Position Summary
We are looking for a temporary Band 5 registered nurse to join our forward thinking, Gold Award winning Community Team in Nantwich and Rural. The role requires 30 hours per week (4 × 7.5 hour shifts) covering a 7-day service.
Travel is essential; you must hold a full UK driving licence and have access to a car.
Key Responsibilities
* Assess and manage nursing care needs and implement and evaluate care programmes.
* Deliver high-quality holistic care within the community setting and wound care clinics.
* Support peers, team leader and the organisation in promoting Trust values and behaviours.
* Work independently, plan, organise and manage time effectively, and be flexible to work in other areas if required.
* Maintain accurate recording of patient contacts on EMIS Web and Trust documentation.
* Participate in health education and self-care promotion for patients and the community.
* Ensure equipment and aids meet patient needs, are maintained and demonstrate safe use.
* Provide skilled nursing care and clinical tasks such as wound care, leg ulcer assessment/management, medication via syringe pump, IV lines, venipuncture, catheter care.
* Assist in end-of-life care, adhere to EOL tools, act as clinical expert.
* Collaborate with healthcare professionals and agencies for service delivery.
* Maintain clinical competence and participate in appraisal and clinical supervision.
* Participate in quality monitoring and reporting of incidents/accidents.
Qualifications and Requirements
* Registered nurse, Band 5 (temporary).
* Good knowledge of recent NHS changes and current political drivers for community care.
* Good clinical skill set, modern IT software knowledge.
* Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel.
* Strong interpersonal and communication skills, adaptable, reliable and approachable.
* Good time-management, organisational, innovative and flexible.
Benefits
* Structured induction package.
* Allocated mentor during induction and probation.
* Supportive team and Gold Award accreditation for leadership and culture.
Closing Date
This advert closes on Thursday 7 May 2026.
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