Independent Community Nurse – Home Care

East of England Community Health and Care NHS Trust; Downham Market; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

East of England Community Health and Care NHS Trust is seeking a Community Nurse to support patients in their homes and community settings within the Fens and Brecks area. This permanent post is available on a full-time or part-time basis, with flexible shifts and opportunities for professional development.

You will work autonomously and with partners in Health & Social Care, providing comprehensive nursing interventions, wound and palliative care, venepuncture and other essential assessments.

Qualifications

• Diploma or 1st level degree is required.
• RN Qualification and current NMC registration.
• ENB 998/mentorship preparation or equivalent is desirable.
• Mentorship qualification should be undertaken within first year if on preceptorship post.
• Experience in a clinical setting is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assess, plan, implement and evaluate all aspects of patient care and develop care plans.
• Devise individualised, evidence-based care programmes after holistic assessment.
• Assess patients' needs and communicate information to patients and carers.
• Use appropriate adaptations to gain understanding and consent.
• Liaise with GPs, Social Services and other professionals to coordinate care.
• Ensure records are completed and inputted in SystmOne daily.

Skills

Highly motivated

Empathy & sensitivity

Good interpersonal skills

Team player

Education

Diploma or 1st level degree

RN Qualification

Current NMC registration

ENB 998/mentorship preparation

Mentorship qualification (preceptorship posts)

Job description

East of England Community Health and Care NHS Trust is seeking a Community Nurse to support patients in their homes and community settings within the Fens and Brecks area. This permanent post is available on a full-time or part-time basis, with flexible shifts and opportunities for professional development.

You will work autonomously and with partners in Health & Social Care, providing comprehensive nursing interventions, wound and palliative care, venepuncture and other essential assessments.