Job summaryAre you what we are looking for? Do you consider yourself to be the next generation of leaders in the NHS? If so, an exciting opportunity has arisen for a Band 6 Nurse in the Outer North West Division for a community nurse to work closely within the planned care of Nursing and Therapy.
This is a fixed term post for 12 months with the possibility of the post becoming permanent in Brent at the end of this contract. This is a great opportunity to develop your understanding of quality drivers and to work closely with clinical teams to support the delivery of high-quality care and positive patient and staff experience. We are looking for a dynamic and motivated individual with nursing experience who can provide local clinical leadership for the multi-disciplinary team working across the Division.
Main duties of the jobThe post holder will work in collaboration with the designated Deputy Team Leader in managing the care of patients with long term conditions, incorporating monitoring progress and promoting the preventative aspects of nursing practice. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to further develop quality expertise and lead key projects and pieces of work by developing strong relationships and network across the Division. You will work collaboratively with the wider multi-disciplinary team, other health and social care practitioners and the nursing staff, to provide the best care and quality outcomes for patients and service users, in-keeping with national guidelines.
Job Purpose- To provide skilled nursing care working as part of Central London Community nursing service to patients in a variety of community settings between the hours of 0830 and 1700 hours, including weekends and Bank holidays.
- To actively monitor, maintain and develop the service provided.
- To take responsibility for managing the caseload and the team in the absence of the DN team lead.
- To deliver a case managed approach for patients with long term care needs.
- To actively participate in service development activities
About usJust as we care about our patients' well-being, we care about yours! We can offer you:
- A comprehensive induction into the community service followed by a local induction to introduce you to the role
- Car lease scheme (only available for Band 5 and up)
- Flexible working options
- Annual travel card loan
- Training, support and development in your career
Job responsibilitiesPlease refer to Job description and person specification for outline of skills, knowledge and experience required. Successful applicants will be required to demonstrate alignment with the Trusts values - Accountability, Inclusion, Compassion, and Empowerment, alongside fulfilling the duties detailed in the attached Job Description and Person Specification.
Person SpecificationEducation/QualificationEssential- RGN/RN with current registration
- Evidence of recent and continuing professional education and training
- Practice supervisor/assessor training
Desirable- Has undertaken formal training in staff and team management
- Nurse prescribing qualification
ExperienceEssential- Experience of negotiating and liaising within a multi-disciplinary team
- Experience of working with people with complex health needs
- Experience of supervising junior staff and co-ordinating a team on a day to day regular basis
- Experience of teaching students and other staff members
- Experience of implementing evidence based care in practice
- Experience of undertaking comprehensive health needs assessment and writing care plans.
Desirable- Experience of managing staff
- Post-registration community nursing experience
Skills & KnowledgeEssential- Principle of care for patients with long term conditions, based on local/national guidelines and standards
- Understanding of NHS and integrated care boards structures
- The principles of clinical governance and application to practice
- Able to identify own and others learning and development needs and actively seek ways to meeting those needs.
Other key AttributesEssential- Able to carry out the duties of the post with or without adaptations
- Able to provide evidence of where you have demonstrated the Trust's Values and Behaviour
- Able to demonstrate excellence in Customer Service
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. Applicants must have current UK professional registration. 
