Community Staff Nurse

• Carry out holistic assessments and develop individualised care plans for patients with a range of health needs
• Deliver evidence-based nursing care, including a variety of clinical interventions within your scope of practice
• Work closely with patients, carers and health professionals to ensure coordinated care and positive outcomes
• Maintain accurate clinical records and contribute to safe, effective service delivery
• Support service improvement, learning and the development of students and junior colleagues

What we're looking for: - Registered Nurse qualification and current professional registration

• Experience working in a healthcare setting and as part of a team
• Strong communication, assessment and clinical decision-making skills
• A caring, flexible approach and commitment to ongoing learning and development
• A full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle for work purposes

We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and experiences and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone is treated with fairness, respect and value.

Please refer to the job description and person specification attached to this job for more information.

At CHCP, we're passionate about people, we recognise that high quality care is delivered by high quality professionals who are appreciated, respected, and supported, which is why we want to give all our colleagues the chance to shine.

Work with us and you'll be more than just a number. Our people are our shareholders, and their thoughts and opinions are always heard;at CHCP you have a real voice.

Compassion is at the heart of our business; our colleagues work together to deliver first class healthcareto thousands of people. Local diversity demands diverse roles, that's why we have vacancies to suit everybody. No matter your role at CHCP, we'll support you to thrive.

CHCP CIC employees have access to an excellent range of benefits; for further information, please click on the 'CHCP Perks and Rewards' link.

Essential: - Degree in Nursing Studies / First level Registered Nurse or working towards final assessment to achieve first level registration

Desirable: - Post-registration qualifications; - Mentorship qualification

Essential: - Demonstrate an understanding of the role of a community nurse; - Knowledge of legislation impacting on service delivery; - Knowledge of the modernisation agenda; - Demonstrate an understanding of evidence based practice; - Knowledge of local initiatives; - Demonstrate an understanding of the MDT; - Basic IT skills; - Knowledge and skills in the assessment process

Desirable: - Able to mentor students; - Evidence of professional development; - Have a working knowledge and understanding of First Visit Criteria

Essential: - Basic health and safety awareness; - Experience of working within a healthcare setting; - Experience of working with families and carers; - Experience of working in a team; - Experience of working with computerised recording systems

Desirable: - Experience of multi-agency working; - Experience of working within a community setting; - To have recently worked within a nursing capacity; - To be able to provide education to patients, carers, staff and other health care professionals