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Job summary

Main area
Community Link Nurse
Grade
Band 6
Contract
Permanent
Hours
  • Full time
  • Flexible working
37.5 hours per week
Job ref
839-6423732-GP
Employer
Norfolk Community Health and Care NHS Trust
Employer type
NHS
Site
North Walsham Hospital
Town
North Walsham
Salary
£35,392 - £42,618 pa pro rata
Salary period
Yearly
Closing
09/07/2024 23:59

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Norfolk Community Health and Care NHS Trust logo

Band 6 Community Link Nurse

Band 6

NCH&C is proud to be the first standalone NHS community trust in the UK to achieve an ‘Outstanding’ rating from the Care Quality Commission (CQC). Our focus is on continually improving the quality of care we offer to local people and on improving access to that care, helping people to move seamlessly from one service to another. Praising NCH&C’s “compassionate, inclusive and effective leadership at all levels”, the CQC observed that our staff are well supported to make positive changes and innovations.

Norfolk Community Health & Care NHS Trust is committed to continuing to create a modern and inclusive work environment. As part of this commitment we actively promote flexible working opportunities where possible, to meet the needs and wishes of our workforce to maintain and improve their wellbeing. The trust offers a range of flexibility, including flexible working patterns, and we would encourage you to discuss this with the recruiting manager before or during the application process if this would interest you.

We welcome applications from people who share our values and can help us deliver outstanding care in our local community.

Job overview

An amazing and rare opportunity has arrived for a full time Band 6 Community Link Nurse in the NN2 Community Nursing team

We are looking for an experienced registered nurse to join our dedicated and highly professional team of nurses working in the North Walsham, Cromer and Sheringham  areas covering the service seven days a week.

This role will offer the opportunity for both clinical and leadership development, whilst working in a caring, friendly and supportive team.

Main duties of the job

You will be responsible for the assessment and treatment of complex patients with a wide variety of health needs of acute or chronic presentation, visiting them within their own homes, care homes, the travelling community and in clinics.  We are looking for a nurse who is committed to delivering high standards of care.  You will supervise Band 5 Community Nurses and other members of the nursing team, and work closely with the therapy staff to assist the patient to achieve maximal function and independence.  In addition, you will support the Clinical Lead Nurse with managerial responsibilities.

You will need effective communication skills and must be prepared to work flexibly and collaboratively to meet the needs of the service.  It is essential to have evidence of professional competencies and have the ability to apply your knowledge and skills to clinical practice.  A sound understanding and knowledge of the current drive to transform community services is an essential requirement.

Working for our organisation

Norfolk Community Health and Care is going through organisational development and you will be expected to contribute to service and quality development of the domiciliary service, such as new ways of working and clinical audits.  You will receive support and development through in-service training, regular appraisals, a personal development plan and clinical supervision.

If this post excites you and you are looking to improve your quality of life working in North Norfolk, we look forward to your application.  If you wish to discuss any aspects please contact Alison Haynes, Clinical Operations Manager on 01692 408013 or email [email protected].

Apply now to join an organisation that has been awarded an ‘Outstanding’ rating by the Care Quality Commission (CQC), the highest possible rating and the first stand-alone NHS community trust in the country to be awarded the title.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

Key Areas of Responsibility

  • To assess and prescribe care packages for patients with long term conditions, the frail and elderly, palliative care and rehabilitation needs for example, to achieve quality of life and independence where possible.
  • To working within the integrated team to facilitate early discharge from hospital.
  • To work within the integrated team to prevent unnecessary admission to hospital.
  • To work with all health care professionals, and statutory/non statutory agencies to provide a seamless integrated service to our services users.
  • To be the direct link to specified medical practices and responsible for managing the associated nursing caseload. 
  • To liaise with other link nurses and co-ordinate off duty for Band 6 nurses to ensure service coverage across the locality.

 

Person specification

Qualifications

Essential criteria
  • First level degree or on pathway, or equivalent
  • RGN
  • Assessor/mentorship preparation; ENB 998 or equivalent
  • Current NMC registration
  • Evidence of continuing professional development
Desirable criteria
  • Independent/supplementary prescribing qualification
  • Consultation skills
  • Clinical assessment skills
  • Long term conditions module

Skills, Abilities, Knowledge

Essential criteria
  • Evidence of working at relevant level within the community setting
  • Knowledge of additional specialist areas through in-house training/ short courses
  • Highly motivated
  • Provides high standards of care
  • Demonstrates tact and diplomacy
  • Empathetic and sensitive to the patients/service needs
  • Ability to manage stressful situations
  • Accurate inputting of data/patient records
  • Good interpersonal skills
  • A team player
Desirable criteria
  • Cannulation / IV Therapy administration

Personal Qualities

Essential criteria
  • Be able to kneel, bend and stoop and work in cramped environments
  • Able to manoeuvre limbs of around 5-6kg
  • Able to manoeuvre patients using handling aids

Other

Essential criteria
  • The post holder will be required to work Seven day a week and cover between the hours of 08.00 and 18.00 hrs.
  • The post holder will need to be passed fit to perform full duties of the post through occupational health with any reasonable aids and adaptations if necessary.
  • Must hold full and valid and driving licence and have access to a vehicle (if applicable)
  • Able to communicate effectively in written and verbal English Language

Employer certification / accreditation badges

Carers Friendly Tick award EmployersSunflower Hidden DisabilitiesApprenticeships logoNo smoking policyPositive about disabled peopleAge positiveDisability confident leaderMindful employer.  Being positive about mental health.Care quality commission - OutstandingStep into healthArmed Forces Covenant Bronze AwardArmed Forces Covenant

Applicant requirements

You must have appropriate UK professional registration.

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.

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Further details / informal visits contact

Name
Alison Haynes
Job title
Clinical Operations Manager
Email address
[email protected]
Telephone number
01692 408013
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