Band: 7
Location: Bracknell
We are seeking a Clinical Lead to join our Community Nursing team to provide enhanced clinical support and expertise to patients.
In this role, you will offer clinical guidance and direction to community nursing staff, drawing on your own expertise to support the delivery of high-quality care. You will be responsible for implementing evidence-based practices to ensure the best patient care.
The successful candidate will be NMC registered, hold a Specialist Community Nursing Qualification, and either possess an Independent Prescribing qualification (V300) or be willing to undertake this within 6 to 12 months of starting the role. A key focus of the position is to promote a service that prevents inappropriate or unscheduled hospital admissions and supports timely and effective hospital discharges.
Working alongside the Operational Team Lead, you will also ensure that staff are competent in their roles and that new team members receive a thorough induction and the necessary support to reach the required level of competency.
If you are a passionate and experienced clinician looking to make a meaningful impact in community care, we would love to hear from you!
* Applications for this role will be considered on a first come, first served basis, and we may close the vacancy early if the right candidate is found.
* Ensure care in their locality is based on sound assessment & care planning processes.
* I.T. literate to support staff transitioning to mobile working.
* Positively represent the service both internally & externally through formal means.
* Ensure that appropriate statutory & mandatory training has been undertaken by all.
* Responsible for the retention & recruitment, induction, personal and professional development of staff.
* Monitor clinical supervision, induction, preceptorship & development of staff.
* Exercise leadership and judgment in the management of a Community Nursing Team to ensure good clinical practice and maintain high standards of care, & review staff practice.
* Provide education opportunities and training for all staff & students including pre- & post-registration nursing students.
* Develop district nursing practice in a defined area, building relationships with other primary care team members.
* Ensure the service meets business & performance requirements of the Organisation in line with service specifications, contracts & CQUIN.
* Plan, organise & deliver regular staff meetings to share information pathways within the service and wider organisation.
* Investigate complaints and incidents, including Serious Incidents requiring investigation, safeguarding & clinical issues.
* Identify root causes, make recommendations for improvement & disseminate learning to staff, adding areas of concern to the risk register.
Berkshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust is a specialist mental health and community health services trust. Rated ‘outstanding’ by the CQC, we’re committed to providing the best possible care to people across Berkshire. As an employer, we’re committed to offering an inclusive and compassionate environment where our people share a sense of belonging and are supported to flourish.
Our Values At Berkshire Healthcare Are
* Caring for and about you is our top priority
* Committed to providing good quality, safe services
* Working Together with you to develop innovative solutions
Your wellbeing is important to us. Some benefits of working for us include:
* Flexible working options to support work-life balance
* 27 days’ annual leave rising with service + opportunity to buy and sell
* Generous NHS pension scheme
* Excellent learning and career development opportunities
* ‘Cycle to Work’ and car leasing schemes including electric vehicles
* Access to a range of wellbeing tools and services
* Discounts at hundreds of retailers and restaurants
* Staff networks supporting diversity, inclusion, and community engagement
* Generous maternity, paternity, adoption, and special leave
* Free parking across Trust sites
For further details or informal visits, contact:
* Name: Anne Gates
* Job title: Community Nursing Manager
* Email: Anne.Gates@berkshire.nhs.uk
* Telephone: 07879115270
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