Are you looking to progress your leadership skills and be at the forefront of change? We are seeking a Community Nursing Sister/Qualified District Nurse to work within our integrated Primary Care Hub, which covers the South of Bedfordshire. This is a friendly, dedicated and supportive team where professional guidance is readily available. We are an Outstanding Trust where the focus is on the delivery of quality outcomes and improving the patient experience.

Main duties of the job

We are looking for someone who is dynamic and motivated and has the confidence to support, coach and develop individuals to deliver consistently high quality services. You will also be required to manage your own caseload, which will be aligned to the residential homes within the area. Excellent communication and time management skills, and sound clinical knowledge, is essential. A flexible approach is required to accommodate the changing needs of the service along with the drive to influence service development.

About us

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 - so 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.

Job description

Job 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.

For further information, or if you would like to arrange a visit prior to interview, please contact:

Victoria Stone (Team Lead): 07966 991909

Theresa Russell (Team Lead): 07813 538546

Person Specification

Education

Essential

• 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

• Specialist Practitioner Qualification
• Nurse Prescriber

Other

Essential

• Current driving licence
• Ability to travel across sites and across Bedfordshire to meet patient needs and attend meetings, etc

Experience

Essential

• 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

• 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

• Demonstrate an understanding of national government initiatives in health & social care & how they impact on local services

Employer details

Employer name

East London NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Grove View Integrated Care HUb

Court Drive

Dunstable

LU5 4JD

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