Student District Nurse Homerton Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust

Homerton Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust; London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative healthcare organization is seeking dedicated community nurses to join their team. This role offers a unique opportunity to become a Specialist Practitioner in District Nursing through a sponsored training program. With a focus on delivering high-quality care, candidates will engage in public health initiatives and work closely with diverse communities in London. The organization prides itself on its outstanding service and commitment to staff development, providing a supportive environment for professional growth. Join this forward-thinking team and make a meaningful impact in the community.

Benefits

Continuous Professional Development

Support for Training

Diversity and Inclusion Initiatives

Employee Benefits Program

Qualifications

• Registered on Part 1 of the NMC register and committed to CPD.
• Motivated to become a Specialist Practitioner in District Nursing.

Responsibilities

• Develop skills in public health and health needs assessment.
• Work in partnership with client groups to implement health plans.
• Maintain accurate records and mobilise appropriate resources.

Skills

Community Nursing

Health Needs Assessment

Public Health

Clinical Practice

Safeguarding Policies

Education

Registered Nurse (Part 1 of NMC)

Specialist Practitioner Training

Job description

The role is not suitable for overseas registered nurses.

Homerton Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust is a progressive, innovative organisation - committed to delivering a high standard of District Nursing services to adults who live in the City of London and the London borough of Hackney.

The community nursing service within Hackney has recently been restructured with the values of the Homerton at its core. We provide the community nursing service to our patients within the City of London and Borough of Hackney, with the emphasis on delivering the highest standards of care.

We would encourage intuitive, experienced, highly professional community nurses who are motivated to becoming a Specialist Practitioner in District Nursing to apply.

If you are a nurse who is registered on Part 1 of the Nursing & Midwifery Council (NMC) register and are committed to continuous professional development (CPD), we are inviting you to apply for one of our sponsored places that will support you through an academic year of training at the end of which you will join the growing band of Specialist Community District Nurses.

As a qualified nurse, you can apply for a 12 month full-time course or 24 month part-time course. A full-time course comprises of 52 weeks of study, of which 45 weeks are spent in education and clinical practice in London.

The program commences in September 2025 at London South Bank University.

Late applications will not be considered.

Main duties include:

1. To develop skills in public health, health needs assessment of practice populations, and health promotion programmes.
2. To develop skills in assessment, planning, providing and evaluating specialist health care related to the needs of individuals, families, groups and communities.
3. Work in partnership with the client groups and other agencies, record, implement and evaluate personalised health plans based on an accurate needs assessment, acting at all times in a manner conducive to vulnerable people. Make appropriate referrals and/or mobilise relevant resources, maintaining accurate records at all times.
4. To develop skills and knowledge in identifying and assessing deviations in health and refer promptly to or mobilise appropriate services and resources.
5. Work in accordance with the Trust Safeguarding policies and guidelines.
6. The fundamental responsibilities of the post holder are to attain the academic credentials and the clinical skills required to practice as a District Nurse.

Homerton Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust is a high performing and flourishing organisation serving the population of Hackney, East London, The City and beyond.

We are extremely proud of the fact that Homerton Hospital has recently attained the highest possible rating of "Outstanding" from the Care Quality Commission (CQC).

Our integrated Trust provides comprehensive hospital and community health services for its local population and a range of specialist services for a wider group of patients. In addition, the Trust manages services out of St Leonard's Hospital and the Mary Seacole Nursing Home.

Homerton aims to ensure equality and value diversity, and we are committed to inclusion for all of our staff. This is reflected in our policies, procedures and People Plan. All of our staff are expected to embody our Trust values at all times.

We are also committed, through our Fair Recruitment Standards, to ensuring all applicants are treated fairly.

Homerton has a proud tradition of supporting and developing its staff, including its well-regarded and valued nursing community, and all staff are able to take advantage of a great range of benefits.

Homerton is proud to have been included on the HSJ & Nursing Times Best Places to Work list.

The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience, and knowledge required. For both documents, please view the attachment/s on this page.

The person specification below is not the full person specification but outlines the criteria against which your application form will be assessed.

This advert closes on Monday 28 Apr 2025.

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