Community Nurse; District Nursing

NHSGG C is one of the largest healthcare systems in the United Kingdom, employing approximately 40,000 staff across a wide range of clinical and non-clinical professions and roles. We deliver acute hospital, primary, community and mental health services to a population of over 1.15 million people, and to a wider population of 2.2 million when regional and national services are included.

The role of community staff nurse will be responsible for the support and management of a caseload of community patients, working in partnership with the District Nurse to assist leading and managing a team of qualified nursing staff and health support workers. You will function as an independent autonomous practitioner by virtue of in-depth knowledge, expertise, proficiency and experience to provide a high quality nursing service.

You will be responsible and accountable for the ongoing management of patient to ensure the assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of programmes of care. These will be developed in partnership with patients, family, carers and significant others, and will be evidence based taking into consideration the lifestyle, race, gender and cultural background, and factors which impact on physical, mental or emotional health.

It is essential that you are currently a Registered Nurse with the NMC PIN up to date.

This post requires membership of Disclosure Scotland's PVG

• There are full-time and part-time positions available
• The shift pattern for this post will be Monday to Sunday, may include Public Holidays and out of office hours
• Based in the North West District Nursing Service
• Please note the salary is Pro Rata for part time hours.

• The post holder is responsible and accountable for assessing, planning and implementation of programmes of care as directed by district nursing sister/charge nurse. These will be developed in partnership with Patients, Family, Carers and Significant others, and will be evidence based taking into consideration the lifestyle, race, gender and cultural background, and factors which impact on physical, mental or emotional health.
• The post holder may be required to assume the responsibility of the caseload holder during short periods of sickness, absence and annual leave, seeking support as required from other senior members of the district nursing team.
• The post holder will be familiar with and ensure implementation of local, regional and national policies, procedures and guidelines pertinent to their area in the pursuit of the highest standard of care.
• The post holder is responsible for ensuring that they practice within the Legal & Ethical framework as established by Nursing & Midwifery Council (NMC) and National Legislation to ensure the patients’ interests and wellbeing are met.
• Maintain accurate up-to-date clinical records and care plans in accordance with NMC standards for records and record keeping, ensuring compliance with the Data Protection Act and the Freedom of Information Act.
• As a member of the district nursing team the post holder will be able to support patients, families and carers in order to achieve optimum health and independence.
• Plan and prioritise workload as required, delegate work using available resources and make decisions to ensure that patients’ needs are being met.

Essential

• 1st Level Registration or 2nd Level Registration
• Minimum of 2 years post-registration experience
• Evidence of continuing professional development
• IT skills-word processing/email/internet
• Good communication skills (both verbal and written)
• Ability to work on own initiative
• Leadership skills
• Problem-solving skills
• Ability to work as part of a team
• Previous experience in primary care/community setting

Desirable

• Full Driving Licence

We offer a wide range of supportive policies designed to enhance your employee journey, including a comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme, Cycle to Work Scheme, bursary scheme and extensive learning and development opportunities.

As an NHS Scotland employee, you will be entitled to:

• A minimum of…