Senior Community Nurse Lead – Adult Hospice Care

NHS; Southend-on-Sea; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent healthcare provider in Southend-on-Sea is seeking experienced senior nurses to join their Adult Community Team. Responsibilities include managing community team shifts, assessing patient care needs, and implementing care plans. Candidates must possess a nursing degree, NMC registration, and a full UK driving license. The role involves working weekends and bank holidays but does not currently involve night shifts. The salary ranges from £38,682 to £46,580 per year, reflecting the competitive nature of the field.

Benefits

Competitive salary package

Qualifications

• Experience in managing a nursing shift and teams of staff.
• Strong IT skills including various software programs.
• Knowledge in safeguarding protocols.

Responsibilities

• Support and manage community team members during shifts.
• Assess patient needs and implement care plans.
• Ensure the security of drugs and administer them safely.
• Advocate for patients at all times.
• Lead staff development and communication.
• Conduct appraisals and manage day-to-day health and safety.

Skills

Managing a nursing shift and teams of staff

Proficient with IT systems (Word, Teams, SystmOne, Excel, Outlook)

Knowledge of safeguarding

Education

First level Degree or Diploma in Nursing

Current and unrestricted practice registration with the NMC

Post registration education and training up to Post Graduate Diploma level or equivalent

Full UK Driving Licence and access to own vehicle

Job description

A prominent healthcare provider in Southend-on-Sea is seeking experienced senior nurses to join their Adult Community Team. Responsibilities include managing community team shifts, assessing patient care needs, and implementing care plans. Candidates must possess a nursing degree, NMC registration, and a full UK driving license. The role involves working weekends and bank holidays but does not currently involve night shifts. The salary ranges from £38,682 to £46,580 per year, reflecting the competitive nature of the field.