FAQs
What is the main location for the Community Staff Nurse position?
The main location for the Community Staff Nurse position is based at Sleaford.
Is the Community Staff Nurse role full-time or part-time?
The Community Staff Nurse role can be offered on either a full-time or part-time basis.
What type of patients will I be caring for as a Community Staff Nurse?
As a Community Staff Nurse, you will be delivering care to patients in their own homes and care homes.
Will I be working independently or as part of a team?
You will be required to work autonomously as well as part of a team.
What kind of training will I receive for this role?
You will receive an induction programme that includes teaching sessions in key areas of practice such as Holistic Assessment and Care Planning, Palliative Care Awareness, Wound Care, and Medication Administration.
How does the role support person-centred care?
Community nursing allows you to develop therapeutic relationships with patients in their own homes, embodying the person-centred care approach and placing patients at the centre of care delivery.
What types of interventions will I be expected to perform?
Examples of interventions include wound management, continence care, palliative care, medication administration, and long-term condition management.
Will I communicate with other healthcare professionals in this role?
Yes, you will work closely with the Multi-Disciplinary Team (MDT), which includes Social Workers, GPs, and Allied Health Professionals.
Is there an emphasis on diversity and inclusion within LCHS?
Yes, LCHS is committed to equality of opportunity and encourages applications from candidates who may be underrepresented in their workforce.
Are there flexible working opportunities available?
Yes, LCHS recognizes the need for flexibility and offers various arrangements such as part-time working, compressed hours, job shares, and hybrid working models.
Is there a learning culture at LCHS?
Yes, LCHS promotes a learning culture that supports individuals in progressing in their careers through an 'earn while you learn' apprenticeship programme.
Who can I contact for more information about the role?
For further details or informal visits, you can contact Alison Ridley, CTL, at alison.ridley1@nhs.net or by phone at 07876080309.