About this role
Job summary
Clinical administration is a key function in the management and day to day functionality of community nursing teams and the patients they care for. The purpose of this role is to work with and support the Community Nursing team with their clinical administration functions associated with the management of patients.
Main duties of the job
Accepting incoming tasks and referrals to the team, setting appropriate care plans. Using the auto planner functionality within SystmOne to allocate the following days visits. Supporting the duty sister to review allocated visits and supporting any changes required to the visit lists. Supporting with the replenishment and ordering of stock and equipment for the team.
About us
If you are being interviewed you must accept an interview slot in the system to continue, even if you have arranged with the manager.
You must be able to produce ALL certificates stated essential in the person specification or you will not be able to complete pre-employment checks.
We provide hospital services from two acute sites - Darlington Memorial Hospital and University Hospital of North Durham. We have a centre for planned care in Bishop Auckland and provide care from community hospitals in Chester-le-Street, Shotley Bridge, Barnard Castle, Sedgefield and Weardale as well as over 80 other community based settings and providing care in patients' homes.
We particularly welcome applications from disabled and Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) candidates as BAME and disabled people are currently under-represented.
Full Job Descriptions can be found in the adverts supporting documents.
Over reliance on AI-generated content is discouraged and may diminish the applicant's chances of success.
For the most up-to-date information on visa requirements and eligibility, please check online to determine whether you can apply.
Job description Job responsibilities
Clinical administration is a key function in the management and day to day functionality of community nursing teams and the patients they care for. The purpose of this role is to work with and support the Community Nursing team with their clinical administration functions associated with the management of patients.
Person Specification
Special Skills & Knowledge Essential
Good verbal and written communication skills Good organisational and facilitation skills Ability to work independently General I.T. skills
Desirable
Ability to use audit methodologies Using data extraction methodology Preparing excel spreadsheets and reports Clinical knowledge Able to assess service user needs, apply appropriate care plan and allocate the visit to the appropriate professional to deliver the care
Experience Essential
Experience of using trust electronic systems such as SystmOne and telephone call handling
Desirable
Understanding of community nursing caseloads and systems of working
Qualifications Essential
NVQ Level 3 or equivalent level of training and understanding of clinical organisation gained through individual training and experience
Desirable
Understanding and familiarity with electronic systems such as SystmOne
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.
Employer details Employer name County Durham & Darlington NHS Foundation Trust
Address The Centre For Health
Traynor Way
Whitehouse Business Park
PETERLEE
County Durham
SR8 2RU
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.cddft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)