Closing Date: 20.01.25 (this may change dependent on response)

Shortlisting to take place after closing date: commencing 21.01.25

Interview expected to take place in the week following shortlisting: commencing 28.01.25

An exciting opportunity for a qualified and highly motivated registered nurse to join the expanding Elderly virtual ward team to deliver frailty in reach into A+E and to support the development of a front door frailty same day assessment unit.

The successful post holder will work as a dynamic and proactive specialist nurse within our very successful and developing Integrated Frailty service. The service operates over 7 days and provides the frail population of Bradford the benefit of a holistic Comprehensive Geriatric Assessment.

You will be based at the front end of the hospital, working collaboratively to start the assessment process from the moment the patient arrives in the emergency department or our assessment wards, including the frailty same day emergency care unit.

As a team member you will be part of a friendly, supportive, and professional integrated team which comprises of Consultants , Geriatricians, Nurses, Occupational Therapists, Physiotherapist, Coordinators, Advanced Clinical Practitioners, Pharmacists, Social services and Community services.

Main duties of the job

At Bradford Teaching Hospitals we're passionate about providing outstanding care for the people of the Bradford district and communities across the North of England. We're keen to meet people interested in sharing our passion and helping us continue to deliver the highest quality of care to our patients.

We're a renowned teaching hospital trust at the forefront of research, education and development, with a state-of-the-art simulation and skills training center on site.

About us

At Bradford Teaching Hospitals we're passionate about providing outstanding care for the people of the Bradford district and communities across the North of England. We're keen to meet people interested in sharing our passion and helping us continue to deliver the highest quality of care to our patients.

We're a renowned teaching hospital trust at the forefront of research, education and development, with a state-of-the-art simulation and skills training center on site.

In short, we can help you lift your career to the next level. We've received huge investment to improve patient care which means we have truly world-class facilities including a brand-new neonatal suite, state-of-the-art intensive care unit, a newly refurbished A& E department, new children's unit and a welcoming, modern atrium and reception area for staff and visitors.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Whilst high quality patient care is at the forefront of our decision making, we are also enthusiastic about welcoming new ideas of working and service improvement enabling the successful candidate to take an active role in the ever-changing development of our service and providing an opportunity to develop personal leadership skills and professional development.

As a team member you will be part of a friendly, supportive, and professional integrated team which comprises of Consultants , Geriatricians, Nurses, Occupational Therapists, Physiotherapist, Coordinators, Advanced Clinical Practitioners, Pharmacists, Social services and Community services.

We welcome enquires regarding flexible working patterns.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Significant Community / Ward based experience of Frail older patients with complex needs.
• Experience of teaching / assessing / supervising others in a clinical setting.

Desirable

• Experience of using Systmone / IT systems.
• Proven experience on managing a team, including management of rotas, managing competencies, resources and staff.

Skills

Essential

• Good communication skills and ability to deal with sensitive information
• Demonstrates ability to influence and negotiate with others
• Able to assess plan, implement and evaluate programmes of care.
• Able to work as an effective team member

Desirable

• Able to manage difficult situations.
• Basic computer skills including ability to use Microsoft Word and Electronic Patient Records

Knowledge

Essential

• Up to date knowledge of current clinical and professional issues
• Knowledge of evidence based practice.
• An understanding of audit and research based nursing practice.
• Awareness of clinical governance and risk management issues.

Desirable

• An understanding of resource management

Qualifications

Essential

• RN 1ST Level Nurse
• BSc / 1st degree (health related) or equivalent qualification / training / experience.
• Mentorship / teaching qualification.
• Evidence of continuing professional development.

Other Requirements

Essential

• UK Driving licence- car available for work
• The ability to undertake reflective thinking on own practice.

Employer details

Employer name

Bradford Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

St Luke's Hospital

Little Horton Lane

Bradford

BD5 0NA

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389-25-6746840-A