Community Staff Nurse

NHS; Croydon; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 44,000; Part time

Job summary

A healthcare provider is seeking motivated and enthusiastic Registered Adult Nurses to join the Integrated Care Teams in Croydon. The role involves providing nursing care to patients in their homes and managing the team in the absence of the District Nurse. Candidates must hold a Registered General Nurse qualification and have a valid UK driving licence. The position offers professional development opportunities and requires flexibility in working hours.

Benefits

Comprehensive induction programme

Child care facilities

Ongoing professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Candidates must have a clean UK driving licence and access to a car for work purposes.
• Registered General Nurse qualification is essential.
• Experience demonstrating the role of the community staff nurse.

Responsibilities

• Provide efficient and effective nursing care to patients in their homes.
• Supervise the nursing team in the absence of the District Nurse.

Skills

Good interpersonal and communication skills

Ability to work as part of an effective team

Ability to manage own workload

Able to use own initiative

Education

Registered General Nurse

NMC Register Part 1 - Adult

Post-registration qualification

Job description

Overview

Community Staff Nurses - Woodside Health Centre

Band 5, 22.5 hours a week

We are transforming Adult Community Services in Croydon. We are looking for highly motivated, enthusiastic Registered Adult Nurses to join our Integrated Care Teams as part of the Croydon Alliance Board initiative and Outcome Based Commissioning programme, with a focus on outcomes and promoting independence in the most appropriate care setting.

We offer a comprehensive induction programme, preceptorship, clinical supervision and excellent ongoing professional development opportunities for career progression.

Please note: All candidates must have a clean UK driving licence and use of a car for work purposes. Once recruited staff can take advantage of our child care facilities.

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Interview - TBC

Main duties

• To work in conjunction with other members of the District Nursing Team and other Stakeholders, to provide efficient and effective nursing care to patients in their own homes
• To be responsible for the management and supervision of the nursing team, in the absence of the District Nurse, including the supervision of Junior Staff

About us

Croydon Health Services NHS Trust provides hospital and community services from a number of community and specialist clinics throughout Croydon. The Trust was formed on 1 August 2010 through the integration of Croydon Community Health Services and Mayday Healthcare NHS Trust. Around 4,100 staff provide services for a population of over 360,000 people with diverse needs. Our main site is Croydon University Hospital; we also deliver care outside hospital settings, including in people’s homes. Our district nursing teams, Allied Health Professionals and community matrons support people of all ages across Croydon. We are committed to education and training and to transforming services to improve the quality of care.

Details

Date posted: 19 September 2025

Pay scheme: Agenda for Change

Band: Band 5

Salary: £35,763 to £43,466 per year (pro rata for part-time) inclusive of HCAS

Contract: Permanent

Working pattern: Part-time

Reference number: 199-7237755-MC

Job location: Woodside Health Centre, Croydon, SE25 5NT

Job responsibilities

Please see the attached supporting document for more information about the role in the job description and person specification.

Person Specification

Education and Education Essential

• Registered General Nurse or
• NMC Register Part 1 - Adult

Desirable

• Post-registration qualification
• Mentorship for Practice course

Knowledge and Understanding Essential

• Awareness of current issues and developments in community care
• Adherence to NMC Code of Conduct
• Knowledge and understanding of principles and benefits of reflective practice

Experience Essential

• Able to demonstrate the role of the community staff nurse

Desirable

• Previous experience of community nursing

Skills / Abilities Essential

• Good interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to work as part of an effective team
• Ability to manage own workload
• Able to use own initiative
• Ability to maintain accurate records
• Knowledge and awareness of audit and research principles
• Ability to navigate complex issues across organisations and disciplines
• Experience of multidisciplinary working and liaison
• Ability to provide appropriate, accurate feedback
• Ability to work within own limitations

Desirable

• IT literacy (e.g., Word processing and email)
• Knowledge of managing complaints

Other Factors Essential

• Valid full UK driving licence
• Access to a car for work purposes
• Ability to work flexible hours including weekends and bank holidays

Disclosure and UK Registration

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and a Disclosure to the Disclosure and Barring Service will be required. Applicants must have current UK professional registration.

Employer details

Croydon Health Services NHS Trust

Woodside Health Centre, Croydon, SE25 5NT

Employer's website: https://www.croydonhealthservices.nhs.uk/recruitment/