 weeks ago

    Thatcham, United Kingdom Service Care Solutions - Criminal Justice Full time

    **Staff Nurse - Mental health/ Learning Disability** **Salary**: £26ltd ph - £30ltd ph Location: Thatcham Service Care Recruitment Agency are currently looking for a registered Mental Health Nurse and/ or a Learning Disability Nurse to work ADHOC shifts or a block booking contract with a private Medium Mental Health Service in Berkshire. This service...

  • Phlebotomist

    3 weeks ago

    Thatcham, United Kingdom Berkshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust Full time

    **22.5 hours per week** The Community Nursing Team in West Berkshire (Newbury) is an integral part of our Long-Term Conditions and Frailty Services. We are proud to say that our recent CQC inspection rated our services as Outstanding. The team has a wide range of skill mix from band 3 Health Care Assistants through to band 7 Community Matrons. We have...

  • Dental Hygienist

    4 weeks ago

    Thatcham, United Kingdom TDR Dental Full time

    Dental Hygienist / Berkshire / Part time TDR Dental are assisting a dental practice in Berkshire to recruit a Dental Hygienist to join their practice. - We are looking for a Dental Hygienist to join our well - established Dental Practice in Thatcham, Berkshire. - Required start date May 2024. - 3 days available Monday, Tuesday and Wednesdays. - Hourly rates...

  • Advanced Practitioner

    2 weeks ago

    Thatcham, United Kingdom Berkshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust Full time

    An exciting opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic Advanced Nurse or Paramedic to join our CQC rated ‘Outstanding’ Trust, within our Urgent Care Service. The post is for 27 hours per week. Our Primary Care Centre is open 7 days a week from 6.30pm until midnight and at weekends from 8am until midnight. Our Minor Injuries Unit is open 7 days a week...

  • Healthcare Assistant

    1 week ago

    Thatcham, United Kingdom NHS Professionals Full time

    **Band 2 Bank Healthcare Assistant - General acute** **West Berkshire Community Hospital, Rehabilitation Inpatient Unit, Thatcham, RG18 3AS** **Berkshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust** Do you want to earn extra money with the flexibility to work around your lifestyle? We are looking for experienced Support Workers to play a vital role in developing and...

  • Patient Flow Coordinator

    4 weeks ago

    Thatcham, United Kingdom Berkshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust Full time

    An exciting opportunity has arisen to join our Inpatient department as a Patient Flow Co-Ordinator. Your role will involve working along side nursing and therapy staff to facilitate the admission in to and discharge of patients from our wards in an administrator capacity. The role involves both office based and patient facing elements. Good IT and...

  • Senior Healthcare Assistant

    2 weeks ago

    Thatcham, United Kingdom Berkshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust Full time

    Would you like to be part of an innovative team of nurses that strive for quality and excellence in a bright, modern Community Hospital? The post is rotational for day and night shifts across two inpatient wards. We are pioneers in compassionate leadership and Quality Improvement, which is about creating a culture where everyone has a voice and where...