Community Treatment and Care Staff Nurse

NHS National Services Scotland; Greenock; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider is seeking a Community Treatment and Care nurse in Greenock to support a varied role across different clinical environments. This position entails delivering healthcare services, particularly vaccinations, to patients at home and in clinics. Candidates must be registered nurses with the ability to manage a diverse workload. A current NMC registration is required, and adaptability in a fast-paced setting is essential. Competitive pay and inclusive workplace culture offered.

Qualifications

• Post-registration experience desirable.
• Current NMC registration required prior to start.
• Community experience advantageous but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Support delivery of CTAC services.
• Work primarily in the CTAC Vaccination team.
• Visit patients across Inverclyde area.

Skills

Strong organisational skills

Effective teamwork

Ability to manage a busy and diverse workload

Excellent documentation skills

Positive approach in fast-paced settings

Education

1st level registered nurse

Job description

Overview

NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde is one of the largest healthcare systems in the UK employing around 40,000 staff in a wide range of clinical and non-clinical professions and job roles. We deliver acute hospital, primary, community and mental health care services to a population of over 1.15 million and a wider population of 2.2 million when our regional and national services are included.

The shift pattern for this post is 08:30–16:30, over 5 days, Monday to Friday.

You need to have a live NMC UK pin in order to be considered for this post. Band 5 Community Treatment and Care (CTAC) – Care home and Housebound Vaccinations.

Role and department

Role: Community Treatment and Care services (CTAC) are part of the Primary Care Improvement Plan (PCIP) that was agreed as part of the 2018 GP contract. CTAC provides patients with access to parts of their healthcare through NHS services that were traditionally provided by general practice. This service includes Vaccination delivery, nurse-led Treatment Rooms now known as “CTAC centres” and GP-based phlebotomy services. The post holder will join the CTAC nursing team to support the delivery of these services and will report to a team of CTAC Co-ordinator Band 6 nurses.

The successful applicant will work across services within CTAC. While primarily based in the CTAC Vaccination team, they will also provide flexible support to other CTAC departments, including GP-based clinics outside peak vaccination periods in the winter and spring.

Applicants should be adaptable and enjoy a varied role across different clinical environments. Desirable qualities include:

• Strong organisational skills
• Effective teamwork
• Ability to manage a busy and diverse workload
• Excellent documentation skills
• A positive approach to working in a fast-paced setting

All mandatory training will be provided if required.

Skills / Qualifications

A 1st level registered nurse with post-registration experience is desirable. Community experience would be advantageous but not essential.

As part of NHS Greater Glasgow & Clyde’s pre-employment checking for all appointed candidates, evidence of current NMC registration will be required prior to start date. Candidates who are unable to provide confirmation of current NMC registration, in line with projected start date for this post, may not be shortlisted for interview. This post requires PVG Scheme Membership / Disclosure Scotland Check.

The role requires travelling across the Inverclyde area to visit patients in their homes, in care homes and in clinics/health centres. Applicants should hold a current driving licence.

Interviews will be conducted in person at Greenock Health Centre. In-person interviews only.

Additional information

For further information, please contact: Emily Mochan, Nurse Team Lead Community Adult Nursing – [e-mail]

Or Karen Mcgachy, Charge nurse VTP – [e-mail]

Details on how to contact the Recruitment Service and the Recruitment Process: Information for candidates.

This post may close early to the volume of response. Please submit your application form as soon as possible.

NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde – NHS Scotland encourages applications from all sections of the community. We promote a culture of inclusion across the organisation and are proud of the diverse workforce we have.

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