Community Nurse - Coastal

NHS; Truro; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity awaits a caring Community Nurse to join a dynamic team dedicated to delivering exceptional nursing care in the community. This role emphasizes teamwork, communication, and a commitment to patient care, requiring the ability to manage your own workload effectively. The position offers a chance for ongoing professional development in a supportive environment focused on enhancing the health and wellbeing of the local community. Join a forward-thinking organization that values its staff and strives to provide excellent care to a diverse population.

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse with NMC registration and commitment to community nursing.
• Willingness to pursue mentorship qualifications and ongoing professional development.

Responsibilities

• Assess and implement care for patients in their home environment.
• Work flexibly with the Community Nurse Team Leader to meet service needs.
• Provide evidence-based care autonomously.

Skills

Community Nursing

Patient Care

Communication Skills

Teamwork

Workload Management

Education

Registered Nurse - Adult

Current Professional Registration - NMC

Mentoring Qualification

Job description

Job summary

We have an exciting opportunity for a caring and motivated Community Nurse within the Coastal Community Nursing Team.

We are seeking a dynamic, forward-thinking professional who wants to help us deliver exceptional nursing care in the community. A commitment to team working and providing excellence in patient care is a must, as are exceptional communication and people skills. An ability to prioritise and manage your own daily workload is required in this role.

You will need to demonstrate enthusiasm for community nursing and a desire for ongoing professional development.

Informal chats and visits with the team are welcomed. Please contact Andrea Trewhela, District Nurse Locality Team Leader, at 01209 881899 or [e-mail] for more information. Alternatively, contact the team directly on 01209 881899.

This is a community-based role requiring frequent travel to various locations throughout the county, including areas that may not be accessible by public transportation.

Interview date to be scheduled.

Main duties of the job

1. Assess, plan, implement, and evaluate care independently for patients, carers, and relatives in their home environment to promote maximum independence and quality of life.
2. Work in partnership with patients and carers to offer support, advice, and promote informed choice.
3. Support the Community Nurse Team Leader and other locality teams by working flexibly according to service needs.
4. Provide effective, evidence-based care autonomously, in line with your competency, training, policies, procedures, and guidelines.

About us

Cornwall Foundation Trust is an NHS community and mental health provider based in Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly. We deliver community and hospital-based care to improve physical and mental health, and provide specialist support for dementia and learning disabilities.

We are a people-focused organisation, and your role will support the health and wellbeing of the local community.

Our team of over 4,000 staff includes doctors, nurses, therapists, and support staff working across homes, clinics, bases, and hospitals. Our goal is to have great people, provide great care, be a great place to work, and a great partner.

With a population of over 568,000, we serve a diverse community, including visitors during holidays, which increases service demand.

Details

Date posted: 08 May 2025

Pay scheme: Agenda for Change

Band: Band 5

Salary: £29,970 to £36,483 per year (Pro Rata/Per annum)

Contract: Permanent

Working pattern: Full-time, Part-time

Reference number: 201-25-397

Job locations

Unit 4, Underground House, Trevissome Park, Truro, TR4 8UN

Job description & Responsibilities

For detailed responsibilities and person specifications, please see supporting documents.

Person Specification

Essential Qualifications and Experience:

• Registered Nurse - Adult
• Current Professional Registration - NMC
• Mentoring qualification or willingness to work towards it, including attending mentorship updates

Evidence of recent development/learning:

• Completion of university modules or courses such as Diabetes, Research, etc.

Desirable:

• Interest in gaining District Nurse Apprenticeship

Additional requirements

This role is subject to DBS disclosure and UK professional registration. For more information, visit the NHS Careers website.

Employer details

Employer: Cornwall Partnership NHS Foundation Trust

Address: Unit 4, Underground House, Trevissome Park, Truro, TR4 8UN

Website: https://www.cornwallft.nhs.uk/