Job overview
Are you interested in joining a Trust committed to your development?
Would you like to be part of an organisation that really values your well-being?
Do you want to treat people rather than conditions?
Here at KCHFT, we are constantly working to improve the lives of our staff and our patients. We care for you so you can care for your patients.
Our “We Care” strategy means that our ambitions are to put our communities first, deliver a better patient experience, and importantly, be a great place to work for all of our workforce.
These aren’t just empty words either. At our “Outstanding” rated trust, more than half of our workforce work flexibly, including compressed hours and term-time only. More than 70% of our workforce feel we take positive action on health and wellbeing, and we aim to improve this. We are proud to say that we consistently score above the national average in our staff survey results, particularly for our focus on the well-being of our workforce.
And with the forward NHS vision being based on community care, there has never been a better time to join us.
Main duties of the job
We are looking for an enthusiastic and adaptable Community Nurse to join our caring and progressive team in Canterbury.
You will work as part of a close-knit team dedicated to the health and wellbeing of people in Canterbury. Canterbury is made up of a diverse patient group with complex needs.
As a Band 5 Community Nurse, you will work as part of a team to keep people safe and well at home. You will use your clinical judgment to support evidence-based care planning for people living at home, in care homes, or other settings, ensuring that service users have a good experience.
As a Trust committed to workforce development, we encourage applications from newly qualified nurses and will support your transition into community nursing. We offer various career pathways, more information can be found below.
"I have an amazing, rewarding job, and my aim is to continue providing skilled and compassionate care for my patients in their homes for as long as I am able." - Jenny, community nurse.
Additional Working Pattern: Full-time - 1 weekend in 3
Working for our organisation
Rated ‘outstanding’ by the CQC, we are passionate about delivering high standards of patient care and excellent services to improve community health. We seek outstanding individuals who share our values: compassionate, aspirational, responsive, and excellent.
We believe that diversity and inclusion lead to better patient care and a happier workforce. We welcome applications from people of varied backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences.
We collect data on protected characteristics through our application process to ensure equitable access to opportunities and to support our journey to being a Great Place to Work.
As a flexible working-friendly organisation, we support you to work in a way that suits both your needs and those of our patients. Discuss flexible arrangements with us.
See where you can go with KCHFT.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
Many roles require candidates to be able to drive. You will need to confirm you have a full UK driving license if driving is a role requirement. If you are unable to drive due to a disability, please contact our Recruitment Team for support.
The job description and person specification provide detailed information about this role. Please review the criteria carefully and demonstrate how you meet them in your application. If you need an application in an alternative format, contact us. Ensure all information provided is accurate and truthful.
If you have questions, the recruiting manager would be happy to hear from you. Contact details are in the job advert.
To increase your chances of being shortlisted, apply promptly as roles may close early if interest is high.
At KCHFT, we strongly encourage vaccination for colleagues in clinical and non-clinical roles with direct or social contact with patients, to ensure safety for all.
Find out more about the community difference here.
Good luck! We look forward to welcoming you to #teamKCHFT, #cometocommunity.
Person specification
Qualifications
* Registered Healthcare Professional with relevant Professional body (1st Level Nurse/NMC)
* Full UK Driving Licence
* Degree in a health-related subject or willingness to complete one within 3 years of appointment
Experience
* Experience in community or acute healthcare through education, placement, or employment
Knowledge
* Awareness of professional issues and NHS developments; knowledge of current clinical practice
Skills and abilities
* Strong communication and interpersonal skills (verbal and written)
Ability to manage
* Prioritize care delivery professionally, following Trust policies and procedures
* Support local and national health agendas under supervision
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