Community Nurse: Home Visits & MDT Collaboration

East Suffolk and North Essex NHS Foundation Trust; Hadleigh; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

NHS Pension Scheme

Flexible working options

Training and development opportunities

Job summary

East Suffolk and North Essex NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a Registered Nurse for the South Rural Integrated Neighbourhood team, based at Beacon House, Ipswich. The role covers Hadleigh and surrounding GP practices, delivering home and clinic-based nursing care with MDT support.

The post emphasizes independence, patient-centered care, and IT literacy for recording interactions. A valid driver’s license and daily car access are essential for community visits.

Qualifications

• RN qualification and registration to practise as a nurse.
• Current NMC registration with active pin.
• Experience with IV administration and cannulation.
• Mentorship preparation or equivalent desirable.
• Mentorship qualification is essential for the post, but not required at interview.
• Previous community nursing experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Deliver nursing care in patients' homes and clinics as part of planned care.
• Provide high standards of care while promoting independence and privacy.
• Undertake delegated assessments and deliver healthcare for patients.
• Collaborate with the integrated team to prevent hospital admissions.
• Maintain accurate digital patient records in a timely manner.

Skills

English proficiency

IT literacy

Education

RN Qualification (Part 1 of register)

Current NMC registration

IV Administration / cannulation

ENB 998/mentorship preparation or equivalent

Mentorship qualification

Job description

East Suffolk and North Essex NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a Registered Nurse for the South Rural Integrated Neighbourhood team, based at Beacon House, Ipswich. The role covers Hadleigh and surrounding GP practices, delivering home and clinic-based nursing care with MDT support.

The post emphasizes independence, patient-centered care, and IT literacy for recording interactions. A valid driver’s license and daily car access are essential for community visits.