Community Nurse

NHS

  • King's Lynn, Norfolk
  • £31,049-37,796 per year
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 1 hour ago
The Kings Lynn Community Nursing team are excited to advertise this opportunity within our friendly and supportive team based at St James .The aim of our service is to provide evidence-based, outstanding nursing care to housebound patients in their usual place of residence. Our patient caseload includes people managing a variety of complex health conditions, and we aim to empower our patients to manage their health and prevent unnecessary hospital admissions.We are looking for a dynamic, forward-thinking registered nurse with communication, leadership, and organisational skills, which also includes supporting more junior members of staff with their own practice and development.We can offer in role training and development with a well-established team. The skill set for this role may not be part of your current portfolio, however we can offer support and leadership, and are keen to discuss the role with interested candidates.Main duties of the job
  • To contribute in the delivery of high standards of health care to patients within their own homes, care homes, the travelling community and in clinics, by assessing, planning, implementing and evaluating packages of care. To facilitate/support newly Qualified Nurses in their Preceptorship year.
About usApply now to join an organisation that has been awarded an 'Outstanding' rating by the Care Quality Commission (CQC), the highest possible rating and the first stand-alone NHS community trust in the country to be awarded the title.Find out more about working for our organisation here:https://heyzine.com/flip-book/2565ae62eb.htmlDetailsDate posted04 September 2025Pay schemeAgenda for changeBandBand 5Salary£31,049 to £37,796 a year per annumContractPermanentWorking patternFull-timeReference number839-7458935-ABJob locationsSt James ClinicExtons RoadKing's LynnPE30 5NUJob descriptionJob responsibilitiesTo assess, prescribe and deliver care packages for patients, for example with long term conditions, palliative care and rehabilitation needs, to achieve quality of life and independence where possible.To work within the integrated team to facilitate early discharge from hospitalTo work within the integrated team to prevent unnecessary admission to hospitalTo work with all health care professionals, and statutory/non statutory agencies to provide a seamless, integrated service to our service users.A full Job Description/Person Specification can be found in the attached document. Job descriptionJob responsibilitiesTo assess, prescribe and deliver care packages for patients, for example with long term conditions, palliative care and rehabilitation needs, to achieve quality of life and independence where possible.To work within the integrated team to facilitate early discharge from hospitalTo work within the integrated team to prevent unnecessary admission to hospitalTo work with all health care professionals, and statutory/non statutory agencies to provide a seamless, integrated service to our service users.A full Job Description/Person Specification can be found in the attached document.Person SpecificationPersonal Attributes / BehavioursEssential
  • Able to identify with the Trust's commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people/vulnerable adults.
CommunicationEssential
  • Tact & Diplomacy
  • Empathy & Sensitivity
  • Able to communicate effectively using the English language in both verbal and written forms
Skills, Abilities and KnowledgeEssential
  • Highly motivated
  • Able to provide high standards of care
  • Ability to use own initiative
  • Good observational & reporting skills
  • Ability to manage stressful situations
  • Concentrate when undertaking patient care & inputting data/patient records
  • Good interpersonal skills
  • A team player
  • Work flexibly to accommodate patient/service needs
  • Have basic IT/standard keyboard skills
  • Be able to kneel, bend and stoop, and work in cramped environments
  • Able to manoeuvre limbs of around 5-6 kg
  • Able to manoeuvre patients using handling aids
  • Good time management skills
Desirable
  • Knowledge of Palliative care
  • Knowledge of Long term conditions
  • Knowledge of Diabetes management
  • Be aware of Assistive Technology
ExperienceEssential
  • Experience of working within a community health / care setting
QualificationsEssential
  • Diploma or 1st level degree
  • RN Qualification
  • Current NMC registration
  • ENB 998/mentorship preparation or equivalent
  • For Preceptorship posts only: Mentorship qualification is essential for the post, but not essential at interview, however should be undertaken within the first year of employment
Desirable
  • Leg Ulcer Management
OtherEssential
  • Must hold a full and valid driving licence and have access to a vehicle
Personal and People DevelopmentEssential
  • Ability to manage stressful situations
  • A team player
  • Ability to use own initiative
  • Good interpersonal skills
Person SpecificationPersonal Attributes / BehavioursEssential
  • Able to identify with the Trust's commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people/vulnerable adults.
CommunicationEssential
  • Tact & Diplomacy
  • Empathy & Sensitivity
  • Able to communicate effectively using the English language in both verbal and written forms
Skills, Abilities and KnowledgeEssential
  • Highly motivated
  • Able to provide high standards of care
  • Ability to use own initiative
  • Good observational & reporting skills
  • Ability to manage stressful situations
  • Concentrate when undertaking patient care & inputting data/patient records
  • Good interpersonal skills
  • A team player
  • Work flexibly to accommodate patient/service needs
  • Have basic IT/standard keyboard skills
  • Be able to kneel, bend and stoop, and work in cramped environments
  • Able to manoeuvre limbs of around 5-6 kg
  • Able to manoeuvre patients using handling aids
  • Good time management skills
Desirable
  • Knowledge of Palliative care
  • Knowledge of Long term conditions
  • Knowledge of Diabetes management
  • Be aware of Assistive Technology
ExperienceEssential
  • Experience of working within a community health / care setting
QualificationsEssential
  • Diploma or 1st level degree
  • RN Qualification
  • Current NMC registration
  • ENB 998/mentorship preparation or equivalent
  • For Preceptorship posts only: Mentorship qualification is essential for the post, but not essential at interview, however should be undertaken within the first year of employment
Desirable
  • Leg Ulcer Management
OtherEssential
  • Must hold a full and valid driving licence and have access to a vehicle
Personal and People DevelopmentEssential
  • Ability to manage stressful situations
  • A team player
  • Ability to use own initiative
  • Good interpersonal skills

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