Band 5 - Community Nurse - Potters Bar - Sanctuary Personal

Sanctuary Personnel Ltd; Potters Bar; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare staffing agency is seeking a Band 5 Community Nurse in Potters Bar to provide high-quality nursing care and support patient health. The role offers competitive pay, flexible shifts, and opportunities for professional development. Candidates must have NMC registration and prior experience as a community nurse, along with essential skills in medication administration and wound management.

Benefits

Competitive Pay

Flexible Shifts

Professional Development

Supportive Team Environment

Qualifications

• Prior experience as a Community Band 5 Nurse is essential.
• Must hold relevant skills in medication administration and wound management.
• Having a car is essential for community visits.

Responsibilities

• Administer medications including insulin and anticoagulants.
• Handle wound management for leg ulcers and pressure ulcers.
• Provide catheter care for patient comfort.
• Deliver nursing care adapting to diverse environments.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams for comprehensive care.
• Educate patients and families on health maintenance.

Skills

Administration of subcutaneous and intramuscular medications

Wound management

Catheter care

Patient education

Education

NMC registration

Job description

Band 5 – Community Nurse in Barnet Road, Potters Bar, EN6 2RY.

Earn £20 hourly on an ongoing basis, with a full-time schedule from 08:00 am to 18:00 pm.
This is a fantastic chance to enhance your skills and make a difference in a vibrant community.

Perks and benefits:

• Competitive Pay: Enjoy a lucrative hourly rate that recognises your expertise and commitment.
• Great Opportunity to work with NHS Trust: Enhance your career and expand your expertise within a reputable NHS trust, a role that boosts your professional credentials.
• Flexible Shifts: With flexible shifts, you can balance work with your personal commitments effortlessly, making your career work for you.
• Professional Development: Benefit from continuous development opportunities to sharpen your skills and advance in your career.
• Supportive Team Environment: Be part of a collaborative team that values your contributions and supports your growth.

As a Band 5 Community Nurse, you will undertake a variety of tasks to support patient health and wellbeing.

What you will do:

• Administer subcutaneous and intramuscular medications, including insulin, Vitamin B12, and anticoagulants.
• Handle wound management, addressing leg ulcers and pressure ulcers with expert care.
• Provide catheter care to ensure patient comfort and health.
• Deliver high-quality nursing care across the community, adapting seamlessly to diverse environments.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver comprehensive care plans.
• Educate patients and their families on health maintenance and disease prevention, fostering community well-being.

Key competencies include experience in subcut and intramuscular medication administration, wound management, and catheter care.
It’s essential that candidates have prior experience as a community Band 5 nurse and hold relevant skills. Must be NMC registered. Having a car is essential to fulfill community visits efficiently.

Living and working in Barnet Road, Potters Bar, offers a blend of suburban serenity and easy access to urban conveniences. With its lovely parks and vibrant local culture, Potters Bar makes for a wonderful and supportive environment to grow both personally and professionally.
Join us and enjoy all that this fantastic location has to offer!

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