Community Staff NurseinSouthallinSouthallPUBLISHED FRI 13 SEP 2024
An exciting opportunity to join a wonderful, dynamic and patient focused team providing high quality services to the local community.
Whether it be supporting a team member with new skills or attending to a patient and advising their family, your role as a Community Nurse provides you with the opportunity to deliver a high standard of care to patients in their homes alongside developing your leadership skills supporting your team.
Could you be our Community Nurse looking for a new challenge? As a Registered Nurse you will contribute to leading a community nursing team within a multi professional environment. The role requires travel around the local community. You will need to have a full drivers licence and access to a car. The service covers 8am - 8pm working 7 days per week. The shift patterns are 8am – 4pm and 12pm – 8pm fulltime including weekend working
Our high secure services care for patients from South of England and we provide low and medium secure services across eight London boroughs. The Trust also provides mental and physical healthcare in three London boroughs (Ealing, Hounslow and Hammersmith & Fulham). We employ 4,500 staff, of whom 56% are BME. Our turnover for 2023-24 is £426m.
The Trust is rated as ‘Good’ overall by the Care Quality Commission. Forensic services are rated as ‘Outstanding’.
The Trust is an established partner and contributor in the development of the evolving North West London Integrated Care System and the Integrated Care Board. The Trust leads the NW London Children and Adolescent Mental Health provider collaborative.
For further details / informal visits contact: Name: Karuna Shrestha Job title: District Nurse Team Manager Email address:
Whether it be supporting a team member with new skills or attending to a patient and advising their family, your role as a Community Nurse provides you with the opportunity to deliver a high standard of care to patients in their homes alongside developing your leadership skills supporting your team.
Could you be our Community Nurse looking for a new challenge? As a Registered Nurse you will contribute to leading a community nursing team within a multi professional environment. The role requires travel around the local community. You will need to have a full drivers licence and access to a car. The service covers 8am - 8pm working 7 days per week. The shift patterns are 8am – 4pm and 12pm – 8pm fulltime including weekend working
- To Practice as active member of the community nursing team, working within the Integrated Community Services (ICS)
- To participate in a case management approach to care for an identified number of patients working closely with GPs, the ICS and other Statutory and Voluntary agencies.
- To provide advice, information and education to patients and carers with the aim of enabling patients to enjoy maximum independence, health and wellbeing.
- To creatively manage the holistic and clinical needs of patients with acute, sub-acute and long-term conditions.
- To enable patients living long term physical health challenges to live well within their communities, with a focus on not only their physical health needs but also their wider holistic needs, e.g. mental health, learning disabilities, psychological needs, social needs and spiritual needs
Our high secure services care for patients from South of England and we provide low and medium secure services across eight London boroughs. The Trust also provides mental and physical healthcare in three London boroughs (Ealing, Hounslow and Hammersmith & Fulham). We employ 4,500 staff, of whom 56% are BME. Our turnover for 2023-24 is £426m.
The Trust is rated as ‘Good’ overall by the Care Quality Commission. Forensic services are rated as ‘Outstanding’.
The Trust is an established partner and contributor in the development of the evolving North West London Integrated Care System and the Integrated Care Board. The Trust leads the NW London Children and Adolescent Mental Health provider collaborative.
For further details / informal visits contact: Name: Karuna Shrestha Job title: District Nurse Team Manager Email address:
An exciting opportunity to join a wonderful, dynamic and patient focused team providing high quality services to the local community.
Whether it be supporting a team member with new skills or attending to a patient and advising their family, your role as a Community Nurse provides you with the opportunity to deliver a high standard of care to patients in their homes alongside developing your leadership skills supporting your team.
Could you be our Community Nurse looking for a new challenge? As a Registered Nurse you will contribute to leading a community nursing team within a multi professional environment. The role requires travel around the local community. You will need to have a full drivers licence and access to a car. The service covers 8am - 8pm working 7 days per week. The shift patterns are 8am – 4pm and 12pm – 8pm fulltime including weekend working
Our high secure services care for patients from South of England and we provide low and medium secure services across eight London boroughs. The Trust also provides mental and physical healthcare in three London boroughs (Ealing, Hounslow and Hammersmith & Fulham). We employ 4,500 staff, of whom 56% are BME. Our turnover for 2023-24 is £426m.
The Trust is rated as ‘Good’ overall by the Care Quality Commission. Forensic services are rated as ‘Outstanding’.
The Trust is an established partner and contributor in the development of the evolving North West London Integrated Care System and the Integrated Care Board. The Trust leads the NW London Children and Adolescent Mental Health provider collaborative.
For further details / informal visits contact: Name: Karuna Shrestha Job title: District Nurse Team Manager Email address:
Whether it be supporting a team member with new skills or attending to a patient and advising their family, your role as a Community Nurse provides you with the opportunity to deliver a high standard of care to patients in their homes alongside developing your leadership skills supporting your team.
Could you be our Community Nurse looking for a new challenge? As a Registered Nurse you will contribute to leading a community nursing team within a multi professional environment. The role requires travel around the local community. You will need to have a full drivers licence and access to a car. The service covers 8am - 8pm working 7 days per week. The shift patterns are 8am – 4pm and 12pm – 8pm fulltime including weekend working
- To Practice as active member of the community nursing team, working within the Integrated Community Services (ICS)
- To participate in a case management approach to care for an identified number of patients working closely with GPs, the ICS and other Statutory and Voluntary agencies.
- To provide advice, information and education to patients and carers with the aim of enabling patients to enjoy maximum independence, health and wellbeing.
- To creatively manage the holistic and clinical needs of patients with acute, sub-acute and long-term conditions.
- To enable patients living long term physical health challenges to live well within their communities, with a focus on not only their physical health needs but also their wider holistic needs, e.g. mental health, learning disabilities, psychological needs, social needs and spiritual needs
Our high secure services care for patients from South of England and we provide low and medium secure services across eight London boroughs. The Trust also provides mental and physical healthcare in three London boroughs (Ealing, Hounslow and Hammersmith & Fulham). We employ 4,500 staff, of whom 56% are BME. Our turnover for 2023-24 is £426m.
The Trust is rated as ‘Good’ overall by the Care Quality Commission. Forensic services are rated as ‘Outstanding’.
The Trust is an established partner and contributor in the development of the evolving North West London Integrated Care System and the Integrated Care Board. The Trust leads the NW London Children and Adolescent Mental Health provider collaborative.
For further details / informal visits contact: Name: Karuna Shrestha Job title: District Nurse Team Manager Email address:
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To work as a Community Staff Nurse in the UK, you will need a combination of clinical skills, interpersonal skills, and knowledge. Here are the key skills and qualifications often required:
Clinical Skills
1. Nursing Knowledge: A sound understanding of nursing principles and practices, particularly in community health.
2. Assessment Skills: Ability to assess patients' physical and mental health needs effectively.
3. Medication Management: Knowledge of pharmacology and the ability to administer medications safely.
4. Wound Care: Proficiency in managing and dressing wounds appropriately.
5. Chronic Disease Management: Skills for managing conditions such as diabetes, heart disease, and respiratory problems.
6. Health Promotion: Ability to educate and promote healthy lifestyle choices to patients.
7. IV Therapy: Competency in administering intravenous treatments, if applicable.
8. Palliative Care: Understanding of end-of-life care and support for patients and families.
Interpersonal Skills
1. Communication Skills: Effective verbal and written communication with patients, families, and healthcare teams.
2. Empathy and Compassion: Strong interpersonal skills to support patients emotionally and psychologically.
3. Teamwork: Ability to work collaboratively with other healthcare professionals, including doctors, social workers, and specialists.
4. Cultural Competence: Understanding and respecting diverse backgrounds and beliefs of patients.
5. Conflict Resolution: Skills to manage and resolve conflicts or difficult situations.
Organizational Skills
1. Time Management: Ability to prioritize tasks and manage a demanding workload efficiently.
2. Patient Record Keeping: Proficiency in maintaining accurate and confidential patient records.
3. Case Management: Skills in coordinating different aspects of patient care and liaising with multiple services.
Technical Skills
1. IT Proficiency: Familiarity with electronic health records and other healthcare technologies.
2. Data Analysis: Ability to interpret and analyze patient data to inform care decisions.
Education and Qualifications
1. Registered Nurse Status: You must be a registered nurse with the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) in the UK.
2. Specialized Training: Additional training in community nursing, wound care, palliative care, or other relevant areas can be beneficial.
3. Experience: Previous clinical experience in a healthcare setting, particularly in community or primary care, is often preferred.
Personal Qualities
1. Resilience: Ability to cope with the emotional demands of nursing and community work.
2. Flexibility: Willingness to adapt to different working environments and roles.
3. Problem-Solving Skills: Ability to think critically and make decisions in complex situations.
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