Community District Nurse (Fixed Term, 2026)

NHS; Ormskirk; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare organization is seeking a Fixed Term Adult Nurse to join their District Team in West Lancashire. This role involves providing high-quality holistic care to patients in community settings, requiring a Degree or Diploma in Adult Nursing and the ability to work independently. The position offers competitive NHS Band 5 salary and access to numerous benefits and professional development opportunities. A driving license is required due to the community-based nature of the role.

Benefits

NHS Pension

Access to discounts and cashback offers

Access to wages as you earn

Mental and physical wellbeing support

Continuing professional development opportunities

Innovation funding for ideas

Qualifications

• Experience working as part of a multi-disciplinary team is desirable.
• Ability to work independently in a community setting.
• Understanding of undertaking complex assessments and planning evaluation of care.

Responsibilities

• Provide high quality holistic care to patients in their own homes.
• Supervise the team in the absence of the District Nursing Team Leader.
• Work as part of the 24-hour district nursing service.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Problem-solving and clinical decision-making

Understanding of NMC standards

High clinical standards

Education

Degree/Diploma in Adult Nursing

First level registered nurse

Job description

A healthcare organization is seeking a Fixed Term Adult Nurse to join their District Team in West Lancashire. This role involves providing high-quality holistic care to patients in community settings, requiring a Degree or Diploma in Adult Nursing and the ability to work independently. The position offers competitive NHS Band 5 salary and access to numerous benefits and professional development opportunities. A driving license is required due to the community-based nature of the role.