Lead District Nurse – Community Home Care

West Suffolk Nhs Foundation Trust

West Stow

On-site

GBP 49,000 - 57,000

Part time

9 days ago

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Job summary

The West Suffolk Community Integrated Neighbourhood Team has expanded, creating a District Nurse post to join the Community Nursing Team in Bury Rural or Newmarket. Working with existing District Nurses you will be at the frontline delivering care to patients in their own homes, supported by an Integrated Community Team.

This role requires a specialised District Nursing degree after your Adult Nursing qualification.

Qualifications

Registered Nurse Level 1 required.
District Nurse Qualification essential.
Non-medical prescribing qualification desirable.
Preparation for Mentorship qualification advantageous.
Current NMC registration required.
Evidence of continuing professional development.
Teaching, learning and assessing qualification desirable.

Responsibilities

Lead, develop and manage the Community Nursing Service with peers.
Provide specialist clinical and supervisory leadership to juniors.
Manage a defined caseload of patients with complex needs.
Deliver high standards of care using advanced skills and evidence-based practice.
Support staff to move across organisational boundaries.
Monitor quality of care and identify development opportunities.
Build partnerships with allied organisations for integrated care.