Community Nurse
The position is full-time, Monday to Friday, 9 am to 5 pm.
Role Overview: As a Community Nurse, you will be responsible for delivering high-quality nursing care to patients in their homes or community settings. This role will require you to work independently, providing both physical and emotional support to patients, and working closely with multi-disciplinary teams to ensure seamless care delivery.
Key Responsibilities:
Compression bandaging for patients with leg ulcers or other conditions requiring wound support.Wound care management, including dressing changes, pressure sore management, and infection control.
Doppler assessments for circulatory issues, evaluating blood flow to assist in diagnosis and treatment plans.
Holistic assessments, evaluating the patient's overall health, social needs, and care requirements.
Insulin administration, ensuring safe and accurate dosages for patients with diabetes.
Catheterisation female, male, and suprapubic: insertion, monitoring, and care of catheters.End of life care: managing symptoms, providing emotional support to patients and families, and using syringe drivers for medication management.
Effective symptom management, monitoring patient conditions, and adjusting care plans as needed.
Essential Requirements:
Previous experience in community nursingValid NMC registration
Proven skills in the areas listed above
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to work autonomously and as part of a wider team
Full UK driving licence as you may be required to travel between patient homes
Please also bear in mind our £250 referral fee bonus for any nurse you refer who we place in to work on a 3-month contract.We also offer a £250 sign up bonus for any new nurses that register with our agency. This will be paid in your first pay packet.The Benefits of Working with Service Care Solutions:
DBS disclosures provided via fast track online services free of charge3 weekly payroll runs
£250 training allowance
Excellent pay rates
Specialist mental health consultants offering single point of contact
Frequent notifications of upcoming opportunities via text and email
Ltd and PAYE payment options available
Nationwide provider of mental health staff to over 40 different NHS Trusts and over 200 local authorities
Please send your CV to andrew.wiles@servicecare.org.uk