Clinical Screener Transfer of Care Hub

Job description

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

Please refer to Job description and person specification for outline of skills, knowledge and experience required.

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

Person specification

Education/Qualification

Essential criteria

• Registered Nurse with current NMC registration or registered AHP with current HPC registration
• Evidence of continuing personal and professional development with up-to-date CPD portfolio
• Extensive post -registration qualification in advanced nursing practice, community nursing or equivalent relevant to the post

Desirable criteria

• Evidence of continuing professional education and training at master's Level.
• Management or Clinical leadership qualification
• Mentor or practice-based learning training Registered Nurse with current NMC registration or registered AHP with current HPC registration

Experience

Essential criteria

• Evidence of significant recent post-registration experience in community nursing, rapid response, emergency care, unscheduled care or equivalent inpatient therapy or community rehabilitation experience.
• Experience of effectively working in collaboration, negotiating and liaising within a multi-disciplinary team and across organisational boundaries
• Experience of assessing, co-ordinating and delivering quality care to people with complex needs and long-term conditions
• Experience of urgent nursing/therapy assessments and developing and delivering care plans to meet these needs.
• Experience of leadership including coordinating and managing a team
• Experience of change management and implementing change in practice
• Experience of working in a changing and uncertain environment.
• Proven ability to prioritise and manage own workload with minimal supervision

Desirable criteria

• Experience in working in a Transfer of Care Hub/ Discharge Hub
• Experience in presenting and service promotion
• Experience in monitoring clinical standards.
• Experience of conducting research projects and audit.
• Experience of teaching others and mentoring students

Skills and Knowledge

Essential criteria

• Evidence of comprehensive range of clinical skills and expertise relevant to the role
• Specialist knowledge in clinical reasoning, history taking, physical examination, diagnostic skills and prescribing/treatment
• Clinical knowledge across a range of long term and enduring conditions.
• Able to work autonomously, planning and prioritising own workload and that of others
• Able to delegate work effectively and safely
• Able to deal with conflict and manage appropriately
• Ability to assess a situation and act appropriately
• Advanced communication and report writing skills, in both verbal and written format
• Basic IT skills including use of Microsoft Office package, clinical systems and email
• Knowledge of current health care policy and relevance to the delivery of healthcare services including Hospital Discharge
• Knowledge of adult protection and safeguarding children issues.
• Detailed knowledge of Community Health and Social Care Environment and collaborative working with other care providers, e.g. social care and voluntary services
• Knowledge and understanding of clinical governance and its application to clinical
• Knowledge of evidence-based practice and able to implement in practice
• Experience in monitoring clinical standards.
• Ability to thrive in a changing environment and to focus on opportunities to generate new ideas Experience of conducting research projects and audit

Desirable criteria

• Knowledge/ Ability to use Cerner Clinical System and OPTICA Discharge Tool
• Knowledge of the audit process and able to implement in practice
• Knowledge of resource management.
• Knowledge and understanding of NICE and other relevant guidelines
• Knowledge and understanding of the role of MDT members within an integrated locality team.

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