Community Sister Review
at NHS
Higher Level Apprenticeship
Healthcare
Portsmouth
Review Submitted: May 2021
Overall Rating
3.6 /5
The Overall Rating is the average of all the ratings given in each category. We take those individual ratings and combine them into one final score!
4/5
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Overview of Role
4/5
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Skills Development
3/5
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Structure and Support
Overview of Role
Please give an overview of your role and what this involves on a day-to-day basis:
4/5
My role as a community sister has been both dynamic and complex. I am responsible for undertaking full holistic assessments of patients. I have gained comprehensive skills and knowledge in relation to tissue viability, catheter care, palliative care and end of life care. I am also responsible for supporting my colleagues including newly qualified nurses and students. I have gained experience in identification of risks and safeguarding concerns, by ensuring they are escalated in a timely manner and that processes are put in place to prevent harm. I attend the Gold Standard Framework meeting with local GP practices and I have stepped in for the Community Matron at Virtual Wards. I work closely with my patients to plan their care in accordance with both their needs and wishes. My role is to ensure that unnecessary hospital admissions are avoided in the best interest of patients, their families and the NHS. I am confident enough to professionally challenge poor practice in accordance with local processes should such a situation occur. I have been involved in a Quality Improvement Project in relation to syringe driver management within the community for palliative patients. In addition, I have successfully completed the physical assessment and history taking module at level 7 as well as the Mentorship course.
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
4/5
Very challenging but inspiring
Skills Development
Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
4/5
I can physically assess a patient, take a history and carry out necessary assessments.
Structure and Support
How well organised/structured is your programme?
4/5
Well organised and structured
How much support do you receive from your employer?
3/5
Good support
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
3/5
Enough support
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
3/5
good
Are there extra-curricular activities to get involved in at your work? (For example, any social activities, sports teams, or even professional networking events.)
2/5
Yes, I go to the gym
Recommendations & Advice
Would you recommend NHS to a friend?
Yes
Why?
Yes, for the support and development
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to NHS?
Be honest and have a good team spirit
