The Rotherham NHS Foundation Trust

Community Nurse

The closing date is 22 March 2026

Job summary

We are looking for enthusiastic, dynamic, motivated registered Nurses to join the Rotherham Planned Community Nursing team. As a community Staff Nurse you will provide high quality patient- centred care, embodying the Trusts core values of ambitious, caring and together.

Main duties include, wound care, palliative care. IV drug administration, administration of injectable medication, diabetes management, pressure area care and a diverse range of other skills. You will support Patients to maintain independence and help avoid unnecessary hospital admissions. You will identify care needs, build strong therapeutic relationships with your Patients and work closely with other community services to provide the best possible health outcomes.

We have both full-time and part-time posts across 4 localities.

Due to the nature of the role it is essential that applicants are able to travel independently between TRFT sites and for patient visits in the Rotherham area and have access to a suitable vehicle for business purposes. If necessary, adjustments can be considered in accordance with the Equality Act 2010.

Main duties of the job

You will be expected to visit Patients in their own home, undertaking a wide range of clinical interventions including wound care, medicine administration, palliative care, pressure area care, IV drug administration, diabetes management.

About us

The Rotherham NHS Foundation Trust (TRFT) is a combined acute and community Trust serving our local population of around 270,000 people. Our vision is to always act the right way and be proud to provide exceptional healthcare to the communities of Rotherham

As a Trust we are on a journey to excellence and our people and culture are at the heart of everything we do for patients. In the latest NHS Staff Survey, we are the second most improved Trust in England for would you recommend the Trust as a place to work?, and were one of the most improved for staff engagement overall

But don't just take our word for it each year hundreds of colleagues receive nominations for our Excellence and Proud awards, showcasing our brilliant people and recognising their achievements. Our people make a difference to the lives of patients every day and we are proud of the improvements we are making

All of our colleagues are key to our journey, and we are continuing to improve our services by upholding the Trusts values of Ambitious, Caring and Together. If you are passionate about making a difference, then please apply to join us on our journey to excellence

Certificates of Sponsorship

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Date posted

12 March 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 5

Salary

£31,049 to £37,796 a year Per annum, Pro rata

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

12 months

Working pattern

Full-time, Part-time, Flexible working

Reference number

C9165-26-02-102

Job locations

The Rotherham Nhs Foundation Trust

Moorgate Road

Rotherham

South Yorkshire

S60 2UD

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see attached job description and person specification for the full details of the role and responsibilities.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see attached job description and person specification for the full details of the role and responsibilities.

Person Specification

Communication and relationships

Essential

Ability to convey sensitive information in an empathetic manner to patients, relative/carers and staff
Demonstrate effective written and verbal communication skills. Produce timely, accurate written/electronic records and documents

Qualifications

Essential

Registered General Nurse
Evidence of continuous professional development
Due to the nature of the role it is essential that applicants are able to travel independently between TRFT sites and for patient visits in the Rotherham area and have access to a suitable vehicle for business purposes. If necessary, adjustments can be considered in accordance with the Equality Act 2010

Knowledge

Essential

Demonstrate a clear understanding of community nursing, primary and social care

Desirable

Policies, practices and procedures e.g. NHS national policies, standards, requirements and directions that relate to measuring and improving quality and safety of patient care

Planning and organising

Essential

Demonstrates an ability to prioritise own workload and respond appropriately to urgent and emergency situations

Person Specification

Communication and relationships

Essential

Ability to convey sensitive information in an empathetic manner to patients, relative/carers and staff
Demonstrate effective written and verbal communication skills. Produce timely, accurate written/electronic records and documents

Qualifications

Essential

Registered General Nurse
Evidence of continuous professional development
Due to the nature of the role it is essential that applicants are able to travel independently between TRFT sites and for patient visits in the Rotherham area and have access to a suitable vehicle for business purposes. If necessary, adjustments can be considered in accordance with the Equality Act 2010

Knowledge

Essential

Demonstrate a clear understanding of community nursing, primary and social care

Desirable

Policies, practices and procedures e.g. NHS national policies, standards, requirements and directions that relate to measuring and improving quality and safety of patient care

Planning and organising

Essential

Demonstrates an ability to prioritise own workload and respond appropriately to urgent and emergency situations

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.