Community Nurse (SAS)

TN United Kingdom; Sidmouth; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Sidmouth seeks a Fixed Term Band 5 Registered Nurse to join their Community Nursing team for a one-year maternity leave cover. The role focuses on delivering high-quality nursing care in patients' homes, emphasizing independence and quality of life. Candidates should possess strong communication and assessment skills, with a commitment to professional development and flexibility in working patterns.

Benefits

Generous annual leave

Occupational health services

Staff discounts

NHS pension

Cycle-to-work schemes

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse with a current license.
• Comfortable with digital technology.
• Community nursing experience is desirable but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Assess, provide, and review nursing care in home settings.
• Deliver clinical interventions like end-of-life care and wound management.
• Collaborate with social services and other healthcare professionals.

Skills

Communication

Assessment skills

Flexibility

Adaptability

Education

Registered Nurse qualification

Job description

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Royal Devon and Exeter NHS Foundation Trust

Location:

Sidmouth, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Reference:

811c181ab175

Job Views:

3

Posted:

21.05.2025

Expiry Date:

05.07.2025

Job Description:

Role Summary

To assess, provide and review nursing care, advice and information to patients and carers within the home environment or alternative care setting. Aim to maintain patients in their own preferred place of care, enabling them to maximise their independence and quality of life. Work under the direction of the Nurse Specialist (Community) and the Community Nurse Team Manager, using their skills as a Registered Nurse. May hold a designated caseload and deputise in the absence of the Nurse Specialist (Community).

About the Role

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More detail about the role

We are seeking a Fixed Term Band 5 Registered Nurse to join our Community Nursing teams in Seaton, Axminster, and Sidmouth to cover a 1-year maternity leave.

Located in East Devon, our team is busy, dynamic, and forward-thinking. We pride ourselves on being friendly and dedicated to providing high-quality care, mainly in patients' homes. We support patients to maximize independence and quality of life in their preferred place of care.

The role involves delivering clinical interventions such as end-of-life care, wound management, and long-term condition management. You will collaborate with social services, therapy colleagues, GPs, and other staff. Strong communication and assessment skills are essential for planning, implementing, and evaluating personalized, patient-centered care.

We offer high-quality training, ongoing professional development, supervision, and a tailored induction based on your experience. Candidates should have good skills, be comfortable with digital technology, flexible, adaptable, and willing to embrace change. A current driving license and access to transport are required, as the role involves working independently in various locations.

Community nursing experience is desirable but not essential, as full training will be provided. We welcome inquiries and encourage visits. For more information or to arrange an informal visit, contact David Williams, Community Nurse Team Manager, at the provided contact details.

Working Pattern: Monday to Friday day shifts, including weekends and Bank Holidays

Interview Date: To Be Confirmed

For further information, please contact: David Williams, Community Nurse Team Manager. Note: This is a fixed-term contract for 1 year. NHS employees may consider this as a secondment opportunity.

Inclusion and Diversity

Royal Devon values diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive culture. We encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, cultures, and abilities. Priority will be given to staff with ‘Priority’ and 'At Risk' status, including NHS At Risk staff in Devon.

Application Closing

The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust reserves the right to close the vacancy early once sufficient applications are received.

About Us

We serve Northern, Eastern, and Mid Devon with over staff, covering a broad geographic area. Our services include emergency, medical, community, and specialist care, provided across hospitals, clinics, and homes. We are at the forefront of research and innovation, with a commitment to high-quality care and values-based practice.

Employee Benefits

We support work-life balance through flexible schemes, family policies, and professional development opportunities. Benefits include generous annual leave, occupational health services, staff discounts, salary sacrifice options, car schemes, NHS pension, and cycle-to-work schemes. We welcome your application if interested in joining our team.