About this role
Job summary
Are you an experienced Registered Nurse looking for flexible work alongside your existing commitments
We are looking for patient-focused Registered Nurses to join our growing Clinical Homecare Nursing Team as Bank Community IV Nurses
Working in partnership with NHS teams and healthcare professionals you will deliver specialist IV therapies and clinical care to patients in their own homes helping them receive safe effective treatment while maintaining their independence
Bank working offers you flexibility while giving you the opportunity to maintain and develop your clinical skills and deliver meaningful one-to-one patient care in the community
This is a community-based role and regular travel is required Visit locations and working hours will vary according to patient needs and service requirements
Main duties of the job
As a Bank Community IV Nurse you will provide specialist nursing care to patients receiving treatment in their own homes and community settings
You will administer prescribed IV therapies undertake clinical assessments and monitoring and recognise and escalate changes in a patient's condition appropriately
You will support patients throughout their treatment providing education guidance and reassurance to patients families and carers and helping them develop confidence in managing their care at home
Working independently in the community you will be supported by an experienced clinical team and work closely with NHS colleagues pharmacists consultants specialist nurses and other healthcare professionals
Bank shifts will be offered according to patient and service requirements giving you the opportunity to work flexibly while continuing to use and develop your nursing skills
About us
At Inizio our Clinical Homecare Nursing Team works in partnership with NHS teams and healthcare professionals to deliver specialist care to patients in the comfort of their own homes.
You'll join a supportive clinical team committed to delivering safe high-quality and patient-centred care Our Bank Community IV Nurses have the flexibility of bank working while remaining part of an experienced wider clinical team
We support our nurses to maintain and develop their clinical knowledge through training continuing professional development reflective practice and evidence-based care
Everyone Belongs at Inizio
At Inizio we're committed to creating an inclusive and accessible recruitment experience where everyone has the opportunity to thrive.
We're happy to provide reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process If you have specific requirements please let our recruitment team know so we can provide the appropriate support.
Job description Job responsibilities
Key responsibilities will include:
Deliver safe high-quality patient-centred care in patients' homes and community settingsAdminister prescribed IV therapies and clinical interventions in line with treatment plans standard operating procedures and professional standardsUndertake patient assessments and appropriate clinical monitoring throughout treatmentRecognise changes in a patient's condition and escalate clinical concerns appropriatelyUndertake home and community visits for treatment initiation administration ongoing care and follow-upProvide appropriate care and management of vascular access devices in line with clinical and infection prevention standardsTrain educate and empower patients families and carers to safely manage treatment and develop confidence and independenceProvide clinical advice and support while developing strong professional relationships with patients and healthcare professionalsIdentify document and report adverse events and incidents in accordance with relevant proceduresMaintain accurate timely and comprehensive clinical recordsEnsure medicines clinical equipment and associated supplies are handled safely and appropriatelyWork collaboratively with NHS colleagues pharmacists consultants specialist nurses and wider multidisciplinary teams to support continuity of careOrganise and prioritise allocated patient visits effectivelyWork in accordance with safeguarding infection prevention medicines management Clinical Governance NMC standards and Inizio policiesMaintain clinical competence through training continuing professional development reflective practice and evidence-based care
Bank Working
This is a community-based bank position and regular travel is requiredVisit locations working hours and routes will vary according to patient needs and service requirements
Person Specification
Experience Essential
Minimum of one year's post-registration nursing experience Experience undertaking clinical assessments and recognising changes in a patient's condition
Desirable
Experience in IV therapy infusion services or community nursing Experience with vascular access devices and IV medication administration Experience in Parenteral Nutrition services Experience within oncology gastroenterology infectious diseases nutrition support homecare or other specialist therapies
Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer details Employer name Inizio Engage
Address Royal Devon and Exeter Hospital
and surrounding areas
Exeter
EX2 5DW
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://inizioengage.com/ (Opens in a new tab)