Job Description

For more information on the and Responsibilities please click the link below. More detail about the role We are looking for passionate, dynamic and inspired nurses to join us. For more information please read the and Person Specification to meet the needs of this role. Our Community Nursing teams are based in Exeter to the South and West of the city.



You will be based in a team of Community Nurses who a specific geographical area but at times will need to support patients across the whole city of Exeter. It is therefore vital you are an adaptive and flexible worker throughout the day. You are expected to work occasional weekends as we provide a 7-day service but this during the core business hours of the day. You will start the day with the support of the daily virtual hub (including all the nursing teams in your cluster) to plan an effective and safe list of patient visits for the day.



Then you meet later with your nursing team at patient safety handover to support each other through any concerns or advice for patient treatments or conditions as a team. Both of which are integral to our day to ensure staff work safely and within their own skill set and expertise. The rest of your working day you could be lone working or supervising Unregistered or Student Nurses through their clinical skills, patient risk assessments and documentation. Newly appointed staff will be provided with a comprehensive induction into Community Nursing and will work alongside other nursing staff to ensure they are supported into the post robustly.



Staff are supported with supervision both in team meetings or a one to one basis. This is also integral to our work and considered a priority to support staff at work both to develop professionally but also to support your health and wellbeing and provide a safe environment to discuss professional matters. If you work with us there are plenty of opportunities for training and acquiring qualifications. This can either be modular based academic work, clinically focused and related to the role, leadership qualifications or the Specialist Nurse Practitioner Qualification at Master's level over two years.



This qualification is a great development opportunity, is registered with the NMC and includes studying for the Independent Supplementary Prescriber qualification. The work Community Nurses do is hugely varied so your portfolio of clinical skills can grow in complex and advanced nursing competence. Our core work includes Palliative care, supporting people at home with complex and long-term conditions, administering medications, advanced tissue viability and vascular access. We work closely with the wider community MDT to promote admission avoidance and empowering patients to stay at home to receive their nursing care.



We work very closely with our GP, Hospice, Physio and Occupational Therapy, Social Work, Voluntary and Urgent Care Services. Community Nursing prides itself on providing a great work life balance with business hours working, in a friendly and supportive environment. Your wellbeing and development are important to us. We can offer learning and development opportunities and flexible working to meet your personal and development needs.

Key responsibilities of Community Nurses are:

To assess, provide and review nursing care, advice and information to patients and carers within the home environment or appropriate care setting in line with key knowledge and skills Aim to wherever possible maintain patients in their own preferred place of care, enabling them to maximise their independence and optimise their quality of life. To work under the direction of the Specialist Nurse (Community) and the Nurse Team Manager (Community) using skills and knowledge as a competent Registered Nurse. To be expected to hold a designated caseload and deputise in the absence of the Specialist Nurse. Continue your professional development through additional training and education Support Unregistered team members and Student Nurses through there development by sharing clinical and leadership knowledge and skills You must be a car driver and have use of a car.



A mileage allowance is as per Agenda for Change. Currently, in all bases there is free parking however, this may be open to change. Newly qualified staff are welcome to apply or students of nursing expecting to complete their study this year. Nurse Associates will be considered but would be paid as per Agenda for Change for Band 4 salary.



This group of staff would be excluded from the Specialist Nurse Practitioners opportunities but professional development will be encouraged. Our Nursing teams are locally based at the following location across our cluster; St Thomas- Osprey House, Sowton Pinhoe- Osprey House, Sowton Topsham- Glasshouse GP practice, Topsham Ide and Exminster- Westbank Healthy Living Community Centre, Exminster Community Nursing Centre- Exeter Community Hospital, Whipton Working Pattern: 37.5 and 30 hours per week. Hours worked across a seven-day working week to include weekends. Business hours.

Interview Date:

To be confirmed. For further information please contact: Libby Vincent, Community Nurse Manger. elizabeth.vincent1@nhs.net As an inclusive employer, the Royal Devon values diversity and is committed to creating a culture of inclusivity where everyone can be themselves and reach their full potential. We believe in fostering a sense of belonging and actively encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, cultures, and abilities.



We recognise the advantages of having a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve. Preference will be given to staff with Priority and 'At Risk' status including NHS At Risk staff throughout Devon. The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust reserves the right to close vacancy when sufficient applications have been received. The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust was established in April 2022, bringing together the expertise of both the Royal Devon and Exeter NHS Foundation Trust and Northern Devon Healthcare NHS Trust.



Benefits We will work together to maintain a culture that develops and supports you and your team. This might include funding for a care certificate, a degree or leadership qualifications. Or it might include days off to study, engage in CPD or rotational placements to help you hone your skills. Wherever you are heading in the NHS, we'll help you get there.



Looking after you is important to us. We strive to help our staff create a healthy work-life balance through flexible working schemes and our family friendly policies. If you're starting out in the NHS, you'll start with 27 days paid annual leave (plus bank holidays), rising to 33 days plus bank holidays. You'll benefit from access to our own comprehensive occupational health services, including counselling, onsite wellbeing activities and groups.



Salary is not the only financial benefit You'll have access to an extensive range of staff discounts on shopping, fitness and leisure options and you can spread the cost of technology and home appliance purchases from major retailers. You will also have access to other benefits including: National discount services such as the Blue Light Card and Health Service Discounts. Salary sacrifice options including our OFSTED rated outstanding nursery onsite at Exeter Car lease schemes. The NHS Pension scheme (one of the most generous and comprehensive in the UK).



Cycle to work scheme These are just a few of the benefits available if the role is something you are interested in, we'd love to hear from you.