Band 5 Registered Nurse / Paramedic, Rapid Access Care Unit (RACU)

inploi; Henley-on-Thames; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare organization in Henley-on-Thames seeks an experienced Registered Nurse or Paramedic for its Rapid Access Care Unit. Applicants must hold a valid nursing or paramedic qualification with current registration and relevant NHS experience. Responsibilities include patient assessments and conducting home visits. Opportunities for career progression and a comprehensive benefits package are offered.

Benefits

Excellent opportunities for career progression

27 days annual leave

NHS Discount

Competitive pension scheme

Qualifications

• Current NMC / HCPC Registration.
• Relevant NHS experience as a qualified clinician.

Responsibilities

• Directly care for patients and conduct patient assessments.
• Conduct home visits as required.
• Work within the MDT to improve patient outcomes.

Skills

Good communication

Enthusiastic

Team player

Education

Registered Nurse / Paramedic Degree / Diploma

Job description

Overview

Are you an experienced Registered Nurse or Paramedic looking for your next challenge?

We have an opportunity to join our team at the Rapid Access Care Unit (RACU) based at Townlands Hospital, Henley-On-Thames.

RACU is a Community Same Day Emergency Care (SDEC) unit which provides sub-acute care for medically unwell patients over the age of 18 years. Each patient receives an individualised MDT assessment, diagnostics and treatment, with a commitment to patient-centred care. The Team comprises doctors, nurses, paramedics, physiotherapy and occupational therapy.

This post would suit a registered nurse or paramedic from either an acute background or community setting. We need a wide range of skills for our patient group, and support and development is available to achieve this.

RACU is part of the Intensive Community Care (ICC) Pathway and works closely with our other SDECs in Witney and Abingdon, Hospital at Home and Urgent Community Response to provide care for patients that is closer to home, with aim to prevent any unnecessary hospital admissions.

The Unit opening times are currently 8am-6pm Monday-Friday.

Responsibilities

• Directly care for patients, conducting a thorough patient assessment and discuss with medical team regarding care planning and treatment.
• Conduct home visits as required to meet the needs of the patient and the service.
• Work within the MDT to improve patient outcomes, making appropriate referrals to other services as required.
• Caring for the acutely unwell patients and their families, including those at the End of Life.

Working for our organisation

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”

Our values are: “Caring, safe and excellent”

We offer a wide range of benefits designed to support your career and wellbeing. These include:

• 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

Qualifications & Experience

Essential criteria

• Qualification of Registered Nurse / Paramedic Degree / Diploma
• Current NMC / HCPC Registration

Desirable criteria

• Post Graduate Certificate

Experience

• Essential: Relevant NHS experience as qualified clinician

Desirable

• Experience in Acute and Community settings

Qualities

• Good communication
• Enthusiastic
• Team player

Desirable

• Reflective practitioner
• Evidence of leadership skills

Documents to Download

• SDEC Band 5 Registered Nurse or Paramedic (PDF, 440.4KB)
• Guidance Notes for Candidates Applying for a job at OHFT (PDF, 424.6KB)

Recruiter Contact Details

Name: Harriet Beard

Title: Clinical Lead

Email: [e-mail]

Telephone: [phone]