About this role
Job summary
The postholders will work as part of a community nursing service working within the community triage hub within Blackpool Stadium, undertaking nursing duties around triaging patients visits. Provide safe, effective, individualised care to patients and to give support to families and service users requiring scheduled and unscheduled care interventions.
There are two full time 37.5 hour permanent posts available
Monitor the condition and health needs of patients on a continual basis in partnership with colleagues, families and carers, referring to others for reassessment, when required.
Hold a delegated 24 hr continuing responsibility for a caseload, coordinating admissions and discharges, for patients registered to specific GP surgeries.
Provide clinical leadership at weekends and bank holidays for staff within the Fylde Coast community Nursing Division on a rota basis.
Full details within the attached person specification and job description.
Main duties of the job
To deliver a commissioned service to housebound patients and clinic patientswho fall under the agreed service specification.o Deliver holistic, person-centred nursing careo Actively engage with individuals, their families and/or carers and contribute tocare planning, by establishing their needs, wishes, preferences and choices andincorporating these into care planning.
Full details within the attached person specification and job description.
About us
Blackpool Teaching Hospitals are committed to fostering a positive and inclusive workenvironment where every individual is respected, valued, and supported. We recognise thatour greatest asset is our people, and we strive to attract and retain professionals who embodyour core values. To address previous challenges and promote a culture of excellence, we areseeking individuals who align with our renewed commitment to these values: caring, safe, respectful.
Job description Job responsibilities
To lead peers and others where appropriate Use reflection to improve personal performance Work collaboratively and effectively with others in teams and or networks todeliver and improve services. Work safely and learn from the assessment and evaluation of health and safetyrelated incidents. Contribute and support quality improvement and productivity initiatives within theworkplace. Contribute to planning, management and optimisation of resources to improveservices and promote equity in access to services.
Full details within the attached person specification and job description
Person Specification
Education and Qualification Essential
Registered Nurse level 1 Current NMC registration Current NMC registration V150, V100 or V300 Non-medical prescriber or willingness to undertake Supervisor/Assessor competence
Experience and Knowledge Essential
Able to deal with difficult situations. Ability to Identify and assess patients' needs. Ability to use resources appropriately. Multidisciplinary working Willingness to undertake further training specific to role Demonstrate leadership skills & attributes Ability to manage complex needs assessments Demonstrate an understanding of clinical governance & safety/quality initiatives pertaining to the role Excellent community skills Awareness of conflict management Evidence of development needs/support/supervision to junior staff including students Can demonstrate continuous professional development At least 18 months experience at Band 5 Implementation of audit evidence based recommendations
Skills and Ability Essential
Ability to facilitate good interpersonal skills within the team Ability to organise self and others by prioritising and delegating as needed Excellent time management skills. Ability to facilitate education IT literate Able to demonstrate a high standard of clinical practice & expertise to meet service need Up to date knowledge of the values & service specifications underpinning the NHS 10 year plan Ability to confidently make decisions based on evidence based practice Advanced communication skills. Able to communicate sensitive information to patients. Ability to ensure equality and value diversity. Understand implications of lone working Demonstrates personal values that align with the Trust values Flexible attitude to work Car owner/driver or suitable alternative transport to enable you to undertake the job Motivated with strong leadership skills Ability to communicate effectively in English Clinical audit knowledge & experience & implementation of audit action plans
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 Blackpool Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Address Blackpool Teaching Hospital
Blackpool Stadium - NHS buildings
Blackpool
FY1 6JX
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.blackpoolteachinghospitals.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)