Job summary
The post holder will work autonomously and in collaboration with other health care professionals, statutory and voluntary agencies, and the locality teams to deliver excellent standards of patients care for patients requiring support.
Main duties of the job
To provide skilled nursing care working under the supervision of the unplanned care advanced nurses and paramedics.
The post holder will undertake unplanned care community nursing duties which involve delivery of nursing services and holistic assessments of patients' health needs using a person-centred approach.
Work shift patterns including weekends and bank holidays. The service operates through pre-rostered shift patterns spanning 8am - 10pm 7 days per week.
The post holder will provide quality and seamless nursing care to housebound patients and be proactive in coordinating their care needs as appropriate, whilst avoiding unnecessary admission to hospital or long-term care institutions. In addition, the post holder will be involved in facilitating self-care for patients with long term conditions, health promotion and innovative activities and projects that enhance patient service delivery.
About us
We are proud to be one of the largest community healthcare providers in the country, with more than 4,500 colleagues caring for over four million people across London and Hertfordshire. Every day, our teams bring their skill, compassion, and determination to the people who depend on us.
What inspires us is at the heart of who we are: when we work together, we can help people move forward in ways that truly matter. Our teams support children as they take their first steps in life, and they stand beside adults as they rebuild strength, confidence, and independence. From newborn health visiting to community nursing, stroke rehabilitation, and palliative care, we are there for people through some of life's most important moments.
Joining Central London Community Healthcare means becoming part of a community that lifts each other up. It means working in an organisation that values compassion, welcomes new ideas, and believes in the potential of every colleague. Your development matters here. Your wellbeing matters. Your voice helps shape the future of the care we provide.
We offer a competitive employment package because the work you do matters. At Central London Community Healthcare, you will join an inclusive organisation that invests in its people, supports development, and helps you thrive while delivering high-quality care.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Successful applicants will be required to demonstrate alignment with the Trusts values - Accountability, Inclusion, Compassion, and Empowerment, alongside fulfilling the duties detailed in the attached Job Description and Person Specification.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Successful applicants will be required to demonstrate alignment with the Trusts values - Accountability, Inclusion, Compassion, and Empowerment, alongside fulfilling the duties detailed in the attached Job Description and Person Specification.
Person Specification
Education/Qualification
Essential
- Registered Nurse (RN)
- NMC Registration
Desirable
- Evidence of other post registration education and training
Experience
Essential
- Recent clinical nursing experience negotiating and liaising within a multidisciplinary team
- Working with people with complex health needs.
- Experience of undertaking general clinical assessment, utilising evidence based care.
- Understanding the recognition of a deteriorating patient.
- Previous experience in the nursing process and fluent in record keeping.
- Experience of providing holistic care that involves the MDT.
Desirable
- Experience of training other students
- Supporting students and other learners
- Participate in auding, research and service development.
- Post registration experience in the community environment.
Skills and Knowledge
Essential
- Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing
- Ability to risk assess a situation and act appropriately
- Basic IT skills including use of Microsoft Office package and email.
- Knowledge of out of hospital care and the role of community unplanned care nursing.
- Ability to listen effectively and ability to give constructive feedback to patients and colleagues.
- Knowledge and evidence of catheterisation skills
- Knowledge and evidence of phlebotomy.
- Hold a full, valid, UK driving licence and have access to a car to use for business purposes (unless you have a disability as defined by the Equality Act 2010)
Person Specification
Education/Qualification
Essential
- Registered Nurse (RN)
- NMC Registration
Desirable
- Evidence of other post registration education and training
Experience
Essential
- Recent clinical nursing experience negotiating and liaising within a multidisciplinary team
- Working with people with complex health needs.
- Experience of undertaking general clinical assessment, utilising evidence based care.
- Understanding the recognition of a deteriorating patient.
- Previous experience in the nursing process and fluent in record keeping.
- Experience of providing holistic care that involves the MDT.
Desirable
- Experience of training other students
- Supporting students and other learners
- Participate in auding, research and service development.
- Post registration experience in the community environment.
Skills and Knowledge
Essential
- Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing
- Ability to risk assess a situation and act appropriately
- Basic IT skills including use of Microsoft Office package and email.
- Knowledge of out of hospital care and the role of community unplanned care nursing.
- Ability to listen effectively and ability to give constructive feedback to patients and colleagues.
- Knowledge and evidence of catheterisation skills
- Knowledge and evidence of phlebotomy.
- Hold a full, valid, UK driving licence and have access to a car to use for business purposes (unless you have a disability as defined by the Equality Act 2010)
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.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
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.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
