JOB-20240819-db742659

Band 5 Community Nurse

Sector: General Nursing
Location: Sussex, UK
Hourly Rate: £21.50 per hour
Contract Type: Ongoing
Working Pattern: Part Time / Full Time

Join the adventure as a Band 5 Community Nurse in Sussex!
Step into a rewarding role where compassion meets excellence. As a Band 5 Community Nurse, you’ll play a vital role in delivering exceptional nursing care across community settings — supporting patients to live healthier, more independent lives at home. Offering flexibility with part-time or full-time options and a competitive hourly rate of £21.50, this opportunity allows you to build your career while enjoying the stunning surroundings of Sussex.

Perks and Benefits:

• Flexible Working: Choose from part-time or full-time hours to suit your lifestyle.

• Competitive Pay: Earn £21.50 per hour, combining professional fulfilment with financial stability.

• Professional Growth: Access ongoing training and development programmes to enhance your clinical expertise.

• Dynamic Work Environment: Join a supportive and passionate team committed to community-based patient care.

• Variety and Experience: Work across diverse community settings, enriching your skills and broadening your clinical exposure.

Job Purpose:

To provide high-quality, evidence-based nursing care to patients within their homes and community settings. As a core member of the multidisciplinary team, you’ll focus on promoting independence, wellbeing, and preventing unnecessary hospital admissions — ensuring continuity and excellence in care across Sussex.

What You Will Do:

• Conduct holistic nursing assessments and create personalised care plans.

• Deliver a wide range of nursing interventions, including wound management, medication administration, palliative care, and long-term condition management.

• Monitor patient progress and escalate clinical concerns appropriately.

• Support seamless hospital discharges and ensure effective communication between healthcare teams.

• Promote health education and empower patients to manage their conditions independently.

• Maintain accurate clinical documentation in accordance with NMC and Trust guidelines.

• Adhere to infection prevention and control standards to deliver safe, high-quality care.

Qualifications and Experience:

Essential:

• Registered Nurse (Adult) with current NMC registration.

• Valid UK driving licence and access to a vehicle for community visits.

• Experience in community or acute healthcare settings.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

• Ability to work both autonomously and within a multidisciplinary team.

Desirable:

• Post-registration experience in community nursing.

• Expertise in wound care, long-term conditions, or palliative care.

• Mentorship or preceptorship qualification.

Why Sussex?

Sussex is the ideal destination for those seeking a fulfilling career balanced with quality of life. From picturesque countryside to vibrant coastal towns, it’s a region full of beauty, culture, and opportunity. Whether you’re drawn to seaside strolls, historic landmarks, or lively local events, Sussex offers an inspiring backdrop for your nursing career.

Working with Sanctuary Personnel:

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