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  • Job
    Full-time
    Mid & Senior Level
  • Healthcare
    Education & Teaching
  • London

Requirements

  • Education
  • The post holder will also be instrumental in providing patient education around the different digital technologies needed for remote monitoring, developing clinical pathways, embedding this into frontline care, and championing pathways. This includes:
  • Directly supervise the process of getting patients on board the digital pathways and provide patients support in using digital tools.
  • Provide leadership for digital pathways working with teams from across the trust.
  • Conduct audits to evaluate patients' and the MDT's experience working with digital tools and pathways.
  • Advocate on behalf of the patient while working directly with internal and external partners to determine the best course of management for the individual patient’s pathway.
  • Ensure that all patients are provided with a safe and high quality standard of care.
  • Be aware of the Care Quality Commission standards and support the multi-disciplinary team ensuring that they are maintained.
  • Becoming a champion of specific front door pathways, notably those which focus on admission avoidance or early supported discharge so that they can support, teach, and lead the pathway to success.
  • The post holder will be involved in delivering high quality patient-centred care and developing new clinical pathways in areas that are not part of the wider programme.

Responsibilities

  • Directly supervise the process of getting patients on board the digital pathways and provide patients support in using digital tools.
  • Provide leadership for digital pathways working with teams from across the trust.
  • Conduct audits to evaluate patients' and the MDT's experience working with digital tools and pathways.
  • Advocate on behalf of the patient while working directly with internal and external partners to determine the best course of management for the individual patient’s pathway.
  • Ensure that all patients are provided with a safe and high quality standard of care.
  • Be aware of the Care Quality Commission standards and support the multi-disciplinary team ensuring that they are maintained.
  • Becoming a champion of specific front door pathways, notably those which focus on admission avoidance or early supported discharge so that they can support, teach, and lead the pathway to success.
  • The post holder will be involved in delivering high quality patient-centred care and developing new clinical pathways in areas that are not part of the wider programme.

FAQs

What is the primary responsibility of the Virtual Ward Nurse?

The primary responsibility is the clinical management of patients in the digital care pathway, incorporating information and communication technologies (ICTs) into patient pathways.

What kind of patient education will the Virtual Ward Nurse provide?

The Virtual Ward Nurse will provide education around different digital technologies needed for remote monitoring and support patients in using digital tools.

Will the Virtual Ward Nurse work with other teams?

Yes, the Virtual Ward Nurse will provide leadership for digital pathways and work with teams from across the trust.

Are there opportunities for audits in this role?

Yes, the post holder will conduct audits to evaluate patients' and the multi-disciplinary team's experience working with digital tools and pathways.

What qualities are essential for the Virtual Ward Nurse regarding patient advocacy?

The Virtual Ward Nurse must advocate on behalf of the patient while collaborating with internal and external partners to determine the best course of management for individual patients.

What standards must the Virtual Ward Nurse be aware of?

The Virtual Ward Nurse must be aware of the Care Quality Commission standards and support the multi-disciplinary team to ensure these standards are maintained.

What is meant by becoming a champion of specific front door pathways?

It means that the Virtual Ward Nurse will focus on pathways aimed at avoiding hospital admissions or supporting early discharge, teaching and leading these pathways to success.

Is there a focus on patient-centered care in this role?

Yes, the Virtual Ward Nurse will be involved in delivering high-quality patient-centered care and developing new clinical pathways that are not part of the wider program.

What is the protocol if I haven’t heard back about my application?

If you haven’t heard from us within three weeks of the closing date, your application was likely unsuccessful.

Is there a probationary period for this position?

Yes, employment is subject to a six-month probationary period.

Are there flexible working arrangements available?

Yes, the Trust welcomes applications for flexible working arrangements and will accommodate requests where possible to support staff and patient needs.

Will the role require working on weekends?

Yes, some roles may require weekend shifts at multiple sites.

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Mission & Purpose

Chelsea and Westminster Hospital NHS Foundation Trust provides a range of healthcare services, including emergency care, elective surgeries, and specialized treatments, across its hospitals and clinics. Their mission is to deliver excellent, patient-centered care that improves health outcomes and overall well-being. They focus on providing high-quality, compassionate, and accessible services to meet the diverse needs of the community they serve.

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