Overview
We have a rare and exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic and experienced NMC registered nurse to join our friendly and dynamic team as a Community Staff Nurse here at the Children's Bladder and Bowel Service (CBABS).
We are a small and friendly team who work directly with children, young people and their family/carers. Our patients are aged between 2 and 18 years, and have ongoing bladder and bowel dysfunction. Our main focus is to promote continence, by utilising and promoting evidence-based care. To support the delivery of a commissioned Children's Bladder and Bowel Service for children, young people and their families registered with an Oxfordshire GP aged between 2 and 18 years.
Responsibilities
* Undertake delegated interventions, which are family focussed to improve and meet the needs, reduce inequalities and safeguard of children and young people.
* Support Children and Young People to achieve their individual optimum levels of continence.
* To establish and maintain effective working relationships with external services and other agencies.
Qualifications and experience
* The successful candidate will have experience working with children, young people and their families in the community setting.
* They will have a good understanding of children with additional needs.
* They will also have strong communication skills and ability to problem solve.
* The ideal candidate will be familiar with Microsoft and proficient in using Electronic Care Records such as EMIS.
Location and requirements
Based in Witney the team provide face to face clinics across Oxfordshire.
Applicants must have a full valid driving licence and have access to a vehicle for work. Adjustments can be considered in line with the Equality Act 2010 where required.
About Oxford Health
Oxford Health is a great place to work and to be able to showcase the best of yourself when making an application please read the "candidate guide to making an application" and ensure your supporting statement is tailored to the role you are applying for and addresses any essential criteria.
As a Trust we provide physical, mental health and social care for people of all ages across Oxfordshire, Buckinghamshire, Swindon, Wiltshire, Bath and Northeast Somerset. Our services are delivered at community bases, hospitals, clinics and people\'s homes, delivering care as close to home as possible. Our vision is that no matter who you are or where you are, you will tell us that you receive: "Outstanding care delivered by an outstanding team"
Benefits
* Excellent opportunities for career progression
* Access to tailored individual and Trust wide learning and development
* 27 days annual leave, plus bank holidays, rising to 33 days with continuous service
* NHS Discount across a wide range of shops, restaurants and retailers
* Competitive pension scheme
* Lease car scheme
* Cycle to work scheme
* Employee Assistance Programme
* Mental Health First Aiders
* Staff accommodation (please note waiting lists apply)
* Staff networking and support groups hosted by our Equality, Diversity & Inclusion team
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