District Nurse/Senior Community Nurse

West London NHS Trust; London; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 51,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in healthcare is seeking a Band 6 Senior Community Nurse/District Nurse to join a dedicated team in Ealing. This role offers the chance to lead innovative initiatives that enhance patient care and promote independence. As a key member of the community nursing team, you will implement proactive care strategies, manage complex cases, and empower patients to effectively manage their health. This is an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the community and support the NHS's commitment to out-of-hospital care, ensuring patients receive holistic support tailored to their individual needs.

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse with community experience or Specialist Practitioner Qualification.
• Experience in implementing proactive care strategies and case management.

Responsibilities

• Lead a community nursing team and implement proactive care strategies.
• Provide case management and support for patients with diverse health needs.

Skills

Patient-Centred Care

Leadership

Community Nursing

Health Promotion

Case Management

Education

Graduate Qualification in Health-Related Subject

Specialist Practitioner Qualification in District Nursing

Job description

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Site: Acton Health Centre, Town: Ealing, Salary: £42,939 - £50,697 Per Annum (Inclusive of HCAS), Salary period: Yearly, Closing: 13/05/2025 23:59, Interview date: 21/05/2025

West London NHS Trust provides a full range of mental health, community and physical healthcare services for children, adults and older people living in the London boroughs of Ealing, Hammersmith & Fulham and Hounslow.

We also provide some specialist services that are commissioned regionally, such as our medium secure services; and nationally, such as the Cassel Hospital for people with complex and severe personality disorder and our high secure services at Broadmoor Hospital.

Job overview

We are currently seeking a Band 6 Senior Community Nurse/District Nurse to join our dedicated team, in Ealing. This is an excellent opportunity to be at the forefront of community healthcare, leading innovative initiatives and making a real difference in patients' lives.

As a Senior Community Nurse/District Nurse, you’ll be at the heart of delivering patient-centred care. Your role will involve:

• Admission Avoidance: Implementing proactive care strategies, such as participating in MDTs, caseload reviews, and complex patient reviews/visits, to prevent unnecessary hospital admissions.
• Health and Independence Promotion: Empowering patients to manage their health conditions effectively at home, utilising personalised care plans and supporting the NHS's commitment to enhancing out-of-hospital care.
• Leadership and Development: supporting in leading a dedicated community nursing team within a multi-professional environment, fostering a culture of continuous learning and improvement.

We’re looking for a motivated Registered Nurse with a graduate qualification in a health-related subject and post-registration community experience, or someone with the Specialist Practitioner Qualification in District Nursing. You’ll play a vital role in leading a dedicated community nursing team within a multi-professional setting, where your contributions are valued, and your development is prioritised.

Main duties of the job

• To Practice as a senior member of the community nursing team, working within the Integrated Community Services (ICS)
• To provide a case management approach to care for an identified number of patients working closely with GPs, the ICS and other Statutory and Voluntary agencies.
• To provide advice, information and education to patients and carers with the aim of enabling patients to enjoy maximum independence, health and wellbeing.
• To creatively manage the holistic and clinical needs of patients with acute, sub-acute and long-term conditions.
• To enable patients living long term physical health challenges to live well within their communities, with a focus on not only their physical health needs but also their wider holistic needs, e.g. mental health, learning disabilities, psychological needs, social needs and spiritual needs

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