Senior Nurse Leader, Community Services

County Durham & Darlington NHS Foundation Trust; Chester-le-Street; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional healthcare provider in Chester-le-Street is seeking an Associate Director of Nursing for Community Services to lead community nursing operations. The role requires significant experience in community nursing, emphasizing strategic leadership and the ability to manage a workforce effectively. The post offers a competitive platform to guide nursing staff while supporting the NHS mission of community care. Candidates should have a nursing degree and leadership qualifications.

Benefits

Professional development opportunities

Supportive work environment

Career advancement paths

Qualifications

• Significant experience at a senior community nurse level (band 8a and above).
• Experience of multi-professional team working.
• Record of successful change management.

Responsibilities

• Lead all aspects of community nursing services including professional leadership of nurses.
• Provide strategic and transformational leadership in the Care Group.
• Ensure compliance with patient care standards and safety.

Skills

Communication skills

Leadership

Organizational ability

Problem-solving

Ability to negotiate

Education

Registered General Nurse with current NMC registration

Degree in Nursing/Health related subject

Management Qualification

Tools

Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Access)

Job description

A regional healthcare provider in Chester-le-Street is seeking an Associate Director of Nursing for Community Services to lead community nursing operations. The role requires significant experience in community nursing, emphasizing strategic leadership and the ability to manage a workforce effectively. The post offers a competitive platform to guide nursing staff while supporting the NHS mission of community care. Candidates should have a nursing degree and leadership qualifications.