Community Nurse – Band 5, West Herts | CLCH Academy

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

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.