Community Specialist Practitioner

at  Tameside and Glossop Integrated Care NHS Foundation Trust

Specialist Practitioner Qualification - District Nursing
Band 6 - 37.5
Permanent
We are are currently looking to recruit a Band 6 Specialist Practitioner Qualification within our District Nursing service. You will be allocated to work in one of the 5 neighbourhoods however the role may require you to work across any of the localities as a service need requirement
If you are a Self –motivated dynamic individual with a passion for community care this could be the position for you.
Please feel free to contact Nicola Rigg on 07917237924 , if you have any questions regarding the opportunities within these roles
The post holder will have responsibility for management of the routine activities of the District Nursing Team, organising workload and staff rotas. Exercising leadership and judgement to ensure good clinical practises and high standards of care are maintained in order to meet service demand.
You will be working within an integrated neighbourhood and be involved with the current changes and developments within the organisation.
Assess and develops students and junior staff to reach their potential by designing learning programmes and acting as a Mentor
Tameside and Glossop Integrated Care NHS Foundation Trust serves a community of 250,000 people across Tameside & Glossop. We provide a range of services both within the hospital and across our community for both adults and children. Our vision is to improve health outcomes for our population and influence wider determinants of health through collaboration with our health & care partners.
We have a clear set of values & behaviours which we expect all of our staff to demonstrate:
Safety
Care
Respect
Communication
Learning
We believe that the best organisations are those that reflect the communities they serve. We are therefore seeking to improve the diversity of our workforce to make it truly representative of our local population.
We actively encourage applications irrespective of race, age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, religion or belief, marriage & civil partnership, or pregnancy or maternity. Recognising those communities that are underrepresented within our workforce, we would particularly welcome applications from Black, Asian & minority ethnic candidates, LGBTQ+ people & Disabled people.
Benefits include; flexible working, 27-33 days annual leave plus bank holidays, sick pay, NHS Pension Scheme, free eye tests and health checks, gym discount, free bicycle loan scheme, salary sacrifice car scheme, support with stress, bereavement, relationships, finance, and much more.

The post holder has continuing daily responsibility and accountability without direct supervision for the District Nursing team.
Assesses, plans, implements and reviews routine through to complex care packages using research and evidence based knowledge to underpin practice.
To supervise, lead, inform and delegate staff as appropriate to the needs of the service by utilising Nursing skills and resources effectively as directed by the Team Leader.
Applies Specialist, analytical and judgemental skills to assess and interpret acute, chronic and palliative conditions, taking appropriate actions to prioritise patient’s needs.
Demonstrates a high level of intuitive and creative problem solving skills to facilitate patient centred care: rationalising information to create patient concordance by using a high level of communication/negotiation skills.
Participates in the Performance and Development Review process within the team and undertakes review of junior staff under supervision of the team leader.
Prescribe efficiently and effectively from the Nursing Prescribing Formulary.
To participate in the investigation of complaints and safeguarding concerning nursing services in accordance with the level of experience and encourage comments and suggestions on improving the quality of the service.
To ensure that accidents, complaints and unusual incidents are reported in accordance with the policy.
To analyse caseloads and constantly review work patterns as required.
To participate in systems of clinical governance to achieve quality improvements i.e. clinical audit and evidence based practice.
To support and develop staff using CPD and to identify future leaders
Communications
Provide and receive information where highly complex communication skills may be required in order to reach agreement or co-operation or because of barriers to understanding, for example cognitive impairment.
Demonstrates professional sensitivity and empathy during the emotional demands of high exposure to distressing circumstances.
Demonstrates empathy and re-assurance while motivating patients to be as selfcaring and independent as their condition allows.
Maintain a high level of communication/negotiation skills on daily basis with other health and social care professionals to achieve best outcomes in care pathways.
To participate in the investigation of complaints and safeguarding concerning nursing services in accordance with the level of experience and encourage comments and suggestions on improving the quality of the service.
Contributes to the investigation of any complaint received from patients, carers or others in accordance with Trust policy. Contribute
Responsibility for Patient Care
Assesses, plans, implements and reviews routine through to complex care packages using research and evidence based knowledge to underpin practice
Show empathy and sensitivity when dealing with the terminally ill, the bereaved, or other sensitive health related problems/needs of patients, relatives or carers
Responsible for autonomous decision making for actions within the caseload
Ensures staffing resource is utilized effectively to meet patient care needs
Ensure appropriate/timely referrals are made to other health and social care professionals, and other statutory/voluntary bodies
To identify professional development and learning needs to maintain and develop clinical practise
Participate in multi-agency case conferences to develop packages/pathways of care
To be responsible for the setting of the highest agreed standards of quality care within the resources available and to review and monitor these on a continuous basis
Ensure staff within the team have the right skills and knowledge to deliver patient care which will enhance the patients experience and deliver a high quality service
Planning and organising
Inform and delegate staff as appropriate to the needs of the service by utilising Nursing skills and resources effectively within the team
Prioritise referrals and needs
Inform Team Leader of any ongoing nursing/management issues affecting working capacity and patient care
Responsible for planning duty rotas
Responsibilities for Physical and / or Financial Resources
To ensure that accommodation, equipment and consumable goods are effectively and safely used
Ensures highly technical equipment is maintained regularly and reports any defects to the relevant departments
Ensures stock is maintained to meet patient needs
Responsibility for Policy and Service Development and Implementation
Participate in the organisational agenda, contributes to and influences policies and protocols within the District Nursing specialism
Awareness of current local and national agendas relevant to the service
Works within organizational policies and guidelines
Responsibilities for Human Resources and Leadership
Provides management and leadership of the team on a day to day basis providing supervision of staff and clinical professional supervision
Responsible for maintaining the safety of staff and patients on a day to day basis in line with trust policies and Health and Safety regulations
Participate in the recruitment and selection of staff
Participate in Induction and orientation programs for newly appointed staff
Undertakes sickness and absence monitoring of staff and participates in ‘Return to Work’ Interviews
Identifies education and training needs of staff as part of the annual appraisal process for staff in conjunction with the team leader.
Responsibilities for Teaching and Training
To attend mandatory training in accordance with trust policies
To maintain clinical competencies by attending training and skills assessment As identified within the individuals PDR and also those identified as part of the business groups workforce plan to meet the demands of the patient and the ever changing health economy
Creates and maintains an appropriate learning environment to meet the education and development needs of Registered Nursing Staff and other staff under their jurisdiction as well as Students
Facilitate staff within the team with a Mentor and Preceptor where appropriate and access to clinical supervision.
Facilitate staff to attend Mandatory Statutory training
Ensure staff maintain their core clinical competencies by facilitating attendance at training and skills assessment.
Responsibilities for data and information resources
Maintain accurate and contemporaneous written and computerised records for all patients with due regard to legal status and NMC standards
Utilizes information technology on a daily basis including, EMISS, e-rostering systems, NHS mail, Internet and intranet.
Research, Development and Audit.
Maintaining knowledge of current developments in Nursing by attendance at specific training events as appropriate and by reading available literature
Foster a questioning and analytical approach to care within the Nursing team to promote individuals development by increasing knowledge based on Nursing evidence
Participate in the Trusts Audit programmes and implement Audit action plans
To participate in nursing research appropriate to the specialty.
Physical Skills and Effort
Work autonomously and unsupervised in the community setting, within a variety of locations, recognising the risks associated with lone working.
Demonstrates dexterity, safety and accuracy when preparing and using medical devices
Management of frequent exposure to highly distressing circumstances
Support neighbouring teams as service need requires
Travels frequently between different work locations.
Frequent sitting or standing in a restricted position
Frequent exposure to unpleasant/highly unpleasant working conditions
Regularly involved in the moving and handling patients and equipment
Uses problem solving approach. Manages and prioritises caseload which changes on a daily basis. Is responsive to changes in work patterns
Frequent concentration required while carrying out patient assessments, occasional prolonged concentration when carrying out investigations