Community Staff nurse

NHS; London; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen to join a vibrant Adult Community Nursing Service. This role is for an enthusiastic Band 5 nurse to work in one of the 8 neighbourhood teams, delivering high-quality holistic nursing care to patients within their homes. You will be part of a multidisciplinary team, responsible for assessing and implementing care plans while promoting health education and independence. Join a high-performing organization recognized for its commitment to diversity and inclusion, and become part of a dedicated nursing community focused on providing outstanding care.

Benefits

Extensive staff benefits

Support for staff development

Diversity and inclusion policies

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse with community experience and clinical skills.
• Ability to work independently in various community settings.

Responsibilities

• Provide care to patients in their homes and community settings.
• Assess, plan, implement, and evaluate care needs under supervision.

Skills

Community experience

Clinical skills

Ability to work unsupervised

Ability to work using own initiative

Education

Registered Nurse

Job description

Job summary

An exciting opportunity* has arisen to join our vibrant Adult Community Nursing Service. Homerton Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust is an integrated community and acute trust providing high-quality services to residents of the City and Hackney boroughs.

We are seeking an enthusiastic Band 5 nurse to fill a full-time, permanent post. The Adult Community Nursing Service is divided into 8 neighbourhood teams. Successful candidates will be asked to work within one of these teams.

*Please note - this vacancy is not suitable for Overseas Registered Nurses

Main duties of the job

1. The post holder will practice within a multidisciplinary team and provide care to patients within their own homes and community settings.
2. Assess, plan, implement, and evaluate care needs under the supervision of Clinical Nurse Specialists, Practitioners, and District Nurses.
3. Deliver a high standard of holistic nursing care, promoting health education and independence.
4. Take responsibility for personal actions when delivering clinical care, maintaining competency and skills as required.

About us

Homerton Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust is a high-performing and flourishing organization serving Hackney, East London, The City, and beyond.

We are proud that Homerton Hospital has recently attained an 'Outstanding' rating from the Care Quality Commission (CQC).

Our integrated Trust provides comprehensive hospital and community health services, including specialist services and management of services at St Leonard's Hospital and the Mary Seacole Nursing Home.

Homerton values diversity and inclusion, reflected in our policies, procedures, and People Plan. All staff embody our Trust values. We are committed to fair recruitment and supporting staff development, including our valued nursing community. Our staff benefits are extensive.

Homerton has been recognized on the HSJ & Nursing Times Best Places to Work list.

Date posted: 02 May 2025

Pay scheme: Agenda for Change

Band: Band 5

Salary: £35,964 to £43,780 per annum

Contract: Permanent

Working pattern: Full-time

Reference number: 293-CCS-0651-A

Location: Homerton Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust, London, N1 5DR

Job description

The full job description and person specification outline the key responsibilities, qualifications, skills, and experience required. Please view the attachments on this page for detailed documents. The person specification below is a summary for application assessment purposes.

Person Specification

Education / Qualifications (Essential):

• Registered Nurse

Desirable:

• Clinical skills

Experience (Essential):

• Community experience (including student placements)
• Experience of multi-agency working

Skills / Abilities (Essential):

• Ability to work unsupervised in community settings
• Ability to work using own initiative
• Clinical skills

Other (Essential):

• Understanding of Trust values

Additional Requirements

This role is subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service check and UK professional registration. Applications requiring sponsorship are welcome. For overseas applicants, criminal record checks from each country of residence over the past 10 years are required.

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