Community Staff Nurse, Llandrindod Wells

NHS; Llandrindod Wells; Remote; GBP 33,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Training and development

Welsh language support

Job summary

The Community Staff Nurse role at Powys Teaching Health Board delivers prescribed nursing care to patients on a day-to-day basis, with autonomous clinical practice and a supportive preceptorship program.

We welcome both new registrants and experienced staff. Permanent full- and part-time positions (37.5 hours per week) are available, with Welsh language training and development opportunities across a beautiful rural Wales setting.

Qualifications

• Must be NMC registered with community nursing qualifications.
• Two or more diploma modules relevant to Community nursing.
• District Nursing Diploma/Certificate or working towards.
• Nurse prescriber or working towards.

Responsibilities

• Deliver prescribed nursing care to patients on a day-to-day basis.
• Holistic assessment of patient care needs and development of care plans.
• Autonomous clinical practice with access to guidance as needed.
• Work within the Llandrindod Wells District Nursing Team on a full or part-time basis.

Skills

Venepuncture

ECG

IV therapy

Catheterisation

Caseload management

Prioritisation

Welsh language learning

Education

NMC registration

District Nursing Diploma

Diploma modules in community nursing

Prescriber training

Job description

Band 5

Main area Community Grade Band 5 Contract Permanent: 8am-8pm, 7 day a week service covering shifts patterns of early/late/long day Hours

• Full time
• Part time

37.5 hours per week (Full and part time hours available) Job ref 070-NMR093-1026

Employer Powys Teaching Health Board Employer type NHS Site Spa Building (Former Government building) Town Llandrindod Wells Salary £32,557 - £39,631 per annum pro rata Salary period Yearly Closing 15/10/2026 23:59 Interview date 20/10/2026

Be part of a 'Healthy Caring Powys' and help us transform the way we provide health and care, so our communities can Start Well, Live Well and Age Well.

Job overview

The Community Staff Nurse is responsible for the delivery of prescribed nursing care to patients on a day-to-day basis. This would include the holistic assessment of patient care needs and the development, implementation, and evaluation of evidence-based care.

The post holder will be autonomous in their clinical practice while acknowledging their limitations and actively seek advice as necessary.

Main duties of the job

We are looking for motivated, enthusiastic, individuals to join the Llandrindod Wells District Nursing Team. We welcome new registrants and experienced staff who share our values, who want to consolidate new skills and learning within a fully supportive and individualized preceptorship program. We need somebody who is caring, sympathetic and able to learn new skills with excellent communications skills and an attitude that ensures the highest standard of care for our patients. We have permanent roles to offer on a full and part time basis.

Any successful applicants will be supported by the clinical lead. Your personal development plan will be tailored to your individual need based on your experience and transferable skills.

Working for our organisation

Being the smallest Heath Board in Wales means that you won’t get lost in the crowd. Everybody at Powys Teaching Health Board is valued for the contribution they make to our varied and diverse portfolio of community-based services. Together, we can continue to make a real difference to our patients and build on our unrivalled reputation.

As a supportive and progressive employer, we actively encourage you to carve out a career with us, through a range of development pathways. We’re also lucky enough to be situated in one of the most beautiful rural counties in Britain, let alone Wales! Achieving a healthy ’life work’ balance is essential, and something we recognise by prioritising your well-being.

To start your journey with us, and to learn more about what we can offer you please visit: https://pthb.nhs.wales/working-for-us/. There you will find information about our benefits and values, read staff experiences and more about what our beautiful county has to offer.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click “Apply now” to view in Trac.

We would particularly welcome applications from Welsh speakers; but even if you don’t speak any Welsh, or want to develop your skills, don’t worry: the health board will support you with training.

Person specification

Qualifications

• NMC registered
• Two or more diploma modules relevant to Community nursing
• District Nursing Diploma/Certificate or working towards
• Nurse prescriber or working towards

Skills

• Experience in a wide range of clinical skills
• Chronic Disease management
• Catheterisation - suprapubic, female and male
• Venepuncture
• ECG
• Administration of IM medication
• PEG/NG management
• Management of central lines
• Administer IV therapy
• Manual handling passport
• Ability to manage a caseload in the absence of caseload holder
• Ability to prioritise workload
• Some ability to speak, read and/or write Welsh, or an eagerness to learn.

Experience

• Experience in a wide range of clinical skills in community nursing
• Community nursing
• To be aware of the needs of the patients and their relatives/carers and have knowledge of voluntary and statutory services
• Able to demonstrate an understanding of current issues, policies and framework influencing delivery of health care in a community setting
• Knowledge of care pathways; Last days of life, falls and continence
• Demonstrates and understanding and skills in reflective practice
• Knowledge and application of consent policy
• Knowledge of clinical governance and its importance of providing care of a high standard

As a Health Board we embrace diversity and inclusion. We offer a supportive and welcoming place to work which is free from discrimination and fair in all our working practices.

We’ll value your contribution whether you’re looking for your first job, an apprenticeship, re-entering the workforce or looking for a career change. Powys Teaching Health Board warmly welcomes all.

You can complete your application in Welsh or English, it’s entirely your choice. Once you’ve applied, we will keep you updated on the progress of your application, so be sure to check your emails regularly.

Interested in working with us, but haven’t found the right job opportunity yet, or you require some guidance with your application, please contact our Resourcing Team on 01874 712580 or [e-mail] . We’ll be happy to have an informal chat with you.

Employer certification / accreditation badges

You must have appropriate UK professional registration.

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.

Name Sarah Miles Job title District Nurse Team Leader Email address [e-mail] Telephone number 01597 828765 Additional information

Deputy Team Leaders, Anna Chaplin or Liz Probert - 01597828765