Job summary: We are seeking to recruit a newly qualified or experienced B5 community nurse to join our team. We want you to be a person who values development, be self-led and confident. If you enjoy a fast-paced and friendly environment that is committed to delivering quality patient-focused care then we would love to hear from you.
Your skills will be really valued by our teams and patients alike. If you are new to community health, this is a great opportunity to gain experience in this unique field of nursing.
We would consider offering a secondment opportunity for internal applicants. Please seek approval for this by your current line manager before you apply for this job.
This post is part-time 22.5 hours per week covering maternity leave.
Main duties of the job
Our care community teams are based in The Fountains Health Center covering the surrounding geographic area. It's essential that you can drive and have access to your own vehicle for work. But, of course, mileage expenses are reimbursed in addition to your hourly rate.
As a Community Staff Nurse, the successful candidate will undertake duties involving the delivery of high-quality nursing services and the holistic assessments of patients ensuring a person-centred approach.
You will work alongside various professionals to provide quality and seamless care to patients predominantly in their own home. You will be proactive in coordinating their care needs as appropriate, avoiding unnecessary admission to hospital or long-term care settings.
About us
Cheshire and Wirral Partnership (CWP) provides health and care services for a population of over one million people, including mental health, learning disability, community physical health and all-age disability care, as well as the provision of three GP surgeries in Cheshire.
We employ around 4,500 staff across 73 sites and have services across Wirral and Cheshire, as well as Trafford, Warrington, Bolton, Halton, and Liverpool.
Our aim is to help improve the lives of everyone in our communities, adopting a compassionate, person-centred approach to everything we do. We are rated as Outstanding for Caring by the Care Quality Commission, with a Good rating overall.
As a Disability Confident Employer, Rainbow Badge Scheme member, Veteran Aware organisation and proud holder of the Armed Forces Covenant Employer Recognition Scheme Gold Award, CWP is committed to making our recruitment practices as inclusive as possible and developing a culture that values differences, and welcome applications from people who have direct experience of accessing our services.
Job responsibilities
Please note that the full job description is available for download. The main responsibilities for this role include delivering high-quality nursing services, undertaking holistic assessments of patients, and working with various professionals to provide seamless care.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential:
* Registered General Nurse part 1 of the NMC register
* Evidence of recent training
Desirable:
* Evidence of working towards or holding a Degree in Professional Practice
* Student Mentorship
Knowledge & Expertise
Essential:
* Multi-Agency Working
* Awareness and understanding of the Public Health Agenda
* Evidence of research-based/reflective practice
* Knowledge of local and national priorities
* Ability to manage time effectively
* Good interpersonal skills
Desirable:
* Community Experience
* Long Term Conditions
Experience
Essential:
* Demonstrate the highest standards and skill in nursing
* Demonstrate working knowledge of community nursing and multi-disciplinary working
Desirable:
* Experience in Community Nursing
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 to check for any previous criminal convictions.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration.
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