Job summary
As part of the ECHT (enhanced care home team), we are seeking a band 5 nurse to work as part of the discharge to assess pathway (D2A).
The D2A pathway is for patients that are medically fit to leave an acute hospital setting but not well enough to return to their previous place of residence. Patients are discharged through D2A pathway into a nursing home so they can continue receiving additional support and further assessment for a period of 28 days.
It will be the band 5's responsibility to complete an initial physical health nursing assessment and follow up assessments of the patient in a timely manner. You will work closely with Therapy staff, IDT, social workers and care home staff to ensure that the safest outcome for the patient is met.
Main duties of the job
The Registered Nurse will:
- Be responsible for the assessment, development, implementation and evaluation of programmes for care home residents with support from Ward Manager / Team Leader / District Nursing Sister.
o Deputise, in the absence, for the Ward Manager / Team Leader / District Nursing Sister.
To work within a multi-disciplinary team delivering skills based care to patients in care homes across Doncaster. Working in partnership with other agencies to ensure delivery of a high quality service.
About us
Rotherham Doncaster and South Humber NHS Foundation Trust (RDaSH) employ around 3700 talented colleagues who are very much appreciated, valued, and respected.
We have a wide portfolio which includes mental health, physical health, learning disability and drug and alcohol services.
We are passionate about enhancing the quality of our service and we work hard to attract and select the right colleagues for our organisation. Our goal is to employ those who share our passion for providing first class care while remaining committed to our vision and values.
To find out more about working for RDaSH and the fantastic benefits we offer visit our website:
https://workwithrdash.co.uk/
We are committed to inclusive cultures and really value people in our organisation, view our Allyship video on YouTube to find out more:
https://youtu.be/WMJSkLoTk4Q
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please view the attached job description and person specification to view the full details about the role
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please view the attached job description and person specification to view the full details about the role
Person Specification
essential
Essential
- Current and active registration with NMC: Registered General Nurse
- Experience of working in a professional nursing role with patients with physical health needs Knowledge and experience of working in a multi-disciplinary setting. NHS experience Experience of working with patients who have long term conditions.
- Understanding of evidence based practice
- Complex reasoning, critical thinking, reflection, and analysis to inform assessments, clinical judgements, and decisions.
- Ability to work autonomously and within a team.
Desirable
- Experience of liaising with staff across different disciplines and organisational boundaries.
Person Specification
essential
Essential
- Current and active registration with NMC: Registered General Nurse
- Experience of working in a professional nursing role with patients with physical health needs Knowledge and experience of working in a multi-disciplinary setting. NHS experience Experience of working with patients who have long term conditions.
- Understanding of evidence based practice
- Complex reasoning, critical thinking, reflection, and analysis to inform assessments, clinical judgements, and decisions.
- Ability to work autonomously and within a team.
Desirable
- Experience of liaising with staff across different disciplines and organisational boundaries.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
