Community Nurse

Clch; Hatching Green; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Central London Community Healthcare NHS Trust (CLCH) is seeking an experienced nurse for community services in Harpenden. The role involves delivering skilled nursing care to housebound patients and coordinating their health needs within the community.

You will work under supervision to develop care plans, support self-care, and facilitate health promotion. A strong understanding of community nursing, NHS values, and patient-centred care is essential.

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse with full and current UK NMC registration.
• Evidence of post-registration education and training.

Responsibilities

• Provide skilled nursing care based on best practice and evidence.
• Act as Named Nurse with supervision to assess, plan, evaluate and implement care.
• Perform holistic health needs assessments and care planning.
• Promote self-care and coordinate patient care to prevent unnecessary admissions.
• Advocate for patients and support informed choices in care.
• Maintain accurate records compliant with NHS and professional guidelines.

Skills

Chronic disease management

End of life care

Wound management

Phlebotomy

Intravenous therapy

PEG management

Urinary catheterisation

Tracheostomy suctioning

Education

Registered Nurse with UK NMC registration

Post-registration education and training evidence

Job description

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Main area Community Nursing Grade Band 5 Contract Permanent Hours Full time - 37.5 hours per week (Rota will include weekend working) Job ref 824-HERTS-8290254

Site Harpenden Memorial Hospital Town Harpenden Salary £33,677 - £40,996 per annum, inclusive of HCAS, pro rata Salary period Yearly Closing 09/11/2026 23:59

Welcome to Central London Community Healthcare (CLCH)

At CLCH, we proudly serve as a beacon of compassionate community healthcare across 14 vibrant London boroughs — Barnet, Brent, Ealing, Hammersmith & Fulham, Harrow, Hounslow, Kensington and Chelsea, Merton, Richmond, Wandsworth, Westminster, Hillingdon, Sutton, and Kingston — as well as Hertfordshire. We bring care closer to home, embracing the rich diversity of these communities with dedication and heart.

Recognised as Good provider by the Care Quality Commission and celebrated among the top NHS employers, we are united by a shared passion: empowering our community health professionals to deliver care that truly makes a difference.

We are deeply committed to fostering an environment where every member of our team feels respected, valued, and inspired—a place where fairness, kindness, and inclusion blossom. Our culture is rooted in the principles of the NHS People Plan, Our NHS People Promise, and our own strategic Equality values and objectives, guiding us to create a truly supportive and inclusive workplace.

Together, we build a caring community where the warmth we show one another shines through in every life we touch.

Job overview

CLCH Hertfordshire Adult Community Services - CLCH NHS Trust provides a range of Community Services, and the Hertfordshire Division is recruiting!

Are you a nurse looking for a supportive team and the opportunity to develop new skills? This is an exciting time to join the community nursing service in West Herts.

We are developing new community pathways which will support the delivery of more care in patients residing independently or in a residential care setting, and to enable us to do this we have a range of new learning and development opportunities available through the CLCH Academy.

To provide skilled nursing care working under the supervision of the Community Nurse Team Lead and Deputy Team Lead to patients in a variety of community settings, mainly residing independently or in a residential care setting

The post holder will undertake community nursing duties involving delivery of nursing services and holistic assessments of patients health needs using a person centred approach. This includes providing quality and seamless nursing care to housebound patients and being proactive in coordinating their care needs as appropriate, avoiding unnecessary admission to hospital or long term care institutions.

In addition, the post holder will be involved in facilitating self- care for patients with long term conditions, health promotion and innovative activities and projects that enhance patient service delivery.

Main duties of the job

• To give skilled nursing care, based on principles of best practice and clinical evidence. This includes: Chronic disease management, end of life care, continence promotion and wound management. Specific skills include phlebotomy, administration of medication via syringe drivers and intravenous therapy, PEG management, urinary catheterisation and tracheostomy suctioning.
• Act as a Named Nurse with the support and supervision of the DN Team Lead. To take continued responsibility for the holistic health needs assessment including care planning, evaluation and appropriate implementation of health care and ensuring continuity of care following referral from acute care, rehabilitation units, GPs and other agencies.
• Undertake comprehensive assessment of the physical, psychological and social care needs of patients using the Single Assessment Process and including the needs of carers. To provide individualised and person-centred care plans that provide monitoring and promotion of self-care to prevent unnecessary hospital admissions
• Act as the patient’s advocate and to facilitate the patient’s own choices regarding nursing care, promoting independence and self-care, as appropriate.
• To identify and record new problems and other relevant information reporting back to the DN Team Lead as appropriate.
• Maintain accurate, comprehensive and contemporaneous records in accordance with Trust and NMC guidelines.

Working for our organisation

We are proud to be one of the largest community healthcare providers in the country, with more than 4,500 colleagues caring for over four million people across London and Hertfordshire. Every day, our teams bring their skill, compassion, and determination to the people who depend on us.

What inspires us is at the heart of who we are: when we work together, we can help people move forward in ways that truly matter. Our teams support children as they take their first steps in life, and they stand beside adults as they rebuild strength, confidence, and independence. From newborn health visiting to community nursing, stroke rehabilitation, and palliative care, we are there for people through some of life’s most important moments.

Joining Central London Community Healthcare means becoming part of a community that lifts each other up. It means working in an organisation that values compassion, welcomes new ideas, and believes in the potential of every colleague. Your development matters here. Your wellbeing matters. Your voice helps shape the future of the care we provide.

We offer a competitive employment package because the work you do matters. At Central London Community Healthcare, you will join an inclusive organisation that invests in its people, supports development, and helps you thrive while delivering high-quality care.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

Applicants are expected to present clear and relevant evidence of the competencies and responsibilities detailed in the attached Job Description and Person Specification, together with a demonstrated commitment to the Trust’s values of Accountability, Inclusion, Compassion, and Empowerment.

Please see attached Job Description and Person Specification for full roles and responsibilities.

Education/Qualifications

• Registered Nurse with full and current UK NMC registration
• Evidence of other post-registration education and training

Experience

• Recent clinical nursing experience negotiating and liaising within a multidisciplinary team
• Working with people with complex health needs
• Supporting students and other learners e.g. HCAs teaching others in the practice environment
• Experience of undertaking general assessment by utilising evidence based care.
• Previous experience in the Nursing process, care planning and fluent in record keeping
• Experience of providing holistic care that involves the multidisciplinary team.
• Experience of training other students.
• Post registration experience in a NHS community environment

Skills adn Knowledge

• Knowledge of out of hospital care and the role of the Community Nurse
• Ability to listen effectively and ability to give constructive feedback to clients and colleagues.
• Knowledge of how Equal Opportunities can be implemented in practice
• Awareness of the management and use of data in the NHS setting
• Knowledge of risks involved in working in the community.
• Knowledge of management of long term condition e.g. Diabetes and an understanding of the concept of self- management.
• Knowledge of infection control
• Knowledge of general wound care
• Literacy and numeracy skills
• Knowledge of recent government legislation and changes in community care delivery

Other

• Car Driver, Hold a full, valid, UK driving licence and have access to a car to use for business purposes (unless you have a disability as defined by the Equality Act 2010)

We review all applications carefully to ensure fairness and verify references. At interview, you will be asked about your experience, so be honest and ensure all information is accurate. The use of AI during interviews is not permitted.

If you use AI or other tools to support your application, it must reflect your own skills, knowledge, and experience. Supporting information should be in your own words and include your personal insights. AI can assist with drafting but may produce generic or inaccurate content. Applications that rely heavily on AI may lack authenticity and reduce your chances of success.

CLCH Trust does not recommend relying solely on AI when completing your application.

CLCH Commitment to Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion

CLCH is proud to be a Disability Confident Committed employer. We believe that a diverse and inclusive workforce is essential for providing exceptional patient care. We are dedicated to attracting and retaining talent from all backgrounds, including ethnic minorities, the LGBTQ+ community, and people with disabilities.

As a Disability Confident employer, we pledge to:

• Guarantee an interview to all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for a role.
• Provide reasonable adjustments to support diverse needs throughout the recruitment and employment process.
• Challenge misconceptions about disability and foster an inclusive culture for everyone.

We are committed to building a workplace where all staff feel valued and have the opportunity to thrive. Simply let us know how we can support you.

Learn more about our equal opportunities policy on our website: Equal opportunities: Central London Community Healthcare NHS Trust clch.nhs.uk

Employer certification / accreditation badges

You must have appropriate UK professional registration.

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.