Job Description

The Community Nursing Service in Cornwall is offering a fantastic opportunity for a motivated and enthusiastic Community Health Care Assistant to join our team.



The successful candidate must demonstrate a passion for delivering nursing care to patients in their own homes, including those who are approaching end-of-life. The role will involve carrying out planned nursing care which may include wound care, venepuncture, catheter care, pressure area care and delivering personal care to end-of-life patients.



We believe in integrated ways of working to achieve the best possible patient outcomes. Previous care experience is essential. The Trust is committed to personal learning and development within community nursing.



Due to the nature of the role, it is essential you are able to travel independently on a daily basis to and from the base, patient's homes and other venues around the geographical area, which may not be accessible by public transport.



This job is currently only open to people who already work for the NHS in Cornwall or the Isles of Scilly. We are committed to supporting our dedicated staff, so only current employees of the following organisations can apply:



Cornwall Foundation Trust

Royal Cornwall Hospitals NHS Trust

Cornwall and Isles of Scilly Integrated Care Board



If you do not currently work for one of these NHS organisations, your application will not be considered at this time.



To carry out assigned tasks while regularly working without direct supervision involving direct care to patients and carers to support the registered nurse.



To work as a member of the community nursing team within a given geographical area.



This opportunity is working with the Toressa Community nursing team covering the East PCN. The service covers from 8am to 10pm, with staff working 7.5-hour shifts.

Please note:

If you need sponsorship, please check the requirements for a Certificate of Sponsorship on the gov.uk website to see if you're eligible before applying.



We're an NHS community and mental health provider Trust based in Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly. We deliver community and hospital-based care to improve people's physical and mental health. We also provide specialist support to people with dementia or a learning disability.



We are a people organisation and people matter to us. As part of the team, you'll help support the health and wellbeing of the people who live and visit this beautiful part of the UK.

Over 4,000 people make up the Trust. This includes doctors, nurses, therapists, plus admin and support staff.



We work in people's homes, in community clinics and bases. Some staff work from one of our 13 community hospitals. Our aspiration is to have great people, provide great care, be a great place to work and a great partner.



Approximately 568,000 people live here. A third of people who live in Cornwall are supported by acute hospital services in Devon. As a result, we also work closely with our partners in Devon. In the summer, and during other holidays lots of people choose to visit the area. This increases the numbers of people who use our services.



To view a detailed job description and person specification including the main responsibilities of this role please see 'supporting documents'.