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Key responsibilities: Provide pharmaceutical input to areas of chronic disease management within the practices and develop pharmacist-led patient care pathways Undertake chronic disease reviews Undertake structured medication reviews to manage patients with complex polypharmacy , especially older people, housebound patients, people in residential care homes and those with multiple co-morbidities Provide expert clinical medicines advice for the practice teams, giving support with prescription and medication queries Help support the repeat prescriptions system including providing training for administrative and reception staff and reviewing and implementing repeat prescribing policies Improve prescribing practice through educational support for all prescribers in the practices Provide clinical leadership on medicines optimisation, safe prescribing and quality improvement, identifying national and local prescribing guidance that affects patient safety requiring implementation - including MHRA alerts, product withdrawals and new research evidence Manage some aspects of the quality and outcomes framework and enhanced services Medicines reconciliation on hospital discharge and transfer of care Support improvements in clinical care through practice-based audits and implementing change. Liaise with community and hospital pharmacy services to help provide streamlined care, improve patient outcomes, and help manage workload, and liaise directly with hospital colleagues where prescribing needs to be returned to specialists. Respond to patient queries, questions, and concerns regarding medications - face to face and/or telephone contact Contribute to the recruitment, induction, development and appraisal of pharmacy technicians and junior pharmacists and ensure that adequate training and supervision are provided Manage the pharmacy technician team together with the clinical, prescribing and reception leads in each practice Contribute to the vision and development of pharmacy services within the PCN Support public health campaigns such as vaccination

The inpatient Heart Failure team is a cross-site, integrated multidisciplinary team and we aim to work collaboratively to deliver care that meets best practice in heart failure across both sites of the Trust. This post will be cross-site working at Chelsea and Westminster Hospital and at West Middlesex University Hospital and the post holder will be expected to contribute to the service as a whole under the direction of the lead specialist nurse for heart failure. This is a developmental role in which the successful applicant will be supported to develop their skills and knowledge in heart failure both formally and in clinical practice. Specifically related to drug titration, patient monitoring, patient education, the assessment and management of heart failure patients and end of life care as per national and local guidelines on the care and management of heart failure. The post holder will be supported to manage their own caseload, which would include nurse-led clinics, virtual clinics, and telephone consultations. This would incorporate education to heart failure patients in both the inpatients and out patients setting The post holder would also be involved in the ongoing development and facilitation of the virtual wards, the use of digital resources, the development of Remote Monitoring and utilising the ambulatory services. The post holder will provide a leadership role and forge In addition forging links with those involved in the ongoing development of the heart failure service. The Heart Failure Specialist Nurse provides expertise in all aspects of cardiac care provision with a specific interest in Heart Failure. The post holder will be an experienced practitioner with experience of cardiology and will develop the ability to work autonomously They will assist in undertaking regular audits, quality improvement activities and participate in the strategic development of the service. The post holder will also actively disseminate experiences through publication, conference presentations and participate in local heart failure and nursing research and national working parties. Please see JD for further information

Weekly Complex LARC clinic Monthly Deep Implant Clinic 2 LARC/Training clinics (could include Young people's clinic) 2 General GUM clinics (1:8 weekends) Job Planning, appraisal, continuing professional development, clinical governance, mandatory training, Research and academic activity lead ***Job Description is pending Royal College approval***

Job Summary The post holder works as part of the general practice team under the supervision of the practice nurse, and supports them by participating in the delivery of patient care. The post holder undertakes roles and duties delegated by the practice nurse or a General Practitioner. They will work collaboratively with the general practice team to meet the needs of practice population by providing quality evidence based care. The post holder will strive to improve standards of care and contribute to the identification of practice population needs. The post holder will follow practice policy and procedures. Roles and Responsibilities: The post holder will be responsible for the following clinical activities: Undertake, record and follow guidelines for the tasks for which they have received appropriate training Assisting the surgeon in the minor surgery clinic Daily phlebotomy clinic Measuring and recording following physiological measurements in routine presentations Using patient specific directions, administer to adults B12, influenza and pneumococcal vaccine under indirect supervision of a regulated professional To gain the underpinning knowledge and practical skills to administer basic life support or adrenaline if necessary Undertake wound management as delegated by the regulated professional, referring back any patient that does not fit within established protocols Assist in raising awareness of health and well-being, and how it can be promoted Give accurate and appropriate information to patients and groups within own competence Where appropriate, provide support and encouragement to self-manage their conditions According to practice need and having undertaken appropriate training provide clinical care including monitoring and review of non-complex long term conditions Assess patients readiness to change and provide motivational support as appropriate in cases for example smoking, obesity and healthy living for older people Plan, develop and implement health promotion activities either in one to one or small groups as appropriate e.g. smoking, exercise and diet Communication Patients are treated with dignity, respect and discretion whilst maintaining their confidentiality Communicate effectively with patients and carers, recognising their needs for alternative methods of communication Undertake effective communication with patients in specific clinical situations Communicate effectively with the primary health care team Acts in a manner that acknowledges patients right to make decisions and recognises their responsibilities Maintain confidentiality during communication consistent with legislation and employers policies Personal and people development Take responsibility for maintaining a record of own personal development Work with the practice to access appropriate training based on identified need To recognise and understand the roles and responsibilities of individuals working in the primary health care team Be familiar with the changing structures of health care provision relevant to general practice Health, safety and security Use and encourage others to be familiar with the personal security systems within the workplace according to practice guidelines Identify the risks involved in work activities and undertake them in a way that manages the risks Use and encourage others to adopt appropriate infection control procedures and maintain work areas in each clinical room so that they are clean, safe and free from hazards reporting of any potential risks identified, including: hand washing universal hygiene procedures collection and handling of laboratory specimens segregation and disposal of waste materials decontamination of instruments and clinical equipment reporting and treatment of sharps injuries dealing with blood and body fluid spillages Assist patients and colleagues in adopting sound infection control measures Understand and apply the principles of the cold chain Ensure safe storage, rotation and disposal of vaccines and drugs within area of responsibility Know the general principles of first aid and resuscitation to be able to undertake initial actions as appropriate Be aware of statutory child health procedures, and statutory local guidance. Know the health and safety policies and procedures within the workplace, including fire procedures, maintaining documentation, monitoring and maintaining of equipment and furniture within your area of responsibility Use the computer monitor safely Be able to identify the risks to health of microbiological and chemical hazards within the working environment according to the Control o Service improvement Work with colleagues in the team on the development of current and new services and other initiatives Deal with requests from patients and clinical staff for health information leaflets Quality Ensure own actions are consistent with clinical governance systems Practice in accordance with agreed standards of care Ensure stock items under your control are ordered and available in the treatment and consulting rooms Know the practice's policies in this respect, especially the whistle-blowing policy - available in the practice staff handbook Be able to manage your own time effectively Equality and diversity Act in ways that recognise the importance of people's rights, interpreting them in a way that is consistent with procedures Respect the privacy, dignity, needs and beliefs of patients and carers Understand basic legal and communication issues regarding child abuse, family violence, vulnerable adults, substance abuse and addictive behaviour Act as a chaperone Information processes Familiar with general practice computerised clinical system so as post holder can record information and activities undertaken with patients and carers in an accurate and timely fashion Inputs accurate Read codes about patients to ensure accurate retrieval of information for monitoring and auditing processes Maintain confidentiality or information relating to patients, relatives, staff and the practice Take the necessary precautions when transmitting information Learning and development Disseminate learning and information gained from courses. Confidentiality The post holder should be aware of the confidential nature of this job. Any matter of a confidential nature relating to patients, carers, relatives, staff, volunteers or practice business must not be divulged to any unauthorised person. Health and Safety The post holder is required to take reasonable care for his/her own health and safety and that of other persons who may be affected by his/her acts or omissions. To liaise with the Practice Manager to maintain the safety and wellbeing of patients, visitors and staff in accordance with the national and local policy. Ensure correct procedures are followed and documentation is completed for all accidents and incidents. Data Protection Act The post holder must be aware of the Data Protection Act and follow local codes of practice to ensure appropriate action is taken to safeguard confidential information. It will be necessary for the post holder to work alongside other staff from time to time. These duties will include supervision, training and support to help them achieve their full potential whilst working within their role description. Other responsibilities This job description covers the major responsibilities to be carried out and may be amended in the light of changing needs of the practice. Consultation will occur before any such changes take place

Please view the attached recruitment profile which is a summary of the detailed Job Description and Person Specification for the full personal attributes we require for the role. You will need to demonstrate these throughout the recruitment process. What we offer: Starting salary of £37,338 - £44,962 per annum in accordance with AfC. A full time permanent opportunity to join as a Band 6, and progress in NHSBT. Opportunity to work with a national organisation and be based in London. NHSBT promotes flexible working opportunities and welcome requests. 27 days annual leave (pro rata for part-time) plus Bank Holidays, increasing to 29 days after 5 years service and to 33 days after 10 years. NHS pension scheme. The NHS Pension Scheme is a defined benefit scheme (not dependent on investment returns) Further details and outline of benefits can be found at: www.nhsbsa.nhs.uk/pensions Weve fostered a culture of continuous learning where colleagues are well-led, engaged, and encouraged to grow. We support you in reaching your full potential, both in your current role and future career. Our Thrive program embodies our commitment to learning and development, offering a wide range of activities to support your personal and professional growth. Its open to everyone at NHSBT, ensuring you have the resources to succeed and shine in your role. This vacancy will close at 23:59 on Sunday 20th October 2024. Interviews are anticipated to be held on week commencing 4th Nov 2024 subject to confirmation. For informal enquiries please contact Angela Warriner, Senior Nurse Manager at angela.warriner@nhsbt.nhs.uk.

To manage a complex and highly specialist caseload independently demonstrating evidence of sound clinical judgement and outcome measurement with access to support and supervision as necessary. To demonstrate highly specialist knowledge in clinical specialism underpinned by current evidence based practice. To reflect on practice with peers and identify strengths and needs. To demonstrate evidence of highly specialist clinical judgement, evidence based practice and outcome measures. To act as a lead speech & language therapist in the appropriate specialism. To provide support and supervision for junior team members as directed by Team Leader. To provide specialist second opinions, advice and training to less experienced/ junior colleagues and/or other professionals in the field. To write appropriate reports and case notes, reflecting specialist knowledge. To communicate verbally and in writing with parent/ carer/ client assessment findings, diagnosis and therapy intervention plan reflecting specialist knowledge. This may include breaking bad news in a sensitive manner. To negotiate with parents/clients/other professionals around case management and to recognise potential breakdown and conflict when it occurs and take steps to resolve. To employ negotiation skills in the management of conflict across a range of situations. To deal with initial complaints sensitively, avoiding escalation where possible. To attend and contribute to relevant Speech and Language Therapy Team meetings and participate in team projects. To attend and participate in departmental study/development days. To take a proactive role within multidisciplinary teams. To supervise and plan time-table and work for assistants and volunteers. To take responsibility for day-to-day operational management of small staff groups. To take the lead on inter-agency team-working as requested. To represent the SLT department in meetings with other agencies e.g. teachers. To assist the line manager in the identification of training needs within the team. To be responsible for the specialist teaching / training of other speech and language therapists and other professional groups. To target training appropriately to the needs of course participants and to evaluate it. To develop and deliver specialist training to others in the area of clinical expertise. To contribute to the induction and support system for new staff. To provide full student speech and language therapy placement. To take the lead on the development of local policies and care pathways. To use highly specialist knowledge to inform service/ policy developments as appropriate. To monitor service delivery and own highly specialist service delivery and report to line manager. To be responsible for implementing agreed changes in working practice. To monitor stock levels in own service area and request new equipment as appropriate. To be responsible for the security, care and maintenance of equipment ensuring standards of infection control and safety are maintained including equipment loaned to clients. To maintain up to date and accurate case notes in line with RCSLT professional standards and local trust policies. To share information with others, observing data protection guidelines. To gather and collate activity data accurately and regularly, ensuring the provision of such information promptly within local Trust guidelines. To initiate Clinical Governance /audit projects within local service. To instigate and participate in departmental research and clinical governance/audit projects. To collect and provide research data as required. To be accountable for own professional action and recognise own professional boundaries. To work independently within defined departmental and national protocols/policies and professional code of conduct. To access appraisal within an Individual Performance Framework at pre-determined intervals. To identify and attend relevant training and development in line with appraisal and service needs relating to clinical specialism. To keep up to date with new developments within a clinical specialism, at a highly specialist level, through attendance at relevant SIGs and other training. To have a working knowledge of Clinical Governance and its application to professional practice. To monitor auditory, visual and kinaesthetic aspects of clients communication and to identify appropriate strategies to facilitate and enhance communicative effectiveness. This may require intense periods of concentration. To demonstrate the ability to manage clients with challenging behaviour appropriately. Any other duties commensurate with the grade. This job description gives a general outline of the post and is not intended to be inflexible or a final list of duties. It may therefore be amended from time to time in consultation with the post holder.

Occupational Therapists

Job Title: Occupational Therapist

Location: The Royal Marsden NHS Foundation Trust, Chelsea site, SW3 6JJ

Contract Type: Locum

Salary: £22 - £30 per hour

About You:

We are seeking a skilled and experienced Occupational Therapist to join our team at The Royal Marsden NHS Foundation Trust, a world-renowned cancer treatment centre in London, to provide specialist occupational therapy to patients with cancer.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide specialist occupational therapy to patients with cancer, focusing on physical difficulties, fatigue, post-surgical care, and discharge planning.
• Work autonomously in ward and outpatient settings, conducting assessments and developing individualised rehabilitation programs.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to ensure optimal patient outcomes and coordinated care.
• Contribute to a supportive and innovative healthcare environment known for pushing the boundaries of cancer treatment.

Essential Qualifications:

We are looking for a passionate Occupational Therapist with:

• HCPC registration.
• UK-recognised occupational therapy diploma/degree.
• Minimum one year of relevant experience, ideally within the UK healthcare system.

Essential Skills:

• Discharge planning
• Assessment for equiment and POC in the community
• Knowledge of functional assessment and treatment techniques for oncology and palliative care patients,

Benefits:

• Competitive pay rate: £22 - £30 per hour.
• Full-time hours (37.5 hours per week, Monday-Friday).
• Opportunity to work at The Royal Marsden, a leader in cancer care.
• Access to Health Assured (mental health and wellbeing support).
• First access to shifts with the ability to block book shifts in advance.
• Holiday pay, pension scheme, and online CPD training opportunities

Why Choose Us:

We are a friendly and approachable team committed to finding you locum roles to ensure you enjoy both your work life and your home life. We offer 24/7 support for all our clinicians - we are always here when you need us most.

If you are a highly skilled and motivated Occupational Therapist seeking a locum role with a prestigious cancer centre, apply today!

How to Apply:

Please apply online using the form below and attach a copy of your up-to-date CV.

Unfortunately, we cannot process applications for candidates who cannot provide evidence of a UK right to work.

We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace and welcome applications from all backgrounds.

You will work as a speech and Language Therapist , providing therapy services as part of the integrated, multi-disciplinary therapy team at Linden Lodge School. You will apply and develop your clinical skills in delivering hands-on Speech and Language Therapy, thereby ensuring the provision of a high standard of assessment, treatment and advice to children, young people and their families accessing the school. All this under the supervision of an experienced Band 6 who will work with you to develop your skills and practice.

The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required. For both overviews please view the Job Description attachment with the job advert.

Please see attached Job Description for a comprehensive list of role specific duties and responsibilities Both verbal and written communication skills, and experience of team working will be essential to the role. Strong interpersonal skills will also be essential.You must be an NMC registered, UK based nurse to apply for this role, as it is 'zero-hours' it does not attract visa sponsorship. You must also have at least 6 months acute experience.

We are looking for experienced 0-19 Community Band 5 Nurses to work on a temporary basis, as and when required, who will support the team, department and organisation to achieve the Trust’s mission of “best care by the best people”.

We are now looking to recruit qualified nurses who are motivated and enthusiastic about providing high quality care in children’s services

You will need to be registered with the NMC and have experience and/or qualifications in working with children and young people. Temporary work is also available for block bookings and ad hoc shifts.

If shortlisted, you will be required to take a literacy & medication assessment, date to be confirmed.

Key Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
1. Assist the 0-19 Team in their duties where appropriate.
2. Support and assist Nursery Nurses as required.

Clinical Skills
1. Undertake interventions as directed by the Specialist Community Practitioner, e.g. immunisation and vaccination, screening.
2. Assess the health needs of the child and community involving the carer and/or child in the process of meeting those health needs.
3. Monitor the health of the child and to involve the carers in promoting optimum health and development of the child.
4. Liaise with other statutory and voluntary agencies and maintain good working relationships, making referrals and consulting as necessary.
5. Be aware of the deviations from the norm in health and behaviour and to intervene to protect vulnerable children by prompt action by referral.
6. Assist the Specialist Community Practitioner at Child Health Clinics monitoring the growth of babies and children, advising parents on aspects of parenting within his/her knowledge base and referring to the Specialist Community Practitioner where there are problems or more detailed advice is required.
7.Carry out home visits as delegated by the Specialist Community Practitioner.

We operate a Temporary Staffing service and offer our Bank Staff excellent benefits including:
• Competitive hourly rates and weekly pay;
• Access to paid annual leave and statutory sick pay;
• My Trust Benefits discount scheme;
• Access to the NHS pension scheme;
• Paid mandatory training;
• Opportunities for locally agreed training;
• Flexibility of hours/location;
• Priority over agency staff for booking shifts;
• Free uniform;
• Opportunity to apply for permanent posts.

North East London Foundation Trust (NELFT) is the leading provider of community healthcare services in South West Essex.

Among the community services we provide we deliver children’s services including health visitor, school nurse, children’s therapies and specialist children’s services.

The main duties of the post are outlined fully below and in the attached job description.

COVID-19 Vaccination

We continue to encourage all staff to ensure that they have been double vaccinated and received their booster. We recognise that taking the vaccine provides the best defence against COVID 19 for our patients, our staff and their families.


This advert closes on Monday 25 Nov 2024

We are looking for experienced Community Mental Health Band 6 Nurses to work on a temporary basis, as and when required, who will support the team, department and organisation to achieve the Trust’s mission of “best care by the best people”.

You should be a Registered Mental Health Nurse with a minimum of 2 years post registration/qualification, good written and verbal communication skills, be able to work as part of a team and demonstrate an understanding of mental health issues with experience of dealing with emotional distress.

You will be able to assess, plan, implement and evaluate all aspects of care including working/liaising with multi-disciplinary teams and other agencies in the provision of care and have the ability to engage service users and relatives with empathy and compassion.

Key Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
1. Foster recovery through empowerment of service users and carers by involving the service user and carer in the planning of their care establishing and maintaining consistent supportive relationships, which encourage increased self-determination and responsibility for service users and their care.
2. Offer a range of evidence based interventions and risk management approaches enabling the service user and carers to reduce and manage symptoms and high-risk behaviour.
3. Be proactive, innovative and creative in delivering care, enabling the facilitation of service user’s recovery
4. Engage service users and carers in relapse prevention and crisis plans, providing intervention that maximizes the service user’s ability to resolve crisis and prevent hospitalization.
5. Facilitate early discharge from both inpatient and Home Treatment Team by providing regular, formal reviews.
6. Deliver a flexible and responsive service through practice that is dictated by service users/carers needs.
7. Work collaboratively and effectively with members of the multi-disciplinary team and in partnership with other agencies.
8. Deliver high quality care and provide solutions to service users with severe and enduring mental health problems.
9. Provide care within the Recovery Model of practice maintaining service users within their own environment in the community.



We operate a Temporary Staffing service and offer our Bank Staff excellent benefits including:
• Competitive hourly rates and weekly pay;
• Access to paid annual leave and statutory sick pay;
• My Trust Benefits discount scheme;
• Access to the NHS pension scheme;
• Paid mandatory training;
• Opportunities for locally agreed training;
• PAMOVA training for Mental Health staff;
• Flexibility of hours/location;
• Priority over agency staff for booking shifts;
• Free uniform;
• Opportunity to apply for permanent posts.

The main duties of the job are outlined fully in the attached job description.

COVID-19 Vaccination

We continue to encourage all staff to ensure that they have been double vaccinated and received their booster. We recognise that taking the vaccine provides the best defence against COVID 19 for our patients, our staff and their families.


This advert closes on Monday 25 Nov 2024

We are looking to recruit band 6 Health Visitors.

Working largely independently, but with the support of a multi-disciplinary team of health professionals, you’ll deliver child health programmes. We’ll depend on you to work in partnership with children’s centers, schools, GPs, social care organisations and voluntary agencies, and to create close relationships with families built on honesty, respect and trust.

About you:
You will need to be a specialist community public health nurse, you should have knowledge of safeguarding and other legislation relating to children’s health services and we will support you to develop your safeguarding experience.

If you have 5+ years’ experience as a Health Visitor you will be paid the top of band 6 £19.06 plus High cost area allowance. If you have fewer than 5 years’ experience it will be mid-point of the band £16.96 plus High cost area Allowance.



To assess the health needs of the individual, and to involve the client/carer in the process of meeting those health needs.

To monitor the health of children under five years of age, and to involve the family in promoting optimum health and development of all children.

To be aware of deviations from the normal in health and behaviour, and to intervene to protect vulnerable children and adults by prompt action, by referral and working with other agencies as part of a specialist team. Examples include child abuse interventions, special needs assessments, and work with the chronically sick and disabled.

COVID-19 Vaccination

We continue to encourage all staff to ensure that they have been double vaccinated and received their booster. We recognise that taking the vaccine provides the best defence against COVID 19 for our patients, our staff and their families.



We operate a Temporary Staffing service and offer our Bank Staff excellent benefits including:
• Competitive hourly rates and weekly pay;
• Access to paid annual leave and statutory sick pay;
• My Trust Benefits discount scheme;
• Access to the NHS pension scheme;
• Paid mandatory training;
• Opportunities for locally agreed training;
• Flexibility of hours/location;
• Priority over agency staff for booking shifts;
• Opportunity to apply for permanent posts.

NELFT provides health visiting services across four very diverse London boroughs and Essex borough, ranging from areas of poor health and high unemployment to leafy suburbs, we can offer real variety.

To liaise with other agencies, statutory and voluntary, and maintain good working relationships, making referrals and consulting as necessary with the informed consent of clients, and within the policies of the Trust.

Act as a health resource to other agencies.

Be responsive to local health needs, using skills of advocacy as appropriate, eg: committee membership.

Responsible for the management of a team based caseload.

Supplying reports, statistical returns and information as required.

Defining priorities, setting objectives in line with service objectives.

Implementing Child Health Promotion programmes in accordance with the Health Visiting Core Programme.

Organisation of caseload cover in periods of planned absence eg. Annual leave and study leave.




This advert closes on Monday 25 Nov 2024

We are looking to recruit Band 5, registered nurses to join our expanding temporary staff bank service to support our Inpatient teams in the following areas:

Alistair Farquharson Centre, Thurrock Hospital
Brentwood Community Hospital
Mayflower Community Hospital, Billericay
Foxglove Ward, King Georges Hospital
Grays Court Ward 1&3, Dagenham Hospital
Heronwood and Galleon, Wanstead Hospital
Ainslie rehabilitation unit, Chingford

You will be involved in assessing, planning, implementing and evaluating patient care and must have recent clinical experience, ideally in a community or community hospital setting. You will need to be a reliable, enthusiastic and self-motivated individual, with excellent verbal and written communication skills.



Main duties include but are not limited to:

1. To be responsible for organising and prioritising own and others workload in the day to day allocation of work.

2. To deputise when required in the team managers absence and delegate appropriately to health care assistants.

3. To have organisational knowledge relating to Trust protocols and procedures and adhere to them, particularly administration of medicine and moving and handling.

4. To be responsible for providing accurate records of information required by the Trust for audit purposes.

5. To ensure effective risk management at team level by accident/incident reporting, assessing and controlling risk and ensuring residual risks are added to the Trust register.





Do you want to be part of an innovative, dynamic organisation that is committed to delivering the best care by the best people? We are looking to appoint people who are as passionate about high quality care as we are.

NELFT provides award winning community and mental healthcare for over 2 million people. We work to ensure our patients, their friends and family, feel confident that their health needs are well met. With an excellent reputation for research and development, our skilled health professionals are at the cutting edge of evidence-based innovation, opening up the possibilities for better ways of working and delivery of care.

We are committed to the delivering thebest carefor our patients. The successful candidate will share this commitment and demonstrate our Trust values.

We operate a temporary staffing service and can offer competitive hourly rates, flexibility of shifts and hours, access to the NHS pension scheme, variety of work and access to training opportunities.

The main duties of the post are outlined fully in the attached job description.

COVID-19 Vaccination

We continue to encourage all staff to ensure that they have been double vaccinated and received their booster. We recognise that taking the vaccine provides the best defence against COVID 19 for our patients, our staff and their families.


This advert closes on Monday 25 Nov 2024

We are looking for experienced Community Band 5 Nurses to work on a temporary basis, as and when required, who will support the team, department and organisation to achieve the Trust’s mission of “best care by the best people”.

You should have recent community experience and will need to be a reliable, enthusiastic and self-motivated individual who is able to integrate quickly and work as part of the team. You will need to have excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Ability to travel effectively and efficiently throughout all localities and surrounding areas is integral to the post.

Please ensure you meet the person specifications and have the relevant qualifications required for the role.

Key Responsibilities include but are not limited to:


1. Provide nursing care to patients as delegated by the Senior Nurse. Evaluate care plans and assess on-going needs within own level of competency.
2. Observe, record and report all changes to other members of the team within twenty-four hours.
3. Awareness of current evidence based approaches to patient care and demonstrates this in practice.
4. Work in partnership with the patient to achieve optimum levels of self-care as agreed on nursing care plan.
5. Document changes accordingly on the care plan which are dependent upon competencies in agreement with the Senior Nurse.
6. Demonstrate, teach and supervise the nursing care that families can safely undertake, advising as necessary in line with own competency.
7. Advise the family on prevention of illness and accidents within own level of competency.
8. Under the guidance of the Senior Nurse assess the need for service aids and equipment and to ensure that those provided are used appropriately and safely.
9. Ensure that the service aids and equipment are used in accordance with manufacturer’s guidelines and to notify all known hazards to appropriate personnel.
10.Report to the Senior Nurse any deficiency in the provision of service aids and equipment.
11.Maintain accurate nursing records in accordance with NMC and Trust policy.
12.Actively participate in the Intravenous Therapy Service at home and manage patients accordingly.

We operate a Temporary Staffing service and offer our Bank Staff excellent benefits including:
• Competitive hourly rates and weekly pay;
• Access to paid annual leave and statutory sick pay;
• My Trust Benefits discount scheme;
• Access to the NHS pension scheme;
• Paid mandatory training;
• Opportunities for locally agreed training;
• Flexibility of hours/location;
• Priority over agency staff for booking shifts;
• Free uniform;
• Opportunity to apply for permanent posts.

The main duties of this post are outlined fully below and in the attached job description

COVID-19 Vaccination

We continue to encourage all staff to ensure that they have been double vaccinated and received their booster. We recognise that taking the vaccine provides the best defence against COVID 19 for our patients, our staff and their families.


This advert closes on Monday 25 Nov 2024