Community Nurse - Kingston upon Hull, United Kingdom - City Health Care Partnership CIC

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    Job summary

    We have an exciting opportunity for a band 5 Registered Nurse to join the Out of Hours team working 23 hours per week. This will include an hour shift pattern between the hours of 8pm and 8am, 2 shifts per week.

    Applications are invited from registered nurses who wish to join a friendly, dynamic and progressive team based within City Health Care Partnership CIC Out of Hours Nursing team. The service operates across Hull and East Riding providing care for patients requiring nursing intervention in their own home. You must be flexible in your approach to practice, have excellent communication skills, be adaptable and be able to lead and drive forward change ensuring patient safety is maintained at all times.

    Main duties of the job

    CHCP CIC is committed to developing its clinical workforce and therefore offers the successful candidate opportunities for further study and career progression. You will be joining dynamic and proactive nursing teams which working in partnership with associated health and social care providers. This is an ideal opportunity for those who enjoy developing new ways of working and working under their own initiative. The ability to commute within CHCP CIC's geographical areas with access to appropriate means of transport is essential.

    For further information, please contact Sorelle Moore, Clinical Team Lead on or email

    About us

    At CHCP, we're passionate about people and we know that you are too, that's why we're here isn't it? We recognise that high quality care is delivered by high quality professionals who are appreciated, respected and supported, which is why we want to give all our colleagues the chance to shine.

    Work with us and you'll be more than just a number. Our people are our shareholders and their thoughts and opinions are always heard; at CHCP you have a real voice.

    Compassion is at the heart of our business; we're a team of nearly 2,500 colleagues who work together to deliver first-class healthcare to thousands of people living in Hull, the East Riding, Knowsley and St Helens. Local diversity demands diverse roles, that's why we have vacancies to suit everybody. No matter your role at CHCP, we'll support you to thrive.

    As the 13thlargest social enterprise in the UK, we're pioneering the move towards independent service delivery. Join us on our journey and help us make history.

    Job description

    Job responsibilities

    Please see the job description and person specification attached to this job advert for full details on the role.

    Person Specification

    Qualifications

    Essential

  • Degree in Nursing Studies / First level Registered Nurse or working towards final assessment to achieve first level registration
  • Desirable

  • Post-registration qualifications
  • Mentorship qualification
  • Knowledge

    Essential

  • Demonstrate an understanding of the role of a community nurse
  • Knowledge of legislation impacting on service delivery
  • Knowledge of the modernisation agenda
  • Demonstrate an understanding of evidence based practice
  • Knowledge of local initiatives
  • Demonstrate an understanding of the MDT
  • Basic IT skills
  • Knowledge and skills in the assessment process
  • Desirable

  • Able to mentor students
  • Evidence of professional development
  • Have a working knowledge and understanding of First Visit Criteria
  • Experience

    Essential

  • Basic health and safety awareness
  • Experience of working within a healthcare setting
  • Experience of working with families and carers
  • Experience of working in a team
  • Experience of working with computerised recording systems
  • Desirable

  • Experience of multi-agency working
  • Experience of working within a community setting
  • To have recently worked within a nursing capacity
  • To be able to provide education to patients, carers, staff and other health care professionals