MiCare Nurse

Rutland County Council; Oakham; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Local Government Pension Scheme

Generous annual leave entitlement

Health, wellbeing, and work-life focus

Job summary

Rutland County Council in Rutland is seeking a Registered Nurse to join the MiCare service, delivering person-centered, preventative care in people’s homes across the county. This NHS Band 5 equivalent role requires strong clinical and collaborative skills to support independence and prevent unnecessary hospital admissions.

You’ll work under the Senior Practitioner, provide clinical guidance, train staff, and liaise with GP surgeries and community nursing teams to ensure holistic care and

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse (NMC) qualification.
• Experience in community health or social care settings.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills.
• Ability to train and mentor staff on clinical tasks.
• Commitment to person-centred care and prevention-focused practice.

Responsibilities

• Support the development of a neighbourhood and prevention agenda through a MDT approach.
• Provide clinical advice and support to the MiCare Team as required.
• Deliver training on delegated healthcare tasks to staff.
• Build effective links with GP surgeries and community nursing teams to ensure a holistic approach for individuals using the service.
• Contribute to care planning that prioritises independence and well-being.

Skills

NMC registration

Community health

Communication

Staff training

Person-centred care

Job description

Working Hours: 18.5 per week

Interview Date: To be confirmed

Community Support Services - MiCare, is a short-term integrated health and social care service that provides short term support to people in their own homes. We put people at the heart of the service and deliver exceptionally responsive, person-centred care which enables the individuals to live a life of their choosing. We have received an overall Outstanding' from a recent CQC Inspection. Community Support Services MiCare - Care Quality Commission (cqc.org.uk)

About the Role

Under the direction of the Senior Practitioner, you will enhance health and social care support for MiCare service users in line with Rutland County Council policies, objectives, and standards. This role is central to promoting independence, enabling choice and control, and preventing unnecessary hospital or care home admissions.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the development of a neighbourhood and prevention agenda through a strong multi-disciplinary team (MDT) approach.
• Provide clinical advice and support to the MiCare Team as required.
• Deliver training on delegated healthcare tasks to staff.
• Build effective links with GP surgeries and community nursing teams to ensure a holistic approach for individuals using the service.
• Contribute to care planning that prioritises independence and well-being.

Additional Requirements (Optional)

The successful candidate will be required to undertake an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Costs for the DBS are covered by Rutland County Council.

Please note that you will need a full driving licence to enable you to travel across the county.

About You

What we're looking for

• Registered Nurse (NMC) qualification
• Experience in community health or social care settings
• Strong communication and collaboration skills
• Ability to train and mentor staff on clinical tasks
• Commitment to person-centred care and prevention-focused practice

Please note this role is equivalent to a NHS Band 5 Nurse.

Informal enquiries

For an informal conversation about the role, please contact Susan Giddens - Senior Practitioner - [e-mail]

Our benefits

• Competitive salary
• Generous annual leave entitlement
• Local Government Pension Scheme
• A strong focus on health, wellbeing, and work-life balance

For further information on the benefits of working for Rutland, please see our careers page: Jobs and volunteering | Rutland County Council

Our Values

Our values - Passionate,Ambitious, WorkTogether, and Make a Difference - guide everything we do. We're looking for people who share these values and want to contribute to strong, supportive teams that deliver positive outcomes for our communities.