ph3Nurse specialist in dementia care /h3 pHelvetica Avocats Sàrl Vacant since : Number of jobs : 1 1272 Genolier (VD) 100% Immediately Permanent /p pTo primarily provide holistic, evidence-based best practice care to a private individual relating to all her needs in positive person-centred manner. These needs currently include having a diagnosis of dementia, age-related frailties and any other issues or health co-morbidities that may arise. /p pEssentially the post-holder will be required to: /p ul liAssesses; plans, develops and implements programmes of care; provides advice; maintains associated records either manually or digitally; /li liCarry out nursing procedures as required and in concordance with clinical guidelines; /li liProvide clinical supervision to other staff. /li /ul pThe post holder will direct, coordinate and supervise, where appropriate, the work of other staff to promote best practice in relation to the care of the client with dementia. In the absence of the team leader, the post holder will provide cover to ensure effective delivery of care to the client. Any issues should be raised with the line manager. /p h3QUALIFICATIONS / Essential requirements /h3 ul liSwiss or EU passport (or Swiss working permit holder) /li liRegistered Nurse with valid NMC registration or European/Swiss equivalent. /li liNursing degree or equivalent. /li liBest Practice in Dementia Training completion or working towards, ability to undertake this. /li liWillingness to undergo specific dementia training ie Best Practice in Dementia Care, delivered in English. /li liAdditional qualifications in relation to dementia and dementia related topics including stress and distress training, meaningful activity, Sage and Thyme. /li liUnderstanding of the Newcastle Model and/or PINCHME model of behaviour assessment. /li liWillingness to develop dementia knowledge as part of CPD either independently or as provided by the Organisation. /li liSpecialist dementia qualification or additional studies in related areas. /li liUnderstanding behaviour as a communication and good knowledge of non-pharmacological interventions and strategies. /li liExperience in End of Life Care / Develop relevant clinical skills to address any developing co-morbidities and end-of-life care /li /ul h3QUALIFICATIONS / Additional requirements (may be utilised to benefit LHS) /h3 ul liMoving and Handling Trainer /li liBeauty/Massage Therapy /li liMeaningful Activity /li /ul h3LANGUAGE / Essential /h3 ul liAbility to communicate effectively using English. English as first language (ideally mother tongue). Local dialect to client – Central Scotland. /li liExcellent written communication in English. /li liDue to the nature of FTL Dementia the language centres of the brain are affected. The inability to communicate effectively has a detrimental affect on LHS and their quality of life, increasing stress and distressed behaviour. /li /ul h3EXPERIENCE /h3 pMinimum 5 years’ experience working with people with dementia. /p h3PERSONAL SKILLS AND ABILITIES /h3 ul liDemonstrate excellent team working skills with the ability to work using own initiative. /li liEffective listening, communication, and interpersonal skills. /li liAbility to work with people and as part of a multidisciplinary team. /li liExcellent time management skills. /li liWorking knowledge of basic technology. /li liTeaching skills for junior members of staff, family and other professionals. /li /ul h3SPECIFIC JOB REQUIREMENTS /h3 ul liBeing able to commit to working a shift pattern based in Buckinghamshire, UK and Switzerland for extended periods of time (preferably 10-14 days) / Necessity to travel with the client in UK. /li liUnsociable hours are included this comes in the form of a sleepover arrangement alternating nights with another member of staff for the period of time ‘on shift’. /li liMay involve accompanying client to and from other venues as part of the duties. /li liBe able to conduct and present themselves in a manner appropriate to the social standing of the client. /li liConfidentiality must be always maintained both in line with NMC requirements as well as organisationally given the nature of the employer – a confidentiality agreement will be provided separately. /li liUnderstanding the culture local to the client and family as dementia progresses earlier years are more prevalent and a lack of awareness or understanding can cause increased stress and distress which could lead to unnecessary pharmacological interventions. /li liHousekeeping is also a key aspect of this position. /li /ul ul libWork location /b 1272 Genolier (VD) /li libAdditional information on the place of work /b Au Royaume-Uni sur des périodes de 10-14 jours /li libWorkload /b 100% /li libEmployment start /b Immediately /li libEmployment duration /b Permanent /li libWork form /b Night work, Sunday and holiday work /li /ul ul libQualification /b skilled /li libWork experience /b More than 3 years /li libEducation /b Higher professional education and training, diploma or equivalent /li /ul ul libEnglish /b Orally : Very good knowledge Written : Very good knowledge /li /ul /p #J-18808-Ljbffr
Nurse specialist in dementia care
