Job summary This role is located in a British Overseas Territory, therefore UK legislation such as the Data Protection Act (2018) and the Equality Act (2010), or similar, may not apply. Are you looking for a new adventure with an excellent work life balance in a safe, unique, beautiful and community focused setting? Do you want to work in a friendly and supportive team which provides excellent care for community members and service users in our new extra care facility Tussac House? Then this is the job for you. Tussac House, supports older adults to live independently in their own apartments while providing 24-hour care and assistance, who have a variety of care needs through to and including end of life care. As well as supporting Tussac House, the Community Nursing Sister will be responsible for the day-to-day clinical care for members of the community in Stanley. This will include daily tasks such as wound care, medication, and assessment management. If you are an enthusiastic National Medical Council (NMC) Community Support Registered Nurse with experience of working in the NHS & looking for a new challenge, to work as part of multi-disciplinary team and provide professional, skilled and effective person-centred care to service users in our community then we would like to hear from you. In return we offer: A competitive salary package, an outstanding work life balance, 6 weeks paid annual leave, plus 11 days Public Holidays and a flight and relocation package. Main duties of the job This position requires an experienced Community Support Registered Nurse, on a two to four year contract, to play a crucial role in the organisation, management, and oversight of the Community Support Team.This position requires a blend of clinical, operational and supervisory skills, ensuring the delivery of high-quality, evidence-based care to service users while fostering a supportive and collaborative working environment. As a Community Support Registered Nurse, you are accountable for the care you deliver. The ideal candidate will foster a culture of continuous improvement within the Community Support Team, ensuring that all team members are empowered to deliver exceptional care. They will contribute to a person-centred approach, enhancing the community's overall health and well-being while ensuring compliance with established policies and standards. Visit service users primarily in their homes or another place of residence, ensuring their ongoing care and support. The successful candidates will be expected to participate in an On call rota/working pattern. The post will also involve regularly working unsocial hours as required. Where required and in times of crisis management Community Nursing Sisters may be required to work at the main Hospital. About us The Health and Social Services Directorate, Falkland Islands provides emergency, primary, secondary and community healthcare as well as social services assistance, support, and advice. Most health services are based at the King Edward VII Memorial Hospital (KEMH) which is the Islands only hospital and is based in the capital Stanley. We serve the local community of about 3,700 residents, short-term residents and visitors. The Falkland Islands are an unique natural environment located in the South Atlantic, 8,000 miles south of the UK mainland, which is a British overseas territory with a full internal self-government. The Islands boasts unspoilt beaches, outstanding wildlife, and stunning landscapes with a good work/life balance. Stanley is a friendly and busy city with a wide range of amenities and a variety of clubs and associations. The hospital environment is one in which clinical staff have the time, resources, and support to provide the highest standards of care and to develop their careers. In addition to being supported to practise with a broad scope, clinical staff are encouraged and assisted to develop particular areas of clinical expertise. Date posted 25 February 2025 Pay scheme Other Salary Depending on experience £28k - £32k or £35k - £40k per annum (gross) Contract Fixed term Duration 4 years Working pattern Full-time Reference number G0005-200-25-304288 Job locations Tussac House Ross Road East Stanley Falkland Islands AA1 1AA Job description Job responsibilities Day to day clinical accountabilities Act as part of a multi-agency team focusing on promoting a comprehensive care approach, planning care management and safeguarding service users needs. Collaborative efforts should emphasise integration, communication and a person-centred mind-set. Ensure that the needs of service users are assessed, and care is planned and delivered in accordance with their individual needs. This includes continuously monitoring and evaluating the effectiveness of care, adjusting as needed to maintain the high standards required. Assess, implement, evaluate, and monitor care for a defined caseload, prioritising referrals and coordinating complex care packages as required. Communicate effectively with service users, family members, Carers and other stakeholders regarding care assessments and provision. Undertake all duties, tasks and responsibilities in line with the UKs Nursing and Midwifery Council standards and competencies and continuously demonstrate the necessary expertise to act as a role model for other staff. Support and educate non registered staff, ancillary staff and patients in promoting independence and rehabilitation in timely manner using the case management model of working. Day to day operational accountabilities. Assess the shift workload and allocate staff accordingly, liaising on a day-to-day basis with other nursing areas on overall staffing needs and effectively manage the teams duty rosters, adjusting as necessary to meet service users needs. Comply with all locally agreed policies, procedures, and standards in the workplace and ensure all confidentiality requirements are adhered to. Work in different areas of the community support team and cover staff absences as needed and work over the geographical area of Stanley, including the extra care facility Tussac House as required. Maintain accurate written and electronic records. Support the effective managing of resources within the Community Support Team in delivering required care. Actively engage with KEMH colleagues and other stakeholders to ensure that the Community Support Team works in an integrated approach in delivering and developing services to meet the needs of the local population. Health, Safety and Wellbeing Prevent unsafe/unacceptable nursing and care practices by identifying and then taking/proposing appropriate proactive action. Ensure that the agreed safety procedures are carried out to maintain a safe environment for employees and visitors. Report all clinical and non-clinical accidents, incidents or near-misses promptly and when requested to co-operate with any investigations undertaken. Maintain an up to date knowledge of, and adhere to, all relevant Safeguarding Policies and procedures and the process for raising concerns. Ensure that Clinical governance standards are met at all times. Learning and Development Participate in the development of the nursing care provision in the Community Support Team, including promoting educational standards and research strategies to maintain and improve the quality and range of nursing care. Provide ancillary staff within the community support team with leadership and support to identify and resolve issues in a timely manner, and teach and coach new and/or less experienced nursing staff as necessary. Lead and actively participate in staff appraisals by helping staff identify strengths and development opportunities and acting as mentor/assessor/preceptor and role model. Promote an atmosphere conducive to learning. The job description is not an exclusive or exhaustive definition of your duties. Job description Job responsibilities Day to day clinical accountabilities Act as part of a multi-agency team focusing on promoting a comprehensive care approach, planning care management and safeguarding service users needs. Collaborative efforts should emphasise integration, communication and a person-centred mind-set. Ensure that the needs of service users are assessed, and care is planned and delivered in accordance with their individual needs. This includes continuously monitoring and evaluating the effectiveness of care, adjusting as needed to maintain the high standards required. Assess, implement, evaluate, and monitor care for a defined caseload, prioritising referrals and coordinating complex care packages as required. Communicate effectively with service users, family members, Carers and other stakeholders regarding care assessments and provision. Undertake all duties, tasks and responsibilities in line with the UKs Nursing and Midwifery Council standards and competencies and continuously demonstrate the necessary expertise to act as a role model for other staff. Support and educate non registered staff, ancillary staff and patients in promoting independence and rehabilitation in timely manner using the case management model of working. Day to day operational accountabilities. Assess the shift workload and allocate staff accordingly, liaising on a day-to-day basis with other nursing areas on overall staffing needs and effectively manage the teams duty rosters, adjusting as necessary to meet service users needs. Comply with all locally agreed policies, procedures, and standards in the workplace and ensure all confidentiality requirements are adhered to. Work in different areas of the community support team and cover staff absences as needed and work over the geographical area of Stanley, including the extra care facility Tussac House as required. Maintain accurate written and electronic records. Support the effective managing of resources within the Community Support Team in delivering required care. Actively engage with KEMH colleagues and other stakeholders to ensure that the Community Support Team works in an integrated approach in delivering and developing services to meet the needs of the local population. Health, Safety and Wellbeing Prevent unsafe/unacceptable nursing and care practices by identifying and then taking/proposing appropriate proactive action. Ensure that the agreed safety procedures are carried out to maintain a safe environment for employees and visitors. Report all clinical and non-clinical accidents, incidents or near-misses promptly and when requested to co-operate with any investigations undertaken. Maintain an up to date knowledge of, and adhere to, all relevant Safeguarding Policies and procedures and the process for raising concerns. Ensure that Clinical governance standards are met at all times. Learning and Development Participate in the development of the nursing care provision in the Community Support Team, including promoting educational standards and research strategies to maintain and improve the quality and range of nursing care. Provide ancillary staff within the community support team with leadership and support to identify and resolve issues in a timely manner, and teach and coach new and/or less experienced nursing staff as necessary. Lead and actively participate in staff appraisals by helping staff identify strengths and development opportunities and acting as mentor/assessor/preceptor and role model. Promote an atmosphere conducive to learning. The job description is not an exclusive or exhaustive definition of your duties. Person Specification Qualifications Essential Degree or equivalent work experience allowing registration as an Adult Nurse. UK Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) Registration (or equivalent determined as acceptable by FIG). Evidence of continuing professional development enabling re-validation. A valid, full clean manual driving licence Desirable Counselling or other relevant training/Certification. Experience Essential 2 years post qualification experience in a relevant Health or Community Care setting. Excellent communication skills including the ability to write and speak English fluently. Excellent interpersonal and observational skills. Good organisational, time management and prioritisation skills; able to effectively organise own and others workloads and work to movable deadlines. Able to respond to changing needs of service users and prioritise workload effectively. Possess sound knowledge base of medication and effects on conditions. Ability to deal sensitively with distressing, emotional situations. Effectively works towards aiding the service user and work colleagues in achieving their optimum performance. Sound clinical decision-making capabilities ability to demonstrate critical thinking and good problem solving skills. Able to use computers competently, including electronic patient record systems and Microsoft software packages such as Outlook, Word, Excel etc. Able to strictly adhere to confidentiality, safeguarding, and other relevant KEMH and FIG policy and procedural requirements. Able to work effectively as part of a team, independently and on occasions as a team leader. Understanding of reflective practice and its application. Demonstrate interest in and ability to support, coach and mentor others. Desirable Experience of working and living in a remote/rural area. Experience of working with adults who are living with a dementia, learning difficulty or neurodivergence. Person Specification Qualifications Essential Degree or equivalent work experience allowing registration as an Adult Nurse. UK Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) Registration (or equivalent determined as acceptable by FIG). Evidence of continuing professional development enabling re-validation. A valid, full clean manual driving licence Desirable Counselling or other relevant training/Certification. Experience Essential 2 years post qualification experience in a relevant Health or Community Care setting. Excellent communication skills including the ability to write and speak English fluently. Excellent interpersonal and observational skills. Good organisational, time management and prioritisation skills; able to effectively organise own and others workloads and work to movable deadlines. Able to respond to changing needs of service users and prioritise workload effectively. Possess sound knowledge base of medication and effects on conditions. Ability to deal sensitively with distressing, emotional situations. Effectively works towards aiding the service user and work colleagues in achieving their optimum performance. Sound clinical decision-making capabilities ability to demonstrate critical thinking and good problem solving skills. Able to use computers competently, including electronic patient record systems and Microsoft software packages such as Outlook, Word, Excel etc. Able to strictly adhere to confidentiality, safeguarding, and other relevant KEMH and FIG policy and procedural requirements. Able to work effectively as part of a team, independently and on occasions as a team leader. Understanding of reflective practice and its application. Demonstrate interest in and ability to support, coach and mentor others. Desirable Experience of working and living in a remote/rural area. Experience of working with adults who are living with a dementia, learning difficulty or neurodivergence. Employer details Employer name Falkland Islands Government Address Tussac House Ross Road East Stanley Falkland Islands AA1 1AA Employer's website https://www.falklands.gov.fk/index.php (Opens in a new tab)