Job Description

Job Summary

We are looking for an experienced Home Visiting Nurse to come and join our highly skilled, friendly clinical team.

Working under the supervision of the Practices Community Nurse Practitioner (CNP) alongside 3 other Community Nurse Practitioners. Strictly in accordance with specific practice guidelines and protocols, the post holder will assist the practice clinical team in the provision and delivery of prescribed programmes of patient care mainly for house bound patients and specifically linked to long term conditions monitoring and management.

The post holder, who acting within their professional boundaries, will provide care specifically but not limited to the practices elderly population and those assessed as being at high risk of emergency admissions to hospital. They will work collaboratively with the multi-disciplinary general practice team under the supervision of the Practices Community Nurse Practitioner (CNP) to support the needs of practice patients.

Unfortunately we cannot offer Visa Sponsorship for this role

No recruitment agencies please

Responsibilities

Home visits specifically to patients with Long Term Conditions

Act as the co-ordinating person between the patient and the CNP/ GP for this cohort.

Act as liaison with secondary care when patient's are admitted and on planning discharge.

Act as the appropriate person that patients and carers contact in the practice to discuss changes in the care plan or deterioration in condition.

Educate patients and carers about the important indicators of any deterioration in their chronic conditions so that appropriate action can be planned and taken before they reach the point of needing hospital admission. Utilising community services like intermediate care, social services, voluntary sector etc when required

Ad hoc attendance at daily clinical meeting and monthly multidisciplinary meeting.

Long Term Conditions management / annual reviews. When necessary supporting CNP's to refer onto Bristol Community Health district nursing/long term conditions team.

Residential home visit e.g. Quarry House, The Elms and Worthies, Frenchay Park

Please refer to NHS Jobs - A0380-25-0009 for full job description

Qualifications

Valid nursing qualification with relevant registration ( NMC registration). Proven experience in patient care, preferably in a home healthcare setting. Strong knowledge of anatomy and physiology to effectively assess patient conditions. Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to build rapport with patients. Ability to work independently while managing time effectively in a fast-paced environment. Compassionate nature with a strong commitment to providing high-quality care. Flexibility to adapt to changing patient needs and schedules. If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of others through nursing care, we encourage you to apply for this rewarding opportunity as a Home Visiting Nurse. Must be able to drive and have access to own vehicle
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Benefits:

Cycle to work scheme Health & wellbeing programme Store discount
Schedule:

Monday to Friday
Experience:

Nursing: 3 years (preferred)
Licence/Certification:

NMC Registration (required)
Work authorisation:

United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 24/08/2025
Reference ID: Home Visiting Nurse