Bank Community Matron

Job description

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

Successful applicants will be required to demonstrate alignment with the Trust's values & the behaviours aligned to those values - Accountability, Inclusion, Compassion, and Empowerment, alongside fulfilling the duties detailed in the attached Job Description and Person Specification.

Person specification

Qualifications

Essential criteria

• Registered Nurse - First level degree or equivalent
• Evidence of continued professional development
• Commitment to study at master's level
• Non-medical prescriber (or willing to undertake)
• Relevant post-registration qualification (e.g., advanced clinical assessment skills, district nursing specialist qualification, frailty)

Desirable criteria

• Case management qualification (or willing to undertake)

Experience

Essential criteria

• Post-registration experience at a senior level
• Extensive experience of assessing and providing care to people with complex long-term conditions
• Experience of effectively working in collaboration, negotiating across organisational boundaries
• Experience of change management
• Experience of teaching others
• Experience of receiving and delivering clinical supervision
• Experience of providing evidence-based care
• Experience of audit and evaluation
• Community experience
• Experience of MDT working

Desirable criteria

• Experience of report writing
• Experience of policy development
• Experience of working collaboratively with care homes

Skills

Essential criteria

• Evidence of a high level of clinical skills and expertise
• Extensive bio-medical knowledge across a range of long-term conditions
• Detailed knowledge of Primary Health Care and national/local policies
• Knowledge of research/audit processes
• Knowledge of clinical governance and its implications
• Knowledge of adult safeguarding and risk management issues
• Knowledge of resource management
• Understanding of quality outcomes measures and relevant to service delivery
• Ability to undertake holistic assessments
• Ability to assess a situation and act appropriately
• Leadership skills
• Ability to work across organisational boundaries
• Ability to work independently and within teams
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
• Ability to effectively communicate difficult information both verbally and in writing
• Effective skills in delegating, negotiating, facilitating, and teaching.
• I.T. skills
• Understanding of frailty

Desirable criteria

• Experience of completing Complex Geriatric Assessments (C.G.A.)
• Experience of completing Universal Care Plans (U.C.P.)
• Presentation skills

Key Attributes

Essential criteria

• Ability to work independently, make decisions, organise and prioritise own workload
• Ability to prioritise workload effectively to minimise disruptions, to ensure care and organisational deadlines are met in a timely manner
• Ability to deal with urgent/unpredictable situations appropriately and safely often working under pressure
• Strong interpersonal skills
• To travel and provide care in patient's homes

Desirable criteria

• Proactive management and leadership skills

We review all applications carefully to ensure fairness and verify references. At interview, you will be asked about your experience, so be honest and ensure all information is accurate. The use of AI during interviews is not permitted.

If you use AI or other tools to support your application, it must reflect your own skills, knowledge, and experience. Supporting information should be in your own words and include your personal insights. AI can assist with drafting but may produce generic or inaccurate content. Applications that rely heavily on AI may lack authenticity and reduce your chances of success.

Due to high application volumes, this vacancy may close early. Please apply promptly if you meet the Person Specification. Only candidates who clearly demonstrate how they meet the criteria will be shortlisted. Interview details will be emailed after the closing date - please check your inbox regularly.

CLCH Trust does not recommend relying solely on AI when completing your application.

CLCH Commitment to Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion

CLCH is proud to be a Disability Confident Committed employer. We believe that a diverse and inclusive workforce is essential for providing exceptional patient care. We are dedicated to attracting and retaining talent from all backgrounds, including ethnic minorities, the LGBTQ+ community, and people with disabilities.

As a Disability Confident employer, we pledge to:
• Guarantee an interview to all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for a role.
• Provide reasonable adjustments to support diverse needs throughout the recruitment and employment process.
• Challenge misconceptions about disability and foster an inclusive culture for everyone.

We are committed to building a workplace where all staff feel valued and have the opportunity to thrive. Simply let us know how we can support you.

Learn more about our equal opportunities policy on our website: Equal opportunities: Central London Community Healthcare NHS Trust