Band 5 – Community General Nurse

Athona Ltd; Wales; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking dedicated Community Nurses for a flexible block booking opportunity in Wales. This role involves providing essential nursing care within the community, including medication administration, palliative care, and catheter management. With a commitment to flexible shifts and a supportive environment, this opportunity allows you to make a significant impact on patients' lives while enjoying a competitive pay structure. Join a reputable healthcare recruitment agency known for its strong relationships and support for nurses, ensuring you have the resources you need to thrive in your role. If you're passionate about community nursing and ready for a new challenge, apply today!

Benefits

Flexible shifts

Weekly payroll

24/7 out of hours support

CPD accredited

Exclusive discount codes

Referral scheme

Qualifications

• Minimum 6 months NHS experience within the last 2 years required.
• Experience in community nursing and palliative care is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide community nursing services including medication administration and symptom control.
• Manage catheterisations and IVs as needed.

Skills

Community medication administration

Palliative care

Catheterisation

IV management

Leg ulcer management

Driving license

Education

Full NMC registration

Enhanced DBS for Adult and Child

Job description

Job Title: Band 5 Community Nurse – Block Booking Opportunity
Base: Llandrindod Well, Wales LD1 5HA
Hours: Up to 37.5 hours per week (Minimum 22.5 for continuity)
Shifts: Service runs 7 days a week, 8 AM – 8 PM (flexibility considered)

Rates:
Day £23.00
Night/Saturday £30.00
Sunday £35.00

Are you a dedicated and experienced Community Nurse looking for a flexible block booking opportunity? We have an immediate opening for Community nurses to join the team in Powys!

What We Offer:
Flexible shifts: 8 AM-4 PM, 8:30 AM-4:30 PM, or 8:30 AM-8 PM
Initial Monday-Friday schedule (8:30 AM-4:30 PM), progressing to evenings/weekends
ASAP start

What We’re Looking For:
Confidence in community medication administration (oral meds, insulin, SC & IM injections)
Experience in palliative care, including syringe driver management & symptom control
Skilled in male, suprapubic, and female catheterisations
Experience with IVs, leg ulcer management, and care
Doppler training & CHC nursing needs assessment (desirable but not essential)

Driving license and own car essential.

To be considered for this role you need a minimum of 6 months NHS experience within the last 2 years.

Qualification and experience is preferable.

Job Description:
Athona’s Nursing division is currently recruiting for Community General Nurses, with an opportunity based in Wales and surrounding areas. This is a Community based shift within NHS Trust.

To be considered for this post applicants will need:
Full NMC registration
Enhanced DBS for Adult and Child

Why Athona:
Athona is one of the UKs leading on-framework healthcare recruitment agencies, with a reputation for building professional and personable relationships with our candidates and Trusts nationwide. After almost two decades in the business, we pride ourselves on taking great care and detail in every candidate that we place, and we believe that there is an art to being a good recruiter. This is what we call, ‘The Art of Recruitment.’

Negotiable excellent rates of pay, with weekly payroll.
One point of contact and 24/7 out of hours support available.
We’re CPD accredited.
Industry-leading revalidation and appraisal support team.
Benefit from our exclusive discount codes.
Referral scheme – receive up to £200 for Nurses recommendation.
If this job sounds of interest to you, get in touch by applying today to find out more.

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Contact: 01277245901