Job Description

We are offering an exciting opportunity to join our Community Nursing Team as a Lead Specialist Practitioner based in Burton on Trent.



We are looking for a highly skilled clinician who is a NMC Registered Adult Nurse and holds the Specialist Practitioner Qualification (SPQ) and is willing to work within the Community Nursing Service Delivery Model to develop the role further.



You will provide strong clinical leadership and support safe and effective care for service users and will work closely with the Operational Team and other senior nurses in the team to share responsibility for organising the day-to-day running of the caseload, managing emerging risks, supporting effective reporting and governance and agreeing service transformation priorities



They will provide enhanced holistic nursing care to housebound service users utilising enhanced assessment skills; decision making; prescribing and freedom to act as a Specialist Practitioner.



You will need to be highly motivated and enthusiastic, have excellent communication, negotiation and interpersonal skills and an ability to challenge practice as needed as well as providing support staff development in the service by providing mentorship and supervision to pre and post registered nurses.



This is a full-time post, but we will also consider requests for part time.



You will utilise your enhanced assessment skills to support decision-making and be competent and confident across areas of practice that include but are not limited to wound care, end of life care, prescribing, diabetes management, and medication administration.

As part of this role, you will be expected to:

Demonstrate competence in core community nursing clinical skills and a willingness to learn and share knowledge Foster good relationships with both internal and external partners, along with other members of the MDT. Provide oversight of the running of the District/Community Nursing caseload and development of staff within the team, working alongside the Operational Lead/Manager and Education Lead. Be a senior member of the community nursing team they will share clinical knowledge, expertise and advice and provide mentorship and supervision to pre and post-registration nurses in the community nursing team. Work closely with other MPFT services and external partners to support the development and delivery of effective care pathways. Supporting the delivery of place-based care within the attached locality. Contribute to service/policy development through active membership on working parties or professional forums. To be aware of national and local policy that impacts upon the health and wellbeing of service users.

Come and work with us at our award-winning NHS Trust, leading the way for trying new and better ways of working to help improve life for our local communities.



We have around 9,000 staff who provide physical and mental healthcare, support for people with learning disabilities, and adult social care across Staffordshire, Stoke-on-Trent, Shropshire, and Telford & Wrekin. We also run regional and national services, including help for new parents (perinatal care), eating disorders, forensic services, sexual health, and support for people in prison with mental health, drug, or alcohol problems.



We offer great career development for both clinical and non-clinical roles, with ongoing training and support to help you learn and grow.



We are 'United in our Uniqueness' and committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels welcome and can be themselves, no matter their background or identity. We want our staff to feel supported and valued, and we aim to build a team that reflects the communities we serve. Together, we can make sure every voice is heard, and every difference is respected.



Please note, we may be required to close this vacancy early if we receive a high volume of applications



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Please see attached the job description and person specification for full details of this role - Lead Specialist Practitioner (Community Nursing)