Registered Community Nurse

Job summary

As a CommunityNurse working in Runcorn and Widnes you will be integral to the care of thepatients during their time with Bridgewater Community Trust is focused onsupporting the Community and helping patients remain independent in their ownhome. You will actively support the District Nursing team by undertakingresponsibility for a delegated caseload. Undertake the assessment, planning andevaluation of patients care needs. Liaise with the District Nurse team toensure information sharing in relation to patient care / changes to care planand the continuity of care and reviewing of complex care packages. You will liaisewith all health care professionals and other agencies to ensure effectiveservice delivery.

Byjoining this Trust you will be coming to work in a supportive and friendlyenvironment, with a team that are forward thinking and proactive. They are awelcoming and friendly team.

There is Trust training available for you toaccess including catheterisation, wound care, DRE Training and Insulinadministration for example. The Trustwould support you to attend the Trust Induction and well as provide localinduction.

Main duties of the job

What youll be responsible for

Promoting the healthand wellbeing within the family unit and community as a whole.

Performing comprehensiveassessment of patient nursing needs as the named nurse.

Plan, assess andevaluate programmes of care according to changing health needs under thedirection of the District Nurse.

To support the team leader in the co-ordinationof complex and continuing care packages.

Maintain accurate records in accordance withNMC.

Attend a multi-disciplinary case conference asthe named nurse if appropriate.

To communicate andcollaborate with other members of the PHCT, voluntary and statutoryorganisations to support individual patient care.

To establish andmaintain effective communication with patients, relatives and carers in complexand potentially challenging situations.

To competentlyperform clinical skills related to the post.

To be professionallyresponsible for a delegated caseload under the supervision of the DistrictNurse.

To assess healthneeds at individual, practice and community level.

To undertake chronicdisease management reviews using appropriate template.

To work without direct supervision

The role will involve, but not be limited to you performing theabove.

About us

Here at NHS Professionals, we run England's largest NHS staff bank and are experts at putting people in places to care. Every year we help thousands of dedicated and highly skilled NHS workers enjoy better career opportunities, more flexible shifts, and a healthier work-life balance across our partnered Trusts.

Career Progression access to Learning & Development opportunities, so that you can take on new roles and challenges

Work-life Balance flexible shifts, committed shifts, wellbeing resources and build paid annual leave

Opportunity & Access over 50 partner NHS Trusts to give you the flexibility of choice to work how and where you want

Job description

Job responsibilities

Job Title: Registered Nurse Bridgewater Community

Trust Location: Runcorn and Widnes

Pay Rates: £, £, £ +Holiday Shift Patterns: Days, Nights,Weekends & Bank Holidays

As a CommunityNurse working in Runcorn and Widnes you will be integral to the care of thepatients during their time with Bridgewater Community Trust is focused onsupporting the Community and helping patients remain independent in their ownhome. You will actively support the District Nursing team by undertakingresponsibility for a delegated caseload. Undertake the assessment, planning andevaluation of patients care needs. Liaise with the District Nurse team toensure information sharing in relation to patient care / changes to care planand the continuity of care and reviewing of complex care packages. You will liaisewith all health care professionals and other agencies to ensure effectiveservice delivery.

Byjoining this Trust you will be coming to work in a supportive and friendlyenvironment, with a team that are forward thinking and proactive. They are awelcoming and friendly team.

There is Trust training available for you toaccess including catheterisation, wound care, DRE Training and Insulinadministration for example. The Trustwould support you to attend the Trust Induction and well as provide localinduction.

Youll receive the following benefits:

First choiceof shifts or placements at your Trust access before they are made available to agency

Wellbeingincentives take advantage ofthe wellbeing hub

Competitivepay rates work this week, get paidnext week

Manage yourshifts and timesheets on the go accessyour My Bank shift portal anywhere, anytime online or through yoursmartphone

Essentialsupport when you need it 24/7 365 days Call us anytime

Multi-locational - work across neighbouring Trusts

Variedworking options to suit your lifestyle access to the Bank gives you options of ad hoc shifts or fixedterm placements

Trainingand development opportunities

Buildholiday allowance for every shift you work

Stakeholderpension scheme available

What youll be responsible for

Promoting the healthand wellbeing within the family unit and community as a whole.

Performing comprehensiveassessment of patient nursing needs as the named nurse.

Plan, assess andevaluate programmes of care according to changing health needs under thedirection of the District Nurse.

To support the team leader in the co-ordinationof complex and continuing care packages.

Maintain accurate records in accordance withNMC.

Attend a multi-disciplinary case conference asthe named nurse if appropriate.

To communicate andcollaborate with other members of the PHCT, voluntary and statutoryorganisations to support individual patient care.

To establish andmaintain effective communication with patients, relatives and carers in complexand potentially challenging situations.

To competentlyperform clinical skills related to the post.

To be professionallyresponsible for a delegated caseload under the supervision of the DistrictNurse.

To assess healthneeds at individual, practice and community level.

To undertake chronicdisease management reviews using appropriate template.

To work without direct supervision

The role will involve, but not be limited to you performing theabove.

Youll need to have the following qualification/experience:

A minimumof 6 months paid experience in a community nursing environment within a CommunityTrust in the last 3 years

Comply withNMC Professional Registration and keep up to date with current nursingpractices

Ensureaccurate records are kept in accordance with CHS policy and NMC guidelines

Undertakeregular mandatory training

*Depending on the Trust, you may require variable additionalcertification and skills.

Who are NHS Professionals?

We are NHS Professionals (NHSP), working together to care forpatients in the NHS. Providing you with the power to decide when, how, andwhere you want to work. Supporting your lifestyle and making you feel part ofthe team and community.

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By joining us you can look forward to a choice of flexible Bankshifts across any of our client Trusts in England, as well as the ability todevelop professionally and gain experience in several wards or areas.

Disclaimer

Please note, you will be contacted by email throughout therecruitment process, so please check your emails, including your junk/spamregularly. We regret we cannot contact everyone who is not selected for aninterview, therefore if you do not hear from us within 21 days after submittingyour application, please assume you have not been successful on this occasion.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

NMC Registration

Experience

Essential

A minimum of 6 months paid experience in a community nursing environment within a Community Trust in the last 3 years

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