Fixed-term community nursing post in the Launceston and Tamar Valley team, running for 12 months. The role involves assessing, planning and delivering care for patients with varied health needs in their homes and community settings, working alongside GPs, therapists and social care staff. Shifts run seven days a week from 08:00 to 22:00 across several patterns, and the post needs regular travel, so access to suitable transport for work is essential. Applicants need current NMC registration as an adult nurse.
What the job involves
- Assess, plan, implement and evaluate care for patients, carers and families
- Undertake holistic assessments and develop personalised care plans
- Provide health education and support to promote independence and self-management
- Deliver evidence‑based nursing care in patients' homes and community settings
- Work autonomously within your scope of practice
- Collaborate with GPs, therapists, social care teams and other partners
- Act as a mentor for student nurses on university placements
- Work across locality teams when service needs require it
- Travel between patient homes, clinics and community settings
Qualifications
- Registered Nurse (Adult)
- Mentoring qualification, or willingness to work towards it and attend mentorship updates
Registration & licences
- Current NMC professional registration
Experience
- Evidence of recent relevant professional development
Skills & knowledge
- Skilled, evidence‑based nursing care across a wide range of patients
- Ability to deal with patients and carers who are under stress
- IT skills including Word, Excel, email, internet and recording systems
- Awareness of and adherence to lone worker and manual handling policies
- Current knowledge of developments in nursing and healthcare
Checks & eligibility
- Access to suitable transport for work‑related travel
Nice to have
- Post‑registration diploma, or working towards a degree
What’s offered
- Comprehensive induction programme
- Ongoing clinical supervision
- Opportunities to broaden experience by working across locality teams
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Contact Details:
The Methodist Church in Britain Recruitment Team
