Continence Nurse for Care Homes

Job Description

NHS Scotland is committed to encouraging equality and diversity among our workforce and eliminating unlawful discrimination. The aim is for our workforce to be truly representative and for each employee to feel respected and able to give their best. To this end, NHS Scotland welcomes applications from all sections of society.

Who we are

NHS Ayrshire and Arran are one of 14 territorial NHS Boards within NHS Scotland. In support of our core purpose of Working together to achieve the healthiest life possible for everyone in Ayrshire and Arran, we are committed to a culture that is Caring, Safe, and Respectful.

Position

Continence Nurse for Care Homes (Band 6) to work within our Care Home Professional Support Team based at Ailsa Hospital NHS Ayrshire & Arran.

Hours

36 Hours per week (full time) Monday to Friday. This post is offered on a permanent basis.

UK Driving Licence

A UK driving licence is essential for this role.

What you will do

• Be an integral member of the Care Home Professional Support Team, providing professional nursing support, advice, education and supervision to staff working within Older People and Adult Care Homes in Ayrshire & Arran.
• Work independently, managing a caseload and own diary effectively, travelling to community locations and care homes throughout Ayrshire and Arran using your own vehicle.
• Work in close collaboration with the Community Continence Team, Health & Social Care Partnerships teams, care home staff and their managers to enhance knowledge and practice in the management of residents with continence needs.
• Demonstrate excellent communication and written skills, with experience in quality improvement methodology and data collection; provide professional leadership, specialist nursing expertise and evidence based guidance in education to support high standards of resident care.
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• Responsible for comprehensive, holistic assessment and offering specialist clinical advice on urinary management and related therapies including the use of equipment; advise a range of professionals on appropriate interventions.

Knowledge, training and/or experience required for this post

• Registered General Nurse (RGN) with minimum of 2 years post registration experience and an interest in continence promotion and management.
• Certificate in Continence Management (Continence Module Level 3, BSc) – essential.
• A degree/specialist qualification or equivalent experience.
• Well developed written and verbal communication skills.
• A commitment to lifelong learning and evidence of continuing professional development.
• Experience of working in the community setting or care homes is desirable.
• Ability to keep relevant skills/knowledge updated and documented.
• Experience in teaching residents, carers and professional colleagues.
• Post graduate module in teaching in nursing practice is desirable.
• Extensive training and knowledge in continence products/fitting and efficient use and environmental disposal factors.
• Practice Supervisor/ Assessor experience desirable.