Job summary We are seeking motivated, dynamic, and passionate Band 5 Community Nurses to work within our North Bedfordshire Primary Home Care Team, based in Bedford, however, there is an expectation that staff will cover across the bases if needed. This is an excellent opportunity to develop your knowledge and skills within the community nursing setting. Main duties of the job You will have the opportunity to be involved in facilitating self-care for patients with long-term conditions, health promotion and innovative activities and projects that enhance patient service delivery and staff wellbeing. You will also have the opportunity to be involved in Urgent Response and Virtual Wards, which is a focus of our teams. About us Our mission is to make a positive difference to people's lives by improving the quality of life for all we serve. Our values are: We Care, We Respect, We are Inclusive - so we are looking for people who live and breathe these qualities when supporting service users and carers, and in their relationships with colleagues in the Trust and our partner organisations. Date posted 08 January 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 5 Salary £29,970 to £36,483 a year Per Annum pro rata Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time Reference number 363-CHB6872310 Job locations Twinwoods Whitchurch Ward Milton Rd, Clapham, Bedford MK41 6AT Job description Job responsibilities We offer excellent development opportunities and training directed towards your needs/goals. Experience in the field of adult community services is desirable but a willingness to learn and contribute is more important. Newly qualified nurses who are passionate about a career in the community are welcome to apply. You must have a driving license and have access to a vehicle in order to carry out your duties. You will be required to work a shift pattern covering 7 days a week from 08:00-21:00. Full and part time posts available. For further information, or if you would like to arrange a visit prior to interview, please contact: Melanie Harris, Team Leader: 07773 205181 or Terry McKenna, Team Leader: 07875 113804 Job description Job responsibilities We offer excellent development opportunities and training directed towards your needs/goals. Experience in the field of adult community services is desirable but a willingness to learn and contribute is more important. Newly qualified nurses who are passionate about a career in the community are welcome to apply. You must have a driving license and have access to a vehicle in order to carry out your duties. You will be required to work a shift pattern covering 7 days a week from 08:00-21:00. Full and part time posts available. For further information, or if you would like to arrange a visit prior to interview, please contact: Melanie Harris, Team Leader: 07773 205181 or Terry McKenna, Team Leader: 07875 113804 Person Specification Education/Qualification/Training Essential Registered General Nurse Demonstrate evidence-based practice and up-to-date clinical skills Desirable Evidence of post-basic professional development Post-registration qualification in a relevant clinical field Relevant teaching/mentorship qualification or commitment to undertake Post-registration nursing experience, including community experience Freedom to Act Essential Work within clearly defined clinical and professional policies Ability to work independently seeking appropriate support and advice as necessary Works within codes of practice and professional guidelines Experience Essential Evidence of and commitment to multi-professional working Understanding of the interface between primary and secondary care Comprehensive understanding of the roles of others in health and social care Knowledge and Skills Essential Evidence of knowledge of clinical governance Knowledge of the principles of Safeguarding of Vulnerable Adults and Children Knowledge of the principles of health promotion and prevention of illness Good oral communication skills based on fluency in English language Literate in IT/Computer Skills Desirable Demonstrate an understanding of national government initiatives in health care Pysical/mental and emotional effort Essential Ability to mobilise and stands for most of shift; and kneels and crouches to deliver clinical care e.g. dress wounds. Ability to concentrate on providing clinical care such as drug calculations, carrying out tests and managing interruptions and unpredictable patient/client /carer behavior Occasional distressing or emotional circumstances such as imparting unwelcome news, care of terminally ill or safeguarding issues Post holder could work in occasional unpleasant conditions during home visits and could come across unpleasant body odours, dust, noise/ Body fluid or even verbal aggressions Other Essential Current UK driving license and access to a car Ability to travel across sites and across Trust boundaries to meet patient needs and attend meetings, etc. Person Specification Education/Qualification/Training Essential Registered General Nurse Demonstrate evidence-based practice and up-to-date clinical skills Desirable Evidence of post-basic professional development Post-registration qualification in a relevant clinical field Relevant teaching/mentorship qualification or commitment to undertake Post-registration nursing experience, including community experience Freedom to Act Essential Work within clearly defined clinical and professional policies Ability to work independently seeking appropriate support and advice as necessary Works within codes of practice and professional guidelines Experience Essential Evidence of and commitment to multi-professional working Understanding of the interface between primary and secondary care Comprehensive understanding of the roles of others in health and social care Knowledge and Skills Essential Evidence of knowledge of clinical governance Knowledge of the principles of Safeguarding of Vulnerable Adults and Children Knowledge of the principles of health promotion and prevention of illness Good oral communication skills based on fluency in English language Literate in IT/Computer Skills Desirable Demonstrate an understanding of national government initiatives in health care Pysical/mental and emotional effort Essential Ability to mobilise and stands for most of shift; and kneels and crouches to deliver clinical care e.g. dress wounds. Ability to concentrate on providing clinical care such as drug calculations, carrying out tests and managing interruptions and unpredictable patient/client /carer behavior Occasional distressing or emotional circumstances such as imparting unwelcome news, care of terminally ill or safeguarding issues Post holder could work in occasional unpleasant conditions during home visits and could come across unpleasant body odours, dust, noise/ Body fluid or even verbal aggressions Other Essential Current UK driving license and access to a car Ability to travel across sites and across Trust boundaries to meet patient needs and attend meetings, etc. 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. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). Additional information 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. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). Employer details Employer name East London NHS Foundation Trust Address Twinwoods Whitchurch Ward Milton Rd, Clapham, Bedford MK41 6AT Employer's website https://www.elft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)