Opportunity to work in a dynamic and diverse environment, serving a wide population in a coastal area.
Development of a comprehensive skill set, enabling autonomous practice and professional growth.
Engagement in holistic assessment and personalized care, enhancing patient quality of life in their own homes.
Collaboration with multidisciplinary professionals, promoting seamless health and social care integration.
Access to excellent training and professional development opportunities, including research prospects.
Flexible working patterns that support work-life balance, with options for part-time, full-time, and flexible hours.
The Sussex Community NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a motivated and enthusiastic Community Staff Nurse to join their established team in Horsham. The role involves providing high-quality, holistic nursing care to a diverse patient population in their homes, with a focus on individualised treatment, self-care promotion, and collaboration with multidisciplinary professionals. The successful candidate will have opportunities for professional development, training, and skill enhancement, while engaging in service provision and adapting care practices to improve patient outcomes.
In addition to a supportive work environment with flexible working patterns, the Trust offers a variety of benefits, including access to workplace nurseries and staff networks that promote inclusion and well-being. Located in picturesque Sussex, the role aims to integrate health and social care services effectively while reducing avoidable hospital admissions and maintaining patient care within the community. Interested candidates are encouraged to reach out for informal visits to learn more about the position and the team.
In addition to a supportive work environment with flexible working patterns, the Trust offers a variety of benefits, including access to workplace nurseries and staff networks that promote inclusion and well-being. Located in picturesque Sussex, the role aims to integrate health and social care services effectively while reducing avoidable hospital admissions and maintaining patient care within the community. Interested candidates are encouraged to reach out for informal visits to learn more about the position and the team.
We are looking for a dynamic, enthusiastic and motivated individual to join our workforce in a busy and well established community team.
Horsham PCN provides nursing services to an extensive area and has the privilege of working with a diverse population in a coastal town and the surrounding villages. Our community nurses benefit from having continual opportunities to develop an excellent skillset and become autonomous practitioners whilst working as part of a team delivering high quality, holistic care to patients in their own homes.
Primary Care Networks (PCNs) are an innovative service development involving community nursing. The ambition is to integrate multidisciplinary professionals so health and social care can be delivered seamlessly to those who need it. Due to this, community nursing offers a dynamic nursing environment which enables nurses to become confident, skilled practitioners.
Our Trust vision is to provide excellent care at the heart of the community, helping people plan, manage, adapt to changes in their health, supporting avoidable hospital admissions and reducing hospital stay times.
We have opportunities for everyone across our wide variety of services including medical, clinical, support and corporate services.
Why work for us?
Informal visits to meet the team are welcome.
Please contact Francesca Sandilands Team Lead
Horsham PCN provides nursing services to an extensive area and has the privilege of working with a diverse population in a coastal town and the surrounding villages. Our community nurses benefit from having continual opportunities to develop an excellent skillset and become autonomous practitioners whilst working as part of a team delivering high quality, holistic care to patients in their own homes.
Primary Care Networks (PCNs) are an innovative service development involving community nursing. The ambition is to integrate multidisciplinary professionals so health and social care can be delivered seamlessly to those who need it. Due to this, community nursing offers a dynamic nursing environment which enables nurses to become confident, skilled practitioners.
- Holistic assessment and care planning for patients in their own homes..
- Individualised treatment and the promotion of self-care. c) Admission avoidance and enabling patients to remain at home where possible
- Cross service collaboration and referral to appropriate member of the multidisciplinary team.
- Development of extensive nursing skills with excellent training opportunities
- Professional development as required to maintain area of practice, as
- An awareness of health, safety and security risks
- Engagement in service provision and change.
- Acts as a practice supervisor for staff and students.
Our Trust vision is to provide excellent care at the heart of the community, helping people plan, manage, adapt to changes in their health, supporting avoidable hospital admissions and reducing hospital stay times.
We have opportunities for everyone across our wide variety of services including medical, clinical, support and corporate services.
Why work for us?
- Positive 2023 NHS Staff Survey results, scoring highly in compassionate culture & leadership, and staff wellbeing support
- Variety of working environments across the community, in patients' homes, within our community hospitals and bases across the county
- Supportive flexible working patterns such as: part time, flexi time, annualised hours, and flexi retirement options
- Excellent training and development opportunities
- Research opportunities
- Cost-effective workplace nurseries in Crawley, Hove and Brighton
- Thriving BAME, Disability and Wellbeing, LGBT+ and Religion and Belief staff networks
- Level 3 accredited Disability Confident Leader, committed to creating inclusive workplaces
- Veteran Aware Trust, achieving accreditation from Veterans Covenant Healthcare Alliance (VCHA)
- Located in stunning Sussex, with easy access to the South Downs and the coast
- Access to a wide range of benefits and discounts for NHS staff
Informal visits to meet the team are welcome.
Please contact Francesca Sandilands Team Lead
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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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