The Malmesbury and Royal Wootton Bassett Community Team is looking for an inspirational Specialist Community Nurse to lead a team in delivering high standard, quality care to patients within the community setting. Post holders will be SPQ qualified or willing to work towards this qualification. Wiltshire Health and Care is proactive in developing community specific training and can offer a supportive and friendly environment in which to learn new skills.
Our Community Nurses in Wiltshire Health and Care deliver care in patients' homes and residential homes as part of a Multi-Disciplinary Team, linking closely with the GP Practices and other community services in the local areas. We work with the aim of preventing unnecessary admissions to hospital and in assisting people to manage their conditions in their own homes. The Malmesbury Community Team is split into three clusters (Malmesbury/Sherston, Purton/Cricklade and Royal Wootton Bassett) and we are a multidisciplinary team including Nurses, Therapists, Clinical Leads, the HomeFirst Team, Care Coordinators and other staff.
Main duties of the jobThe team is based in the Malmesbury Primary Care Centre and operates a shift pattern from 07.00 to 22.00. Nursing staff will be expected to work weekends and will be expected to cover early and late shifts. Evidence of up to date clinical professional development is essential and experience in front line NHS community patient care is preferable.
Applicants need to have excellent clinical skills, well developed communication skills and be able to work under pressure. The role is demanding but highly rewarding, and we are looking for an enthusiastic, motivated and hardworking individual who can work flexibly and efficiently. We are a busy, friendly team, who would welcome the opportunity to work with a new member of staff willing to contribute to the ongoing development of the services we provide. Please contact Vicky Theobald or Claire Stocks (Clinical Leads) if you would like to discuss this post further on 01666 330515.
About usWiltshire Health and Care provides community based health services, enabling people to live healthy independent lives. Our Vision is to enable people to live independent and fulfilling lives for as long as possible. We are an NHS partnership organisation, focused entirely on delivering quality health and care to the people of Wiltshire - not on making a profit.
There has never been a better time to join us. Community services are expanding as part of the NHS Long Term Plan and the population of Wiltshire has never needed the energy, enthusiasm and commitment of our community-focused teams more than now. You will join a friendly and supportive team who live our values of Quality, Integrity, Partnership and Change, which were developed with our staff, patients and carers.
If you already live in or near Wiltshire, you'll know that it is a great place to live and work: rolling countryside, bustling market towns and vibrant city life combined with excellent transport links and good schools. If you are looking to move to the area, we offer local employment and a chance to play a crucial role as part of your new community straight away. What are you waiting for?!
Job responsibilitiesPlease see the attached Job Description (under Supporting Documents) for more information regarding the role and to access the full person specification.
Person SpecificationQualificationsPost graduate community qualification e.g. community specialist practitioner.Recognised assessing and supervising students in practice qualification.To possess a current, valid driving licence and to be a competent driver.Evidence of continuing professional development.Knowledge of legislation affecting professional practice.Experience of applying research based information to practice.Non-medical prescriber.Leadership and Management training.Further qualifications relevant to community nursing.ExperienceUp to date community experience.Significant experience of working with a multi-disciplinary team.Teaching experience.Knowledge of recruitment, selection & appraisal system.Setting and monitoring standards of care.Experience within a wide range of patient/client care groups.Experience of applying research based information to practice.Profiling community needs and targeting identified health needs of population.Evidence of innovative and flexible approach to care and the organisation of care.Additional CriteriaAccess to a vehicle that can be used for business purposes and hold a full and valid driving licence.Disclosure and Barring Service CheckThis 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.
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