Urgent Community Response & Virtual Ward (UCR) Nurse/Paramedic

Berkshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust; Thatcham; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An NHS Trust in the UK is seeking a Registered Nurse or Paramedic for its West Berkshire Urgent Community Response Team. The role involves assessing patients in their homes, developing management plans, and collaborating within a multidisciplinary team. A nurturing and inclusive working environment is promised along with numerous benefits, including flexible working options and generous leave. Candidates must possess strong clinical skills and good communication abilities.

Benefits

Flexible working options

27 days annual leave

NHS pension scheme

Learning and career development opportunities

Cycle to Work scheme

Wellbeing tools and services

Retail and dining discounts

Diversity and inclusion support

Generous leave options

Free parking

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse or Paramedic qualification required.
• Ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team.
• Skills in assessing complex physical and mental health needs.

Responsibilities

• Assess patients with complex needs.
• Conduct new patient assessments promptly.
• Develop individualized treatment plans.
• Maintain accurate patient records.
• Prescribe and manage patient equipment as required.

Skills

Advanced clinical examination skills

Good communication

Teamwork

Report writing

Job description

Interview will be held on 3rd Sept 2025

Are you looking for an exciting new role in a high performing and supportive team? Perhaps you are ready for your next challenge? We have a fantastic opportunity for a Registered Nurse or Paramedic to join our West Berkshire Urgent Community Response and Virtual Ward Team.

The post holder will be a key member of our multidisciplinary teams including a Consultant Geriatrician, Advanced Nurse Practitioners, Registered General Nurses, Paramedic Practitioner, and Healthcare Assistants to provide an urgent community response service to patients experiencing a health crisis. The aim is to support and provide virtual ongoing management to them in their own homes (including care homes) rather than hospital admission.

You will be a team player, working collaboratively with staff from all disciplines while maintaining high professional standards. Good communication, effective processes, and procedures must be upheld across the service.

The post involves working 37.5 hours per week, 7 days a week, between 8 am – 8 pm, including weekends.

The role is based at Hillcroft House, Thatcham, with staff parking available on-site.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Comprehensively assess patients with complex physical, mental, social care needs using advanced clinical examination skills, detailed history taking, biometric monitoring, and evaluation skills.
2. Undertake new patient assessments and reassessments promptly, reporting back to senior staff for further discussion or assessment.
3. Analyze signs, symptoms, laboratory tests, and other measures to formulate diagnoses.
4. Develop individualized treatment and management plans based on evidence-based practices, proactively monitor patients, and review care plans.
5. Prescribe and install equipment in line with Millbrook-Berkshire Community Equipment Stores competencies, demonstrating correct use to patients if required.
6. Maintain accurate, up-to-date, and comprehensive records and adhere to reporting procedures.

Berkshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust is rated ‘outstanding’ by the CQC. We are committed to providing excellent care and fostering an inclusive, supportive environment where staff can thrive.

Our Values:

• Caring for and about you is our top priority
• Committed to providing good quality, safe services
• Working together with you to develop innovative solutions

Benefits include:

• Flexible working options
• 27 days’ annual leave, increasing with service, with options to buy and sell
• Generous NHS pension scheme
• Opportunities for learning and career development
• Cycle to Work and electric vehicle leasing schemes
• Access to wellbeing tools and services
• Discounts at retail and dining outlets
• Staff networks supporting diversity and inclusion
• Generous maternity, paternity, adoption, and special leave
• Free parking at Trust sites

For further details or informal visits, contact:

Name: Tracia Cudjoe
Job Title: West Berkshire UCR & Service Lead
Email: [e-mail]
Telephone: [phone]