Senior Practitioner Caseload Holder

NHS Highland; Ullapool; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

NHS Highland invites applications for a Community Nurse in a rural Scotland area, with District Nursing Specialist Practitioner qualification or a strong development opportunity for motivated individuals.

The post holder will manage a defined caseload in community nursing, support the Integrated Team Manager, lead the nursing team, and promote holistic care to help people live independently and avoid unnecessary hospital admissions.

Responsibilities

• Provide care in Community/District Nursing within a defined geographical area.
• Hold responsibility for the clinical caseload and support the Integrated Team Manager.
• Lead the nursing team, ensuring the quality and standards of care.

Job description

An exciting opportunity has arisen to join our community nursing service in SLWR.

The post is open to Community Nurses with the District Nursing Specialist practitioners qualification; or this post could be an ideal career development opportunity for a motivated and passionate individual who enjoys working in rural communities.

The postholder will provide care in Community/District Nursing within a defined geographical area. Holding responsibility for the clinical caseload and supports the Integrated Team Manager in his/her leadership role. You will ensure the leadership and management of the nursing team along with the quality and standard of care delivered.

The qualified Community Nurse is a specialist community practitioner who provides holistic care and promotes independent living. You will work closely with the multidisciplinary team supporting care home, carers, and voluntary sector and care at home staff, link practitioners and colleagues to enhance their knowledge and skills in health care management promoting avoidance of hospital admission where appropriate and supporting / facilitating early discharge..

Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle is essential for this role along with over 2 years of community nursing experience.

For Informal Enquiries, Please Contact

Kate Earnshaw, District Manager [e-mail]

Sophie Buchanan, Professional Lead District Nursing [e-mail]

Jennifer Nutkins, Advance Practitioner Professional Lead, [e-mail]

NHS Scotland is committed to encouraging equality and diversity among our workforce and eliminating unlawful discrimination. The aim is for our workforce to be truly representative and for each employee to feel respected and able to give their best. To this end, NHS Scotland welcomes applications from all sections of society.

Additional Information For Candidates

Flexible Working

• Flexible working options may be available, depending on the role and service needs. If this is important to you, please discuss it at interview.

Keeping in Touch

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