Community Link Nurse | Norfolk Community Health and Care NHS Trust

Norfolk Community Health and Care NHS Trust; Little Plumstead; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Part time

Job summary

A healthcare organization in Little Plumstead is seeking a part-time Community Link Nurse. The role involves assessing and managing care for patients with long-term conditions while collaborating closely with healthcare professionals. Ideal candidates will have a Registered Nurse qualification and experience in community health settings. This position offers opportunities for clinical and leadership development within a supportive team environment. Applications are open until December 14, 2025.

Benefits

In-service training

Regular appraisals

Personal development plan

Qualifications

• Experience as a registered community nurse is essential.
• Ability to supervise Band 5 Community Nurses.
• Sound understanding of current community service transformations.

Responsibilities

• Assess and prescribe care packages for patients.
• Facilitate early discharge from hospital.
• Prevent unnecessary hospital admissions.
• Manage the nursing caseload linked to medical practices.
• Liaise with link nurses for service coverage.

Skills

Effective communication skills

Clinical competence

Team collaboration

Education

Registered Nurse qualification

Job description

An amazing and rare opportunity has arrived for a part time Band 6 Community Link Nurse in the NN4 Community Nursing team.

We are looking for an experienced registered community nurse to join our dedicated and highly professional team of Community/District nurses working in the Brundall, Acle, Hoveton and Wroxham areas covering the service seven days a week.

This role will offer the opportunity for both clinical and leadership development, whilst working in a caring, friendly and supportive team.

You will be responsible for the assessment and treatment of complex patients with a wide variety of health needs of acute or chronic presentation, visiting them within their own homes, care homes, the travelling community and in clinics. We are looking for a nurse who is committed to delivering high standards of care. You will supervise Band 5 Community Nurses and other members of the nursing team, and work closely with the therapy staff to assist the patient to achieve maximal function and independence. In addition, you will support the Clinical Lead Nurse with managerial responsibilities.

You will need effective communication skills and must be prepared to work flexibly and collaboratively to meet the needs of the service. It is essential to have evidence of professional competencies and have the ability to apply your knowledge and skills to clinical practice. A sound understanding and knowledge of the current drive to transform community services is an essential requirement.

Norfolk Community Health and Care is going through organisational development and you will be expected to contribute to service and quality development of the domiciliary service, such as new ways of working and clinical audits. You will receive support and development through in-service training, regular appraisals, a personal development plan and clinical supervision.

If this post excites you and you are looking to improve your quality of life working in North Norfolk, we look forward to your application. If you wish to discuss any aspects please contact Kirstie Sainsbury-Logan, Clinical Operations Manager: email [e-mail].

Apply now to join an organisation that has been awarded an ‘Outstanding’ rating by the Care Quality Commission (CQC), the highest possible rating and the first stand‑alone NHS community trust in the country to be awarded the title.

Key Areas of Responsibility

• To assess and prescribe care packages for patients with long term conditions, the frail and elderly, palliative care and rehabilitation needs for example, to achieve quality of life and independence where possible.
• To working within the integrated team to facilitate early discharge from hospital.
• To work within the integrated team to prevent unnecessary admission to hospital.
• To work with all health care professionals, and statutory/non statutory agencies to provide a seamless integrated service to our services users.
• To be the direct link to specified medical practices and responsible for managing the associated nursing caseload.
• To liaise with other link nurses and co‑ordinate off duty for Band 6 nurses to ensure service coverage across the locality.

This advert closes on Sunday 14 Dec 2025.