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Job role: Registered Nurse
Company name: NHS Jobs
Job Reference: B0473-25-0002
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About the Job:
As part of the requirements of the NWL ICB model of care, this service will be developed to provide support for patients and families 24 hours a day. Therefore, the post holder may be expected to work shift patterns including night shifts as part of the service development.
We are looking for a dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse to join our team. This role will involve providing professional telephone advice, assessing and coordinating urgent care packages, and delivering face-to-face crisis visits for patients in the community. You will also support and guide Healthcare Assistants to ensure high-quality care is provided in patients homes.
Main duties of the job
- Provide professional telephone advice and triage patient calls appropriately.
- Process referrals and arrange urgent bridging care packages with Hospice at Home.
- Conduct home visits to assess patient needs, create care plans, and arrange equipment.
- Deliver direct patient care and support Healthcare Assistants in their roles.
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams (MDT) to ensure seamless care coordination.
- Maintain accurate patient records, updating care plans and registering patients on the Urgent Care Plan (UCP).
- Ensure the dignity and confidentiality of patients and families at all times.
- Participate in governance, quality audits, and continuous service improvement initiatives.
- Provide education and training to colleagues on end-of-life care best practices.
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