Description
We are seeking a Senior Community Staff Nurse to join our Hillingdon District Nursing team. As a Senior Community Staff Nurse, you will be required to support the DN Team Leader with leadership initiatives including caseload and staff management within the District Nurse Service structure.
You will also be expected to complete home visits to provide nursing care, as well as providing complex patient management and support. You will manage a clinical caseload which will meet the needs of all patients across the local landscape and network.
The post will allow unlimited opportunities to develop clinical skills and test your leadership styles accordingly. The role requires the post holder to work weekends on a rotational basis to support and coordinate weekend working across the locality.
Applicants should have a Full UK driving licence and access to a car.
Job Responsibilities:
- Using clinical judgement and risk assessments to keep patients safe
- Safeguarding patients by recognising and responding to potential abuse
- Escalating safety concerns and acting as effective advocates for patients
- Supervising the work of others
- Reflecting on everyday practice to identify areas for improvement
- Working with others to create a culture of continuous improvement
- Maintaining accurate records
- Maintaining compliance with mandatory training requirements
Clinical Outcomes:
- Providing skilled, evidence-based nursing care
- Working with patients and families in all stages of the care planning process
- Acting as patient advocates in the multi-disciplinary team
- Contributing to creating and maintaining high-performing teams
- Communicating well with all members of the team
- Understanding the role in the team and how it helps achieve objectives
Person Specification:
- Currently registered NMC Adult Nurse
- Evidence of relevant Continuous Professional Development
- Numeracy skills required for safe administration of medicines
- Ability to understand and implement the Equal Opportunities Policy
- Access to car or other motor vehicle for work purposes
- Valid UK driving licence
Benefits:
- Continuing professional development resources
- Regular supervision
Salary: £45,953 to £54,254 per annum
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