Community Staff Nurse

Sussex Community NHS Foundation Trust; Kemp Town Estate; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A community healthcare provider in the UK is seeking a dynamic Registered Nurse to join its Community Nursing teams in Brighton & Hove. The role requires delivering high-quality care, participating in team support and development, and effectively communicating with patients and multidisciplinary teams. Ideal candidates will be enthusiastic about community work and possess a valid driving license. Full training and support will be provided for those new to community nursing, making it a perfect opportunity for newly qualified nurses.

Benefits

Flexible working options

Excellent training and development opportunities

Cost-effective workplace nurseries

Supportive workplace culture

Qualifications

• Must hold a full driving licence and have access to a car for work purposes.
• Dynamic and enthusiastic attitude towards community nursing required.
• Support for newly qualified nurses will be provided.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high quality care in the community to promote patient self-management.
• Participate in team meetings to support staff learning and professional development.
• Communicate effectively with patients and multidisciplinary teams.
• Conduct holistic assessments and develop care plans.
• Empower patients in their care and promote self-care.
• Engage in service provision and participate in service changes.

Skills

Holistic assessment

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Autonomy

Wound care

Health promotion

Education

Registered Nurse qualification

Job description

An exciting opportunity has arisen to work in our Community Nursing teams in Brighton & Hove Central locality Team. We are proud of the quality holistic care we provide to the population of Brighton and Hove and focus on self-management with patients using a proactive care approach. The team work closely with a multidisciplinary network of health, social, and third sector staff including Specialist Nurses, hospitals, hospices and GP surgeries. This post is ideal for somebody who would like the opportunity to experience community work or develop their interests in the community setting further. The role incorporates the day to day management of patients within the community under the supervision of the Community Sisters and charge nurses and Clinical Lead, involving a variety of skills including wound care, continence management, palliative care, health promotion, venepuncture, IV therapy and more. Training will be available and candidates will be supported with an induction and a personal development plan. Full support will be given to those without community experience to gain the necessary skills required. We would also welcome newly qualified nurses who will be fully supported with preceptorship. So if you are a dynamic and enthusiastic nurse who would like to work in the challenging but hugely rewarding setting of the community this may be the role for you. We are a supportive and forward-thinking team with clinical direction provided by a Clinical Lead, overseen by the Operational Team Lead and the Deputy Operational Head of Service for Brighton and Hove. You must be able to work autonomously as well as part of a team. The team use SystmOne mobile working. You must hold a full driving licence and have the use of a car for work purposes.

Key responsibilities

• Deliver multi-professional high quality care in the community, working with patients towards rehabilitation, self-management and independence throughout the continuum of care.
• Participate in a team of colleagues supporting evidence based care, facilitating staff learning and development.
• Communicate effectively with patients, their carers, multi-disciplinary team and other key stakeholders on a range of complex health care matters. Acts as an information resource for patients, multi-disciplinary colleagues and other stakeholders. Responsible for signposting and referring individuals, families, carers and communities to the most appropriate agencies/services to support their needs.
• Provide holistic assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of patient care whilst working in an integrated manner with the multi-disciplinary team.
• Empower patients to work as partners in their care, respecting individual choice and difference and encouraging self‑care where able.
• Engage in service provision and change.

Main tasks

• Holistic assessment and care planning.
• Individualised care and the promotion of self‑care.
• Safe and effective review and referral to the appropriate member of the multidisciplinary team.
• Effective delegation and prioritisation of workload.
• Professional development as required to maintain area of practice, and as negotiated in supervision.
• An awareness of health, safety and security risks.

We are the main provider of NHS community services across East and West Sussex, with 6,000 staff serving 1.3 million people. We deliver essential care to adults and children, helping them manage their health, avoid hospital admissions, and reduce hospital stays. Our Trust vision is to provide excellent care at the heart of the community. We offer opportunities across medical, clinical, support, and corporate services.

Why work for us?

• Positive 2024 NHS Staff Survey results, highlighting compassionate leadership and wellbeing
• Varied environments: community hospitals, patients' homes, and bases across Sussex
• Flexible working options: part-time, flexi-time, annualised hours, and flexi-retirement
• Excellent training, development, and research opportunities
• Cost‑effective workplace nurseries in Crawley, Hove, and Brighton
• Active EMBRACE, Disability & Wellbeing, LGBTQIA+, and Religion & Belief networks
• Level 3 Disability Confident Leader and Veteran Aware Trust
• Beautiful Sussex location near the South Downs and coast

Our Compassionate Care, Working Together, Achieving Ambitions, Delivering Excellence – guide everything we do.