Job summary
BANK - Community Nurse - Band 5
£32,720 - £39,769 Incl HCAS per annum pro rata
Flexible working - Ad hoc
Would you like to work for an organisation that is progressive, innovative and provides quality care for families in Bromley? To find out what its like to work for Bromley Healthcare please view our videos on YouTube, search for Bromley healthcare and you will get a flavour of Bromley healthcare.
We are currently looking forBank Community Staff Nursesto join our dynamic, friendly team who are patient focused and thrive on providing quality care.
Bromley Healthcare are currently recruiting for Bank Band 5 Community Nurses.The teams consist of District Nurses, Community Nurses, Nurse Associates, Apprentice Nurses, Healthcare Assistants and Phlebotomy. They are a busy & dynamic team who have patient care at the heart of all they do.Our work is crucial to the community as we aim to prevent unnecessary hospital admission for our patients.
Proposed interview date week commencing 19 May 2024
Main duties of the job
The Community Nurse role is a highly skilled role which involves skills such as Picc lines/IV's as these are skills that are very much key to being an excellent Community Nurse.
As a Community Nurse you will deal with a variety of patients in their own homes, the role will involve but is not limited to:
- Responsibility for contributing to the holistic assessment, planning, delivery and evaluation of patient care.
- Implementing, monitoring and maintaining our high standards of care.
- Re-assessing and re-evaluating programmes of care when needed.
- Supporting our in-house mentorship training scheme with placement students and staff.
- Being an active member of the team sharing best practice whenever possible.
This is a challenging but ultimately rewarding position where you will be supported both within your teams and by regular reflection & professional training.
Available shifts Monday - Sunday
8.15am - 4.15pm
10.45am - 6:45pm
Please note that all Community Nursing roles are designated essential car users therefore applicants should have a current driving licence and access to a vehicle to be considered for this position.
About us
Bromley Healthcare, as a community interest company, offers an extensive array of services ranging from community nursing, including district nursing and health visiting, to specialised nursing care, along with therapy services catering to individuals across various age groups.
Compensation is contingent upon NHS experience and current banding/pay point.
We provide an outstanding benefits package, which includes pension schemes, discounted gym memberships, a cycle-to-work scheme, access to home furnishings and electronics, access to Employee Assistance Program (EAP), discounts at various high street retailers, eligibility for the Blue Light Card, the opportunity to apply for low-interest personal loans, and an excellent lease car scheme. Additionally, we are continuously striving to enhance our employee benefits offerings.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To contribute to the clinical delivery of the service. This will include completing holistic patient assessments, designing and regularly reviewing care plans, delivering effective clinical care.
To assist with the daily coordination of the team to include daily handover, allocation of work and managing referrals and telephone messages.To develop good working relationships with Allied Health Professionals, specialist and other clinical services in Bromley Healthcare and contribute to the development of policies and procedure that cover related services.
To proactively monitor and manage a daily patient caseload making autonomous decisions about patient care and seeking support from colleagues as appropriate.
Person Specification
Qualifications & Training
Essential
- RN (Adult Branch)
- Current NMC Registration (or awaiting confirmation of qualification and registration at time of application)
- Preparation for mentorship/ENB 998/ equivalent or willing to undertake.
Desirable
Experience
Essential
- Experience of writing accurate records.
- Evidence of provision of high standards of clinical care.
- Valid Driving Licence and the use of a vehicle for work purposes and the ability to competently use a 'satnav'.
Desirable
- Teaching and assessing skills.
- Experience in administration of drugs or be willing to attend study days.
- Knowledge of standard setting/clinical audit.
- Community experience/ Community placement
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 .
Employer details
Employer name
Bromley Healthcare CIC
Address
Bromley (various)
Bromley Area
BR6 0JA