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The Hillingdon Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

15d ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Junior & Mid Level
  • Healthcare

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  • You must have a strong nursing background, a full driving license, and the ability to provide community care, conduct assessments, and collaborate with healthcare teams effectively.
  • You will provide nurse-led care via telephone and home visits, deliver health education, audit care pathways, collaborate with teams, and support families in self-managing conditions.

Requirements

  • 1. Provide nurse led care in the form of telephone reviews and/or home visits for further assessment to children who would have otherwise been admitted to hospital.
  • 2. Deliver health education and promotion to children and their families at home during an acute episode of illness to reduce PED re-attendances and help build resourcefulness within the community.
  • 3. Continue to nurture existing working links between the Paediatric ED (PED), Paediatric Assessment Unit (PAU)ED, and community teams to ensure seamless pathways for children mildly-moderately unwell with common conditions.
  • 4. Audit and review existing pathways of care for common minor conditions and deliver and disseminate associated educational resources to professionals working across the urgent care pathway for children.
  • 5. Use and develop his/her clinical experience and skills in the independent assessment and management of acutely unwell children to ensure all children referred to PATCH team receive high quality, effective, individualised care that is compassionate and caring.
  • 6. Have opportunities to work within the Paediatric A&E Dept, Paediatric Assessment Unit and the children inpatient ward at The Hillingdon Hospital NHS Trust and with the local Children’s Community Nursing Teams to develop and refine their skills and knowledge.
  • 7. Assist in the reduction of acute admissions to inpatient hospital beds by supporting children and families in the community to self-manage conditions and by providing hospital at home care therefore has a full driving license and willingness to travel to visits independently.
  • 8. Work closely with the lead nurse/practitioner, consultant and multi-disciplinary team members both in the hospital and community to monitor and maintain policies, standards of nursing care and staff development.
  • 9. Be flexible in the approach to the clinical and community area and provide support for colleagues, junior staff and students.

Responsibilities

  • - Provide nurse led care in the form of telephone reviews and/or home visits for further assessment to children who would have otherwise been admitted to hospital.
  • - Deliver health education and promotion to children and their families at home during an acute episode of illness to reduce PED re-attendances and help build resourcefulness within the community.
  • - Continue to nurture existing working links between the Paediatric ED (PED), Paediatric Assessment Unit (PAU) ED, and community teams to ensure seamless pathways for children mildly-moderately unwell with common conditions.
  • - Audit and review existing pathways of care for common minor conditions and deliver and disseminate associated educational resources to professionals working across the urgent care pathway for children.
  • - Use and develop his/her clinical experience and skills in the independent assessment and management of acutely unwell children to ensure all children referred to PATCH team receive high quality, effective, individualised care that is compassionate and caring.
  • - Have opportunities to work within the Paediatric A&E Dept, Paediatric Assessment Unit and the children inpatient ward at The Hillingdon Hospital NHS Trust and with the local Children’s Community Nursing Teams to develop and refine their skills and knowledge.
  • - Assist in the reduction of acute admissions to inpatient hospital beds by supporting children and families in the community to self-manage conditions and by providing hospital at home care.
  • - Work closely with the lead nurse/practitioner, consultant and multi-disciplinary team members both in the hospital and community to monitor and maintain policies, standards of nursing care and staff development.
  • - Be flexible in the approach to the clinical and community area and provide support for colleagues, junior staff and students.
  • - Assist in the reduction of acute admissions to inpatient hospital beds by supporting children and families in the community to self-manage conditions and by providing hospital at home care.

FAQs

What is the primary role of the Junior Sister in the PATCH team?

The primary role of the Junior Sister in the PATCH team is to provide nurse-led care through telephone reviews and home visits for children who would have otherwise been admitted to the hospital, focusing on assessment and management of acutely unwell children.

How does the PATCH team aim to reduce hospital admissions?

The PATCH team aims to reduce hospital admissions by supporting children and families in the community to self-manage conditions and by providing hospital-at-home care.

What qualifications are required for this position?

A full driving license is required, along with clinical experience and skills in the independent assessment and management of acutely unwell children.

Will I be working closely with other healthcare professionals?

Yes, you will work closely with the lead nurse/practitioner, consultant, and multi-disciplinary team members in both the hospital and community settings.

Are there opportunities for professional development in this role?

Yes, there are opportunities to develop and refine your skills and knowledge by working within the Paediatric A&E Department, Paediatric Assessment Unit, and local Children's Community Nursing Teams.

How does the PATCH team support health education and promotion?

The PATCH team delivers health education and promotion to children and their families at home during acute episodes of illness to help reduce PED re-attendances and build resourcefulness within the community.

Who can I contact for further details or informal visits?

You can contact Anthea Manuel, the Lead Nurse for PATCH, at anthea.manuel@nhs.net or call 07979 797546 for further details or to arrange an informal visit.

What type of environment will I be working in?

You will be working within an innovative nursing care model, primarily in the community but also working within the Paediatric A&E Department, Paediatric Assessment Unit, and the children's inpatient ward at The Hillingdon Hospital NHS Trust.

What is the focus of The Hillingdon Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust?

The focus of The Hillingdon Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is to provide high-quality, safe, and compassionate care while improving services and working with local partners to enhance patient well-being.

The Hillingdon Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

We provide clinical services to over half a million patients a year, including over 94,000 in our Emergency Department.

Science & Healthcare
Industry
1001-5000
Employees
1991
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

The Hillingdon Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust provides a range of healthcare services in Hillingdon, including acute, emergency, and elective care. Their mission is to deliver high-quality, patient-centered care, ensuring safety and improving health outcomes. Their purpose is to enhance community well-being by offering excellent clinical services, advancing medical practice, and supporting health education and research.