Are you a nurse seeking a supportive team environment and opportunities to develop new skills?
This is an exciting time to join the community nursing service in West Herts. We are developing new community pathways to support more care in people's homes, with a range of learning and development opportunities available through the CLCH Academy.
Hear from our staff about their experiences:
Mande, a community nurse team lead for the Dacorum team, has worked in the community for 10 years. She shares: "Working in the community is extremely rewarding. I have progressed from a band 5 to a band 7 lead within the Dacorum locality. No two days are the same, and there are many opportunities to learn new skills. CLCH values its staff and invests in their growth, reflected in our academy. Working in patients' homes is a privilege, and our team is supportive and welcoming. I encourage you to apply to join us."
We are looking for a nurse interested in developing skills in community care. We support newly qualified nurses, return-to-practice nurses, and those transitioning from other settings like acute care. You should be flexible, well-organized, and possess excellent communication skills.
Our base is at the Forum on Marlowes near Hemel Hempstead High Street. Contact us to arrange an informal visit and meet the team.
We care about your well-being as much as our patients'.
Our benefits include:
1. A comprehensive induction into community services and local role orientation
2. Car lease scheme (available for Band 5 and above)
3. Flexible working options
4. Annual travel card loan
5. Training, support, and career development
For more details on our benefits and working with us, visit: https://www.clch.nhs.uk/job/pay-and-benefits
Role responsibilities include providing skilled nursing care based on best practices and clinical evidence, such as chronic disease management, end-of-life care, continence promotion, and wound management. Specific skills required are phlebotomy, medication administration via syringe drivers and IV therapy, PEG management, urinary catheterization, and tracheostomy suctioning.
As a Named Nurse, under supervision, you will be responsible for holistic health assessments, care planning, evaluation, and ensuring continuity of care following referrals from various healthcare settings. You will undertake comprehensive physical, psychological, and social assessments, including carers' needs, and develop person-centered care plans to promote self-care and prevent hospital admissions.
Please refer to the job description, person specification, and trust values for detailed skills, knowledge, and experience requirements.
This vacancy closes on Wednesday, 28 May 2025.
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