Job summary
Various hours available
To work as part of the Planned District Nursing Teams, contributing to the care of housebound patients within their own homes. Undertaking delegated clinical duties, whilst working under the supervision of the senior nurse on duty. To provide basic wound care, administer medication and general holistic care to patients, ensuring their individual needs are met.
Main duties of the job
* To provide clinical care to patients in their own homes as delegated by the senior community nurse within your own scope of practice.
* To assist with prescribed medication administration to enable patients with long term conditions stay well at home.
* Participate in the handover process to escalate any potential problems that may have occurred during patient visits
About us
The Rotherham NHS Foundation Trust (TRFT) is a combined acute and community Trust serving our local population of around 270,000 people. Our vision is to always act the right way and be proud to provide exceptional healthcare to the communities of Rotherham
As a Trust we are on a journey to excellence and our people and culture are at the heart of everything we do for patients. In the latest NHS Staff Survey, we are the second most improved Trust in England for would you recommend the Trust as a place to work?, and were one of the most improved for staff engagement overall
But don't just take our word for it each year hundreds of colleagues receive nominations for our Excellence and Proud awards, showcasing our brilliant people and recognising their achievements. Our people make a difference to the lives of patients every day and we are proud of the improvements we are making
All of our colleagues are key to our journey, and we are continuing to improve our services by upholding the Trusts values of Ambitious, Caring and Together. If you are passionate about making a difference, then please apply to join us on our journey to excellence
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Details
Date posted
24 February 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 3
Salary
£24,937 to £26,598 a year Per annum, pro rata
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time, Part-time, Flexible working
Reference number
C
Job locations
Woodside Building
Moorgate Road
Rotherham
S60 2TY
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see the attached Job Description and Person Specification for full details of the role and responsibilities.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see the attached Job Description and Person Specification for full details of the role and responsibilities.
Person Specification
Have you been referred to apply under the Widening Participation Agenda?
Essential
* If so, please provide the name of the organisation that referred you to enable us to validate and track your application
Qualifications
Essential
* NVQ level III or willingness to undertake
Desirable
* To have completed OSCEs or willingness to undertake OSCEs for various clinical skills
* Experience of working in a health care environment
Skills and abilities
Essential
* Due to the nature of the role it is essential that applicants are able to travel independently between TRFT sites and for patient visits in the Rotherham area and have access to a suitable vehicle for business purposes. If necessary, adjustments can be considered in accordance with the Equality Act 2010.
Knowledge
Essential
* Demonstrate a clear understanding of community nursing, primary and social care
* Demonstrates an awareness of policies, practices and procedures e.g. NHS national policies, standards, requirements and directions that relate to measuring and improving the quality and safety of patient care
* Understanding of community and multi disciplinary working and inter-professional relationships
Desirable
* Knowledge of recent developments in Health and Social Care
Experience
Essential
* Experience of providing care in the community
* Experience of following individualised care plans for patients
* Experience of working in a multi -disciplinary team
* Demonstrates personal and professional maturity
* Demonstrates responsibility and an awareness of service user needs
Person Specification
Have you been referred to apply under the Widening Participation Agenda?
Essential
* If so, please provide the name of the organisation that referred you to enable us to validate and track your application
Qualifications
Essential
* NVQ level III or willingness to undertake
Desirable
* To have completed OSCEs or willingness to undertake OSCEs for various clinical skills
* Experience of working in a health care environment
Skills and abilities
Essential
* Due to the nature of the role it is essential that applicants are able to travel independently between TRFT sites and for patient visits in the Rotherham area and have access to a suitable vehicle for business purposes. If necessary, adjustments can be considered in accordance with the Equality Act 2010.
Knowledge
Essential
* Demonstrate a clear understanding of community nursing, primary and social care
* Demonstrates an awareness of policies, practices and procedures e.g. NHS national policies, standards, requirements and directions that relate to measuring and improving the quality and safety of patient care
* Understanding of community and multi disciplinary working and inter-professional relationships
Desirable
* Knowledge of recent developments in Health and Social Care
Experience
Essential
* Experience of providing care in the community
* Experience of following individualised care plans for patients
* Experience of working in a multi -disciplinary team
* Demonstrates personal and professional maturity
* Demonstrates responsibility and an awareness of service user needs
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Employer details
Employer name
The Rotherham NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Woodside Building
Moorgate Road
Rotherham
S60 2TY
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Employer details
Employer name
The Rotherham NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Woodside Building
Moorgate Road
Rotherham
S60 2TY
Employer's website
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