Compassionate Community Nurse — Homebound Care Specialist

Torbay and South Devon NHS Foundation Trust; Totnes; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A community health organization seeks a qualified Community Registered Nurse in Totnes, covering Ashburton, Buckfastleigh, and Dartmouth. This full-time permanent role involves delivering high-quality, patient-centered care and working within a supportive multi-disciplinary team. You will use strong communication and specialist skills to manage complex patient needs and ensure seamless care delivery. Interested candidates should possess relevant nursing qualifications and community experience.

Benefits

Supportive team environment

Flexible work/home life balance

Qualifications

• Evidence of continuing professional development.
• Experience in EOL / palliative care.
• Experience in complex wound management / compression.
• Previous community experience.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality care to housebound patients.
• Liaise with patients or relatives who may be challenging.
• Undertake Specialist Nursing and Continuing Care assessments.

Skills

Strong communication

Empathy and reassurance skills

Motivational and negotiation skills

Complex and specialist skills

Holistic client assessment

Education

Qualified Registered Nurse Level 1

Diabetes course

Practice Supervisor / Assessor

Tools

I.T. knowledge/experience

Job description

A community health organization seeks a qualified Community Registered Nurse in Totnes, covering Ashburton, Buckfastleigh, and Dartmouth. This full-time permanent role involves delivering high-quality, patient-centered care and working within a supportive multi-disciplinary team. You will use strong communication and specialist skills to manage complex patient needs and ensure seamless care delivery. Interested candidates should possess relevant nursing qualifications and community experience.