Community Staff Nurse OOH- Nights Service

The Dudley Group NHS Foundation Trust; Brierley Hill; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 39,000; Part time

Job summary

The Dudley Group NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a Community Staff Nurse for Out of Hours Night shifts in Dudley. You will deliver high-quality district nursing care to patients in their homes and clinic settings, working as part of a supportive team and taking responsibility for your own caseload when needed.

With post-qualification experience in community care, you will bring strong communication skills, clinical competence in venepuncture, and a commitment to development through supervision,

Qualifications

• First level Registered Nurse with NMC registration.
• Nursing degree or equivalent experience.
• Experience of working in a community setting.
• Venepuncture.
• Completion of preceptorship/support skills.

Responsibilities

• Ongoing assessment of care needs and the development, implementation and evaluation of programmes of care.
• Carry out all relevant forms of care and will take responsibility for caseload holders in their absence.
• Provide nursing care to patients within their own homes and clinic settings.

Skills

Venepuncture

Communication skills

Teamwork

Clinical judgement

Emotional resilience

Education

First level Registered Nurse with NMC

Nursing degree or equivalent experience

Job description

Community Staff Nurse OOH- Nights Service

We have an opportunity for enthusiastic and motivated staff nurse to join our Out of Hours district nursing teams within Dudley Community Services. We are looking to recruit nurses who are committed to delivering high standards of care, be able to work as a team player and have the confidence to work independently without direct supervision.

You will provide nursing care to patients within their own homes and clinic settings.

You must have effective communication and interpersonal skills and be prepared to work flexibly and collaboratively to meet the needs of the service and demonstrate a willingness to extend and develop your existing skills, In return, we will offer you development opportunities, clinical supervision and mentorship support and deliver a formal induction programme.

Main duties of the job

The post-holder is responsible for the ongoing assessment of care needs and the development, implementation and evaluation of programmes of care. The post holder will carry out all relevant forms of care and will take responsibility for caseload holders in their absence.

About us

At the Dudley Group our patients and staff are at the heart of all that we do and that is to provide a world class service that aligns with our vision of "excellent health care, improved health for all". We are seeking to recruit staff who share our vision and values of making Dudley Group an incredible workplace.

As part of the NHS People Promise, your wellbeing is our priority, and we are committed to ensuring our employees achieve a healthy work-life balance supported by our flexible working options and by making reasonable adjustments where possible. We believe no-one should have to sacrifice family, friends, or their personal interests for work. We are a modern employer able to attract and retain high quality staff through our commitment to the NHS People Promise.

As an employer, we foster an inclusive environment where everyone feels valued, supported, and empowered to contribute their best. We want to ensure that our workforce is representative of the population we serve. More information - inclusive practice people promise.

Dudley Group offer many opportunities for our staff to develop and grow within their roles through our Learning & OD Team. These include topics such as communication, wellbeing, team development, cultural competency, and values.

Job responsibilities

Please see the attached Job Description and Person Specification for complete details to assist your application for this job role.

Qualifications

• First level Registered Nurse with NMC
• Nursing degree or Equivalent Experience

Experience

• Experience of working in a community setting
• Venepuncture
• Completion of preceptorship/support skills

Communication & Relationship skills

• Demonstrates a caring attitude to patient care
• Demonstrates attention to detail
• Must be able to commute to meet the needs of a community staff nurse
• Demonstrates a responsible attitude to their work
• Able to cope with distressing or emotional circumstances
• Able to cope with some unpredictable work patterns and changing circumstances
• Effective communication skills, verbal and written
• Ability to work within a team and develop others

Knowledge & Training

• Evidence of undertaking a recognised course of study in teaching and assessing, or commitment to complete
• Evidence of professional development

Planning & Organisational skills

• Able to assess, plan, implement and evaluate care
• Good organisational skills
• Ability to prioritise workload
• Ability to manage personal daily caseload
• Able to keep full and accurate records

Equality, Diversity, Inclusion and Trust Values

• Able to provide safe, caring and effective services
• Values and behaviours that reflect the Trust Values of Care, Respect and Responsibility
• Commitment to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace that is free from discrimination and where people feel they belong and their contribution is valued

Analytical & Judgement Skills

• An Understanding of when to use clinical judgement
• An understanding of when to ask for assistance
• Ability to gain and maintain competence in relevant clinical skills in line with the NMC Code of Conduct
• Background knowledge of the issues within the Primary and Community setting

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 (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Brierley Hill Health & Social Care Centre

£32,073 to £39,043 a yearPro Rata Per Annum

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

253-1026-8329244-NR-A

Job locations

Brierley Hill Health & Social Care Centre