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    Full-time
    Entry, Junior & Mid Level
  • Healthcare

AI generated summary

  • You should have experience in palliative care, wound and catheter management, and possess a valid driving license with access to a car.
  • You will provide community nursing services, assess patients autonomously, collaborate with the multi-disciplinary team, utilize nursing skills, and commit to ongoing learning and development.

Requirements

  • - Experience in palliative care, wound management and catheter management will be an advantage.
  • - We would expect the applicant to be a car driver and have a driving licence.

Responsibilities

  • - Providing nursing services to patients in the community
  • - Working in an autonomous manner with the support of the wider multi-disciplinary team
  • - Using a wide range of nursing skills
  • - Confident in assessment skills and ability to provide safe, effective treatments
  • - Being fully involved in working with the MDT and integrating with ACS, hospice, and hospital staff
  • - Committed to ongoing learning and development in the team

FAQs

What is the job title for this position?

The job title is Community Nurse.

Where is this position located?

This position is located in the Bury Rural Integrated Health Team.

What level is this Community Nurse position?

This is a band 5 Community Nurse position.

What kind of team will I be working with?

You will be working with a dynamic, friendly team of community nurses and therapists.

What level of autonomy can I expect in this role?

You will have the chance to work in an autonomous manner with the support of the wider multi-disciplinary team.

What specific nursing skills are emphasized for this role?

The role emphasizes assessment skills, providing safe and effective treatments, palliative care, wound management, and catheter management.

Is driving required for this position?

Yes, the applicant is expected to be a car driver and have a driving licence.

What ongoing opportunities for learning and development does this position offer?

The position provides the opportunity to be fully involved with the multi-disciplinary team and participate in ongoing learning and development within the team.

What are the core values of the West Suffolk NHS Foundation Trust?

The core values include fairness, inclusivity, respect, safety, and teamwork.

How many staff members does the West Suffolk NHS Foundation Trust have?

The trust has nearly 5,000 staff members.

Can I contact someone for more information about this position?

Yes, you can contact Sian Sampson, the Health Manager for Bury Rural INT, at sian.sampson@wsh.nhs.uk or by telephone at 07971230117 for further details or informal visits.

We provide hospital and community services to people who live in west Suffolk.

Science & Healthcare
Industry
1001-5000
Employees
1991
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

West Suffolk NHS Foundation Trust provides a range of healthcare services across the West Suffolk region, including hospital and community care. Their ultimate mission is to deliver high-quality, compassionate care to improve the health and well-being of their patients. Their purpose is to offer accessible, effective healthcare while continuously enhancing services and patient experiences through dedication and innovation.