LS25/26 PCN Wound Care - Leg club
Job Description
Job summary
Job Title: Wound Care Leg Club
Pay: Negotiable depending on experience
Hours: 8 Hours PW
Organisation: LS25/26 PCN
Reports to: Operations Lead
Place of work: Leg Club Garforth & Rothwell
Main duties of the job
About Leg Club
Leg Clubs are an evidence-based initiative which provide community-based treatment, health promotion, education and ongoing care for people of all age groups who are experiencing leg-related problems. Leg Club staff work in a unique partnership with members (patients) and the local community. Working to best practice guidelines they provide a high standard of care in a social and friendly setting. No appointments are required, and members can drop in to chat over a cup of tea or coffee while awaiting treatment. The emphasis of the Leg Club is to empower members to participate in their care, in a social environment that eases loneliness by providing friendly surroundings where old friends can meet and new friendships be formed. This innovative approach to wound management helps to give Leg Club members a greater say in their treatment, which is in line with current government thinking.
About us
LS25/26 Leg Club is held in two settings Garforth and Rothwell, it is run by a nursing team and volunteers from Garforth NET based on the ethos of Lindsey Leg Club. The Leg Club was set up in 2019 and offers a friendly, welcoming space for anyone registered with an LS25 or LS26 GP practice. It runs every Wednesday.
Job responsibilities
Our team includes highly experienced nurses from both Primary and Community Care. They are passionate about helping people look after their legs and can support with:
- Assessing and treating leg ulcers
- Managing lymphedema
- Offer support in managing some skin conditions and helping members with skin maintenance
- Treating varicose veins
- Offering advice to help you maintain good leg health
An exciting opportunity has arisen to work in a social setting. We are looking for an individual passionate about wound care this could be a clinical support worker (HCA), Registered Nurse or a Nursing Associate. Please be aware that this is a physical role
Clinical duties
Wound assessment
Compression bandaging
Wound care
Cleaning of wounds
Well leg checks
Ulcer monitoring
Educate and support patients to self-manage
Dressings
Measurement of stockings
Hosiery support
Lymphedema management
Treating of ulcers
Treatment and support of skin conditions
Assist in set up and clearing of community space
Work closely with nursing team and volunteers.
Record keeping, maintaining detailed documentation
Responsibilities and Confidentiality
The post holder is expected to:
Adhere to practice/PCN policies and procedures and relevant legislation.
Attend/complete mandatory training as identified by the practice/PCN
The post holder must maintain the confidentiality of information about patients, staff and practice business in accordance with the General Data Protection Regulation, Caldicott principles and Practice Information Governance policies and procedures.
Safeguarding
All employees have a duty for safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and adults at risk. Staff must be familiar with the practice/PCNs Safeguarding Policy and the process for raising concerns about the welfare of anyone with whom they have contact. Staff must also ensure they receive the appropriate level of safeguarding children and adult training.
Staff are expected to access supervision and support from their line managers and/or the locality based safeguarding team when managing complex cases.
Job Description Agreement
This job description is intended to provide an outline of the key tasks and responsibilities only. There may be other duties required of the post holder commensurate with this position as requested by LS25/26 PCN. This description will be open to regular review and may be amended to consider the development of the PCN. All members of staff should be prepared to take on additional duties or relinquish existing duties in order to maintain the efficient running of the PCN/practices.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- English and Maths to GCSE Grade C or above or equivalent.
- NVQ level 3 or equivalent
Experience
Essential
- Previous experience working in a clinical setting
- Evidence of good practice
- Working autonomously and as part of a team
Desirable
- Previous experience working with wound care
Skills, Knowledge and Aptitudes
Essential
- Excellent interpersonal, verbal and communication skills
- Be able to provide high quality care.
- Ability to recognise risk and refer appropriately and safely
- Able to work independently and effectively within a team
- Flexible and motivated
Other requirements
Essential
- Current driving licence and access to own vehicle
- Highly motivated and proactive.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer details
Employer name
South and East Leeds GP Group
Address
Hosted Empolyers address
1st Floor Park Edge Practice
Asket Drive
Leeds
West Yorkshire
LS14 1HX
United Kingdom
