Job summary Are you an experienced Nurse looking for a new challenge and the opportunity to work within a new and evolving service in Oldham community? Well were thrilled youre thinking of joining us, if you are interested in urgent community care then read on and find out more about our services. We need someone who shares our excitement, embraces different ways of working and is able to work flexibly across organisational boundaries. The post holder will work closely with the Service Lead for Urgent Care supporting the development of the Urgent Care services to deliver care closer to home supporting the admission avoidance agenda. Main duties of the job The post holder will be expected to lead, manage and co-ordinate Nursing provision within the 2hr UCR service and be professionally accountable for the delivery of patient care. They will act as a clinical lead / specialist for patients with acute Nursing/therapy needs and also where presentations indicate frailty. The role will ensure and support the delivery of expert clinical care at urgent response community team level. Leadership will be required to facilitate professional specific supervision and training and also to educate the workforce across community teams. The post holder will have continuous responsibility for the management of risk, demonstrating flexibility and adaptability to work safely in different environments. They will be required to work autonomously and manage day-to-day activities of the service but also provide consultation as required with other health and social care professionals involved in the care of adult patients and their carers. The post holder will be responsible for implementing agreed clinical policies and clinical standards, monitoring the compliance of team members with the above in accordance with agreed criteria. Take a lead role in focusing team resources to meet the identified health needs within the community. About us The Northern Care Alliance NHS Foundation Trust (NCA) provides hospital and integrated health and social care services to over one million people living across Greater Manchester. Our 20,000 colleagues care for people in hospital and in the community, working across Bury, Rochdale, Oldham and Salford, to save and improve lives. As a large NHS trust we are committed to enhancing the health of our local population by delivering consistently high standards of care and working closely with local authorities and key partners. We believe in our power and potential to make a difference and were always looking for people who demonstrate our three core values - care, appreciate and inspire - to join our team. In return, we can offer you a job role with purpose and flexibility. The size and scale of the NCA means we can provide more challenge and opportunities so your career can always be moving in the right direction. By joining us you can also access a competitive benefits package, including, a fantastic annual leave allowance, flexible working opportunities and protected hours for health and wellbeing activities, helping you to achieve more personal downtime and a better work-life balance. Job description Job responsibilities To read more information about the advertised role, and the main job duties/responsibilities please open the Job Description and Person Specification located under the supporting documents heading. You can also read more information about working at the Northern Care Alliance within the attached Candidate Information Pack or by visiting our careers website In line with the Trusts Single Equality Scheme we welcome applications from everyone irrespective of ethnic origin, disability, age, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, nationality, religion, marital status, social back ground or trade union membership. However, as members of ethnicity minority groups and individuals with disabilities are currently under-represented at this level of post, we would encourage applications from members of these groups. Appointment will be based on merit alone. This vacancy is open to those who have a current NMC PIN to practice as an Registered Nurse or Midwife in the UK, or those who are currently enrolled on a course which means they expect to receive their full NMC PIN within the next 3 months. Please note an NMC PRN PIN is not a full NMC PIN and would not fulfil the essential criteria for this role. The NCA can no longer accept applications from International Nurses and Midwives who are yet to complete all competencies needed to receivea full NMC PIN to practice in the UK as we have paused our OSCE programme indefinitely. We reserve the right to close the online vacancy when we are in receipt of sufficient applications. Should you wish to apply for this post you are advised to complete and return your application form as soon as possible. Person Specification Experience Essential • Experience within Community • access to own vehicle and UK drivers licence • Experience of working at a senior nurse level for minimum of 3 years Clinical experience Essential • Relevant degree or equivalent • Evidence of excellent communication skills • Evidence of relevant clinical experience of the post Clincal Practice Essential • Live on the NMC register with up to date revalidation • Ability to understand and report on service data • Experience of teaching supporting and supervising team members Desirable • Experience of working in urgent care community services 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