Job summary To work as a member of the Urgent Community Response (UCR) squads, in the Rapid Response & Intermediate Care service, providing rapid interventions to support patients at home and avoid inappropriate admission into hospital.
UCR squads are comprised of nurses, paramedics, physiotherapists, occupational therapists and healthcare assistants.
The role will provide nursing, physiotherapy and occupational therapy based interventions for patients.
It is a countywide role and part of the widerRapid Response & Intermediate Care service.
The overall aims of the Rapid Response & Intermediate Care Team are to avoid inappropriate conveyances and admissions to hospital and facilitate timely discharge into the community.
A full driving licence with business insurance and access to a car for work purposes is essential Main duties of the job Providing general and specific care to adults within competenciesBeing an integral member of the Urgent Community Response squad, providing defined delivery of care including core therapy, nursing and social rehabilitative care to patients in liaison with senior staff.Taking responsibility for designated elements of the patient treatment protocols and delivery of such treatments in patients' own homes.Being responsible for the completion and potential delegation of non-clinical tasks within the team.Improve the care and support of patients in the community, so patients can remain safely in their own home for as long as possibleHave an innovative approach, excellent communication skills and willingness to work with other members of the community teams to ensure high quality service deliveryWillingness to further develop your clinical expertise in a range of areas.
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- What does Buckinghamshire Healthcare NHS Trust offer you?
As part of our BHT family, you'll benefit from learning and development opportunities to support your career progression.
We offer flexible and agile workingopportunities,alongside your NHS benefits ofgenerous annual leave entitlement, pension andaccess toNHS discount schemes.
We provide a range of health and wellbeing services to promote a healthy, happy workforce.
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We'recommitted to promoting inclusion and making sure all colleagues feel they belong.
We encourage new colleagues from a diverse range of backgrounds to apply.
As an employer, we aim to create a workplace where differences are valued, and colleagues treat one another with dignity and respect.
Greater diversity withinourBHT familyimprovespositive outcomes for the people and communities we serve.
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Our vision is to provide outstanding care, support healthy communities and be a great place to work.
Our mission is to provide personal and compassionate care every time.
Our CARE values are collaborate, aspire, respect and enable.
Job description Job responsibilities For a comprehensive list of responsibilities and duties, please kindly refer to the Job Description and Person Specification by downloading the JD and PS attachment in the advert.If you are an internal applicant there is the option for secondment, all applicants must have the endorsement/support of their line manager prior to application.If you have a disability that makes submitting this online application difficult and would like assistance, please contact us on quoting the vacancy reference number.
Person Specification SPECIAL CIRCUMSTANCES Essential Physically able to perform task whilst kneeling, bending and able to handle patients and equipment safely Valid and current driving licence and car to be able to travel to locations throughout Buckinghamshire.
Business car insurance required EDUCATION, QUALIFICATIONS & TRAINING Essential Good literary and numeracy skills Health and Social Care Level 2 or 3 Diploma or equivalent relevant patient facing experience and willingness to undertake Level 3 qualification Have the ability to undertake training to acquire the skills appropriate for development in the post EXPERIENCE Essential Previous NHS/Social Care/ Voluntary Organisation experience Previous caring experience of working in Health or Social Care environment Awareness of the needs of older people Desirable Awareness of the needs of people with long term conditions Understanding of Integrated Team SKILLS, ABILITIES & KNOWLEDGE Essential Good interpersonal skills Good verbal communication skills Good ability to listen Good written skills IT Skills Team player Ability to show patience and dependability