Job summaryWhether you're completely new to offender healthcare or looking for your next challenge, joining Spectrum will give you an excellent opportunity to expand your nursing skills and develop your clinical practice. As a Registered Nurse (Band 4), you'll be an integral part supporting some of our most vulnerable patients and planning care for people with complex and challenging health needs. You'll be confident in all aspects of primary care delivery - including undertaking health assessments and performing diagnostic tests - and able to work flexibly to meet the needs of our service. The post holder will have completed their Nursing Associate training and be registered with the NMC, working independently under the leadership of registered nurses, working within the sphere of nursing and care, and within all aspects of the nursing process.
Main duties of the jobThis role will compliment the role of the GP and other Health Professionals as an integral part and key member of the care team. To make the best use of clinical skills within the practice in order to promote well-being and maximise health gain for patients. To provide a safe, high quality and accessible service to patient located at HMP Northumberland.
Job responsibilitiesProvide continuing care to patients across the practice population. ECG. Phlebotomy, Urinalysis. Assessment and planning of delegated care Monitoring of chronic conditions and well-being of patients including escalation of interventions when necessary. Administering of injections, where necessary, in accordance within regulatory guidelines for Nursing Associates. Assist with the implementation and monitoring of clinical care and monitor outcomes. Contribute to ongoing assessment recognising when it is necessary to refer to others for reassessment. Be able to perform cardio-pulmonary resuscitation according to current UK guidelines. Ensure infection control guidelines are maintained. Communicate effectively with other members of the primary health care team.
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We're looking for passionate individuals to join our diverse and innovative team.
Whether you are starting out in your healthcare journey or are an experienced healthcare professional looking for a new challenge we've got a role for you!
- Access to NHS Pension
- Time for you day (additional day off)
- Welcome payment for some posts
- Refer a friend scheme
- Training and Development opportunities
- Flexible Working
- Access to Employee Assistance and Health and Wellbeing programmes
- Up to 33 days annual leave
Spectrum Community Health CIC provides a range of award-winning healthcare services on behalf of the NHS, Local Authority Public Health services, and other partners across substance misuse, sexual health, and health and justice settings. As a not-for-profit social enterprise and Community Interest Company our focus is centred on people - our patients, service users, staff and partners.
We are building on our ambition to deliver the best in health and wellbeing on a values-driven ethos and to maintain the highest standards of patient care and service. We are an expanding organisation, but we aim to grow without compromising on quality and social value.
Our MissionHolistic interventions delivered with compassion for the stigmatised and marginalised in our communities
Our VisionQuality healthcare that makes a difference to people's lives, regardless of circumstances.
Job responsibilitiesPlease see attached Job Description and Person Specification. For an informal discussion, please contact Jenny Hayes, Jennifer.hayes@spectrum-cic.nhs.uk.
Person SpecificationEducationEssential- NVQ Level 4 in Health and Social Care. Registered with the NMC and have the Associate Nurse qualification
Knowledge and ExperienceEssential- Experience of working with people with complex mental health needs
- In depth knowledge of health of primary care, mental health and addiction support and an ability to work across these areas
- Experience of work in a multi disciplinary team setting.
- Knowledge of nursing procedures and practices
Desirable- Previous experience of using or accessing mental health services or caring for someone who has accessed services
- Knowledge or experience of working within a prison environment.
- Previous experience of working with people accessing Substance Misuse services or able to demonstrate a understanding of clinical pathways for substance misuse
- Experience of supervising others.
Disclosure and Barring Service CheckThis 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.
UK RegistrationApplicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
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. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). 