Developmental Community Nurse / District Nurse band 5 - Band 6

Developmental Community Nurse / District Nurse band 5 - Band 6 An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Developmental band 6 Community Nurse / District Nurse in training to join our Integrated Teams in Havering.Thesuccessful candidateswill be expected to support their team, department and organisation to achieve the Trust's Values in their day to day work. These are the 5P's:Putting people firstPrioritising qualityBeing progressive, innovative and continually improveBeing professional and honestPromoting what is possible - independence, opportunity and choiceThe successful candidates will be a Registered Nurse (RN12-NMC) responsible for caseload management and delegation. The nurse will assess, manage, plan and deliver care, including being professionally and legally accountable.The successful candidates will support their peers and team leader and be an effective team member whilst working on their own initiative. They will supervise pre-registration students.If you are an overseas qualified nurse and wanting to start your journey to becoming a UK based registered nurse with the NMC, you can check whether you are eligible to be supported through our Capital Nurse consortium. Please visit Whilst NELFT is happy to welcome overseas nurses we are unable to consider your application directly. You should submit your interest and apply through the Capital Nurse London group.Main duties of the jobThe post holders will lead and manage a Community Nursing Team, geographically aligned to GP practices and be responsible for the management of a caseload ensuring the provision of a high standard of nursing care to patients and their families in the community. He/she will work as part of the integrated primary/community health care team, working within and across professional and organisational boundaries. Liaising with GPs, other professionals and statutory and voluntary agencies he/she will deliver individualised care to patients. The nurse works without direct supervision and provides leadership to the community nursing team.Applications are welcome from nurses currently undertaking the Band 6 Development Program or with an interest in working towards.Candidate must have a valid permanent valid driving licence and access to a car.About usProbationary PeriodThis post will be subject to a probationary period. Internal applicants are exempt from the probationary period (unless you are an internal applicant currently part way through a probationary period or currently a bank member of staff).Starting with NELFTNELFT place a great deal of importance on new starters being properly welcomed and inducted into the Trust. All new starters will join the Trust on the first Monday of each month and will undertake a comprehensive induction of up to two weeks which will include mandatory training, systems training and the allocation of equipment. As part of the process new starters will have the opportunity to also meet the executive team, senior managers and attend a number of drop in sessions focusing in engagement, health and wellbeing and key processes. The induction will be held at our head office in Rainham, Essex.High Cost Area Supplement - LondonThis post also attracts payment for High Cost Area Supplement of 15% of the basic salary (with a minimum of 4,108 to a maximum of 5,177).Job descriptionJob responsibilitiesPlease see the attached job description and person specification for further details on the vacancy.Person SpecificationQualificationEssentialDistrict nurse qualification, certificate, DiP, DegreeCurrent NMC Registration Registered Nurse (RN)Nurse/Prescriber/Non-Medical PrescriberTop - to -Toe Physical Examination CourseEvidence of professional up-datingDesirableRelevant post registration course and experience e.g. Palliative Care, Diabetes and Tissue ViabilityMentor Qualificationworking towards NMP V300ExperienceEssentialHas experience of team working that will assist the individual to manage an effective teamCaseload management and effective delegation responsibilityEvidence of teaching and assessing individualsProviding complex packages of careInteragency and collaborative workingDesirable3 years post registration experience2 years experience in primary care / community care roleExperience of ensuring practice is based on sound evidence and clinical auditAbility to manage staff conflict and difficult situationsKnowledgeEssentialAn awareness of NHS Plan, NSF and clinical governance prioritiesAwareness of the content and application in practice of the NMC Code of Professional ConductA good range of clinical skills, including assessmentUnderstand the importance of chronic disease management and rehabilitation in the communitySkillsEssentialBasic awareness of IT and IT skillsExcellent interpersonal, communication and leadership skillsGood organisation skills and ability to prioritise and work in a self-directed wayGood organisation skills and ability to prioritise and work in a self-directed wayEmployer detailsEmployer nameNELFT North East London Foundation TrustAddressHarold Hill Health CentreGooshays DriveHarold HillRM3 9SUAny attachments will be accessible after you click to apply.395-HV595-24 Create a job alert and receive personalised job recommendations straight to your inbox.
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