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Urgent Community Response Specialist Practitioner

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Calderdale and Huddersfield NHS Foundation Trust

13d ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Mid & Senior Level
  • Healthcare

AI generated summary

  • You should develop blurred competencies for MDT risk management, manage referrals, provide short-term patient interventions, work autonomously, and ensure effective treatment pathways and communication.
  • You will assess, create care plans, provide short-term interventions, manage referrals, and ensure safe patient care in a community setting, working autonomously within Trust policies.

Requirements

  • * The post holder will develop blurred boundary competencies (Nursing / therapy appropriate) to assist the MDT in managing ongoing clinical risk of service
  • * Management of referrals into the Urgent Community Response Team/Virtual ward - You will need to liaise and co-ordinate staff and manage capacity within the service
  • * Provision of short term intervention to maintain a patient safely at home or to prevent re-admission, for example provision of equipment or domiciliary care or as part of the virtual ward over an agreed extended period ( Geriatrician led) for ongoing management.
  • * Work autonomously within Trust policies and professional practice, maintaining accurate and comprehensive up to date
  • * Determine a clinical diagnosis, develop, deliver, implement, evaluate and modify individualised treatment programmes and/or provide specialist advice, ensuring appropriate pathways of care and communication via liaison and referral to other agencies as required

Responsibilities

  • To be part of the Urgent Community Response Team / Virtual Ward that provides a seven day a week, rapid assessment and intervention for adults of all ages who do not require specialist acute hospital admission, but who require crisis intervention within a community setting.
  • Participate in a seven day working rota which will include weekends and public holidays.
  • Provide assessments and determining level of care required and initiating care plans where appropriate to maintain safety of the service user.
  • Support the virtual element of the service in delivering appropriate care within a patients home.
  • Develop blurred boundary competencies (Nursing / therapy appropriate) to assist the MDT in managing ongoing clinical risk of service.
  • Management of referrals into the Urgent Community Response Team/Virtual ward - liaise and co-ordinate staff and manage capacity within the service.
  • Provision of short term intervention to maintain a patient safely at home or to prevent re-admission, for example provision of equipment or domiciliary care or as part of the virtual ward over an agreed extended period (Geriatrician led) for ongoing management.
  • Work autonomously within Trust policies and professional practice, maintaining accurate and comprehensive up to date records.
  • Determine a clinical diagnosis, develop, deliver, implement, evaluate and modify individualised treatment programmes and/or provide specialist advice, ensuring appropriate pathways of care and communication via liaison and referral to other agencies as required.

FAQs

What are the primary responsibilities of the Urgent Community Response Specialist Practitioner?

The primary responsibilities include providing rapid assessment and intervention for adults requiring crisis intervention in a community setting, managing referrals, developing care plans, and providing short-term interventions to maintain patient safety at home.

Is this position full-time or part-time?

This position involves a seven-day working rota, which includes weekends and public holidays, indicating a full-time commitment.

What kind of patients will I be working with?

You will be working with adults of all ages who do not require acute hospital admission but need crisis intervention due to changes in their physical or psychological well-being or social circumstances.

Will I work with a multidisciplinary team?

Yes, you will collaborate with a multidisciplinary team, including geriatricians and advanced clinical practitioners, to manage patient care and clinical risks.

What qualifications are required for this position?

Candidates are expected to have qualifications related to nursing or therapy disciplines, along with relevant experience in community healthcare settings.

What does the "virtual ward" mean in this context?

The virtual ward refers to a system of providing acute clinical care at home for a short duration as an alternative to hospital care, with daily reviews by healthcare professionals using a digital platform.

How do I apply for the Urgent Community Response Specialist Practitioner position?

Please contact Susan Johnson, Team Lead for the Urgent Community Response Team, via email at susan.johnson@cht.nhs.uk or by phone at 07810637170 for further details or informal visits.

What measures are in place to support my professional development?

Calderdale & Huddersfield NHS Foundation Trust emphasizes strong organisational and personal development, providing various training opportunities and resources to support staff growth.

Will I need to conduct assessments independently?

Yes, you will work autonomously within Trust policies and professional practice, performing assessments and determining the level of care required for service users.

What types of interventions might be provided in this role?

Interventions may include providing equipment, arranging domiciliary care, or implementing treatment programs aimed at maintaining patient safety at home or preventing hospital readmission.

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Calderdale and Huddersfield NHS Foundation Trust

Science & Healthcare
Industry
5001-10,000
Employees
2001
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Calderdale and Huddersfield NHS Foundation Trust (CHFT) offers a broad range of healthcare services, including acute, emergency, and elective care, across Calderdale and Huddersfield. Their mission is to provide high-quality, patient-centered care that improves health outcomes and ensures safety. Their purpose is to deliver excellent clinical services, enhance community well-being, and support continuous improvement and innovation in healthcare.