Team leader

Community nursing team leader post with Kent Community Health NHS Foundation Trust, advertised at Band 6. The core work is keeping people safe and well at home, using clinical judgement to plan evidence-based care in people's own homes, care homes and other settings. The team serves a diverse population with complex needs, on a 7.5-hour pattern with alternate late shifts and weekends. Applicants need NMC registration and a full UK or EU-issued driving licence.

What the job involves

• Use clinical judgement to support evidence-based care planning for people at home, in care homes and in other settings
• Keep people safe and well at home
• Make sure people who use the service have a good experience
• Work in integrated neighbourhood teams, delivering joined-up care with GPs, mental health professionals, social workers and voluntary services

Qualifications

• Level 6 degree or equivalent, or equivalent knowledge from experience plus a diploma in nursing

Registration & licences

• Registered health care professional with the Nursing and Midwifery Council

Experience

• Experience of managing complex caseloads and supporting or mentoring others

Skills & knowledge

• Ability to use IT systems and databases
• Understanding of when to signpost clients and families to other services to support behaviour change and better health
• Up-to-date knowledge of clinical practice, evidence-based procedures and clinical effectiveness frameworks
• Understanding of the role and remit of a health care worker

Checks & eligibility

• Full UK driving licence, or full licence issued by an EU country (not exchanged from a non-EU country)
• Ability to travel independently

Nice to have

• Awareness of developments within the NHS
• Understanding of National Service Frameworks and NICE guidance

What’s offered

• Career pathways
• Apprenticeships
• Personalised development support
• Mental health support
• Improved flexible working arrangements
• Support for flexible working conversations

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