Job Title: Community Nurse – Barnstaple, Devon
Location: Barnstaple, Devon
Pay Rates:
* Weekday: £27 per hour
* Nights & Saturdays: £32.85 per hour
* Sundays & Bank Holidays: £40.82 per hour
Contract Type: Full-time, flexible shifts available
Role Overview: We are seeking a skilled Community Nurse to join our dedicated healthcare team in Barnstaple. The successful candidate will deliver high-quality care in patients’ homes, supporting those with chronic illnesses, disabilities, or recovering post-hospital discharge.
Key Responsibilities:
* Provide comprehensive nursing care to patients in their own homes or community settings.
* Administer medications, wound care, and health monitoring services.
* Coordinate care plans with other healthcare professionals.
* Educate patients and their families on managing health conditions.
* Support hospital discharge processes and reduce hospital readmissions.
Requirements:
* Active NMC registration.
* Proven experience in community or district nursing.
* Strong organizational and time-management skills.
* Ability to work independently and make sound clinical decisions.
* Flexibility to travel within the assigned area.
Desirable Skills:
* Advanced clinical assessment skills.
* Experience working with patients who have long-term health conditions.
* Knowledge of palliative and end-of-life care.
How to Apply: If...