Team Lead Community Nurse

Kent Community Health NHS Foundation Trust; Royal Tunbridge Wells; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare organization in the UK is seeking a Band 6 Community Nurse to deliver high-quality care to patients in Tunbridge Wells. The role offers flexible working arrangements and developmental opportunities for nurses eager to embrace the community nursing environment. To apply, candidates must have a registered nurse qualification and a full UK driving licence.

Benefits

Flexible working hours

Mileage reimbursement

Qualifications

• Experience in community nursing is essential.
• Full UK driving licence and ability to drive own car required.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality nursing care to patients at home.
• Lead caseload management alongside senior nurses.

Skills

Community nursing experience

Clinical skills

Flexible working

Education

Registered Nurse qualification

Job description

Overview

Make a Real Difference as a Band 6 Community Nurse in Tunbridge Wells!

Are you an experienced nurse looking for a rewarding role where you can truly impact patients' lives and empower them to thrive in their own homes?

About the Role

We're seeking passionate and skilled Band 6 Community Nurses to join our dynamic teams at Abbey Court in Tunbridge Wells.

Our service operates 7 days a week from 8 am – 6 pm. These extended working hours allow more flexible working for anyone looking for more flexible hours. Weekend working is generally on a 1:4 ratio with dedicated days off during the week to help you maintain a healthy work-life balance.

Team Structure

There are two teams supporting patients registered with GP practices working in Tunbridge Wells and surrounding areas supporting the Tunbridge Wells Primary Care network. Each team has two senior nurses who take responsibility for a defined geographical area, who provide clinical leadership to their Band 5, Band 4 and Band 3 staff. The team work together to manage caseload patients delivering a high-quality service. The data we collect helps us to ensure we are attracting diversity in our applicants, that all our colleagues have equitable access to career opportunities and supports us on our journey to being a Great Place to Work.

What we're looking for

We're looking for experienced and dedicated nurses with relevant clinical skills and who is ready to embrace the unique challenges and rewards of community nursing. As a flexible working friendly organisation, we want you to be able to work in a way that is best for us, for our patients and for you. Talk to us about a flexible working arrangement that won't involve sacrificing time for personal interests or family commitments. We'll support you to work flexibly in a way that will suit us both.

Development and Trainee Opportunities

Candidates wanting to move to a community setting with advanced clinical skills or expertise will be considered. KCHFT is keen to support development and therefore, candidates without the specialist District Nurse qualification or having a recognised advanced clinical skills/module will be considered for trainee posts. Using the named nurse model, we want to allow nurses to spend more time with patients, promoting self-management where possible, and improving patient lives. If you're interested in moving to a community setting, please still apply or get in touch as we are happy to support you into achieving your SPDN qualification.

Requirements

You'll need to have a full UK driving licence and drive your own car, but you can claim mileage costs and access the NHS car lease provision after your probationary period.

Closing

Together we can empower you to really make a difference to patients' lives. The very different world we are living in at the moment has given us the opportunity to rethink how we provide our services here at KCHFT. KCHFT is keen to support development and therefore, candidates without the specialist District Nurse qualification or having a recognised advanced clinical skills/module will be considered for trainee posts. If you're interested in moving to a community setting, please still apply or get in touch as we are happy to support you into achieving your SPDN qualification.