We are seeking to appoint RGNs as Specialist Nurse Practitioners, with the District Nursing qualification, to join the Rotherham Community Health Service. Interested candidates must have the Community Specialist Practitioners Degree District Nursing or expect to successfully complete this year. Please ensure you read the attached job description and person specification to ensure you meet the essential requirements for this position before submitting your application. You must be able to manage a caseload, lead a team and provide a high standard of nursing care. In addition, you will be able to demonstrate effective communication and interpersonal skills. Nurse Prescribing and teaching qualifications would be advantageous although not essential. As a District Nurse you will be responsible for supporting your team to deliver high quality patient care, utilising results from clinical audit to support you to do this. We are seeking pro-active practitioners who will embrace case management and the challenges posed by the current political climate. The post will require the relevant disclosure check with the Criminal Records Bureau. For further information, please contact: Louise Johnson 07789932629 Please apply via www.jobs.nhs.uk using the online application form. Please note:- The Trust will only accept on-line applications for all vacancies. This vacancy will close before the advertised closing date if sufficient applications are received.

Main duties of the job

The post holder will support the Locality Lead Nurse as required, across a range of duties and deputise in his/her absence as appropriate within the grading of this post The post holder will have continuing responsibility for overall management of a clinical caseload and be responsible for the leadership and management of a nursing team in the provision of a high quality, clinically effective District Nursing Service. Contribute towards the continual development of the District nursing service and integrated Health and Social Care Service by attending planning groups and working parties as appropriate and by ensuring that high standards of clinical practice are maintained and monitored

About us

The Rotherham NHS Foundation Trust (TRFT) is a combined acute and community Trust serving our local population of around 270,000 people. Our vision is to always act the right way and be proud to provide exceptional healthcare to the communities of Rotherham.

As a Trust we are on a journey to excellence and our people and culture are at the heart of everything we do for patients. In the latest NHS Staff Survey, we are the second most improved Trust in England for would you recommend the Trust as a place to work?, and were one of the most improved for staff engagement overall.

But dont just take our word for it each year hundreds of colleagues receive nominations for our Excellence and Proud awards, showcasing our brilliant people and recognising their achievements. Our people make a difference to the lives of patients every day and we are proud of the improvements we are making.

All of our 5,100 colleagues are key to our improvement journey, and we are continuing to improve our services by upholding the Trusts values of Ambitious, Caring and Together. If you are passionate about making a difference, then please apply to join us on our journey to excellence.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see the attached Job Description and Person Specification for full details of the role and responsibilities

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Experience of caseload and team management
• Experience of the development of individualised care plans and associated process
• Experience of working in a multi-disciplinary team
• Demonstrates personal and professional maturity
• Demonstrates responsibility and awareness of service user needs

Qualifications

Essential

• District Nursing Qualification
• Evidence of continuous professional development

Desirable

• Proven post qualification experience
• Nurse Prescribing qualification

knowledge

Essential

• Demonstrate a clear understanding of community nursing, primary and social care

Registration

Essential

• Registered Nurse (General Adult) with current Registration

Employer details

Employer name

The Rotherham NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Wickersley Health Centre

Poplar Glade

Wickersley

Rotherham

South Yorkshire

S66 2JQ

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