Community Nurse (District Nursing)

Nhsscotland; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 40,000 - GBP 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A large healthcare provider in the United Kingdom is seeking a Community Staff Nurse responsible for managing a caseload in partnership with the District Nurse. This role requires the candidate to deliver high-quality nursing services and support team leadership. Candidates must have a minimum of 2 years post-registration experience and demonstrate excellent communication and leadership skills. This position offers both full-time and part-time options within a supportive work environment, along with comprehensive employee benefits.

Benefits

Employee Assistance Programme

Cycle to Work Scheme

Bursary Scheme

NHS discounts on goods and services

Qualifications

• Essential: Registered nurse with 2 years minimum post-registration experience.
• Continuing professional development evidence required.
• Good communication skills and ability to work independently.

Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload of community patients and lead a nursing team.
• Conduct assessments, planning, and implementation of care plans.
• Ensure compliance with local and national care standards.

Skills

Communication skills

Leadership skills

Problem-solving skills

Ability to work independently

Teamwork

IT skills

Primary care/community experience

Education

1st Level Registration or 2nd Level Registration

Minimum of 2 years post-registration experience

Job description

Overview

North West Area Centre

NHSGGC is one of the largest healthcare systems in the United Kingdom, employing approximately 40,000 staff across a wide range of clinical and non-clinical professions and roles. We deliver acute hospital, primary, community and mental health services to a population of over 1.15 million people, and to a wider population of 2.2 million when regional and national services are included.

The role

The role of community staff nurse is responsible for the support and management of a caseload of community patients, working in partnership with the District Nurse to assist in leading and managing a team of qualified nursing staff and health support workers. You will function as an independent autonomous practitioner with in-depth knowledge, expertise, proficiency and experience to provide a high quality nursing service. You will be responsible and accountable for the ongoing management of patients to ensure the assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of programmes of care. These will be developed in partnership with patients, family, carers and significant others, and will be evidence-based taking into consideration the lifestyle, race, gender and cultural background, and factors which impact on physical, mental or emotional health.

This post requires membership of Disclosure Scotland's PVG

Duration, Location and Working Pattern

• There are full-time and part-time positions available
• The shift pattern for this post will be Monday to Sunday, may include public holidays and out of office hours
• Based in the North West District Nursing Service
• Please note the salary is pro rata for part time hours

Key responsibilities

• The post holder is responsible and accountable for assessing, planning and implementation of programmes of care as directed by district nursing sister/charge nurse. These will be developed in partnership with patients, family, carers and significant others, and will be evidence-based taking into consideration the lifestyle, race, gender and cultural background, and factors which impact on physical, mental or emotional health.
• The post holder may be required to assume the responsibility of the caseload holder during short periods of sickness, absence and annual leave, seeking support as required from other senior members of the district nursing team.
• The post holder will be familiar with and ensure implementation of local, regional and national policies, procedures and guidelines pertinent to their area in the pursuit of the highest standard of care.
• The post holder is responsible for ensuring that they practice within the Legal & Ethical framework as established by the Nursing & Midwifery Council (NMC) and National Legislation to ensure the patient’s interests and wellbeing are met.
• Maintain accurate up-to-date clinical records and care plans in accordance with NMC standards for records and record keeping, ensuring compliance with the Data Protection Act and the Freedom of Information Act.
• As a member of the district nursing team the post holder will be able to support patients, families and carers in order to achieve optimum health and independence.
• Plan and prioritise workload as required, delegate work using available resources and make decisions to ensure that patients’ needs are being met.

Knowledge, training, qualifications and/or experience required to do the job

Essential

• 1st Level Registration or 2nd Level Registration
• Minimum of 2 years post-registration experience
• Evidence of continuing professional development
• IT skills—word processing, email, internet
• Good communication skills (both verbal and written)
• Ability to work on own initiative
• Leadership skills
• Problem-solving skills
• Ability to work as part of a team
• Previous experience in primary care/community setting

Desirable

• Full Driving Licence

What we offer

We offer a wide range of supportive policies designed to enhance your employee journey, including a comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme, Cycle to Work Scheme, bursary scheme and extensive learning and development opportunities.

As an NHS Scotland employee, you will be entitled to:

• A minimum of 27 days annual leave, increasing with length of service, plus public holidays
• Membership of the NHS Pension Scheme, including life insurance benefits
• Development opportunities including study bursaries, e-learning and classroom-based courses
• Enhanced pay for working public holidays
• NHS discounts on a wide range of goods and services
• Confidential employee support and assistance, including counselling and psychological therapies

Interested?

If you would like to find out more, we would love to hear from you.

For an informal discussion, please contact: Karen Stewart, Interim Service Manager, on 07977193963 or email [e-mail]

Details on how to contact the Recruitment Service and the Recruitment Process: Information for candidates

This post may close early to the volume of response. Please submit your application form as soon as possible. Due to the volume of applications that we receive, we will not be able to provide shortlisting feedback.

From 1 April 2026, the Agenda for Change full-time working week will reduce from 37 hours to 36 hours. Part-time working hours will be reduced on a pro-rata basis. A corresponding increase in the hourly rate will apply, ensuring that overall pay remains unchanged.

NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde (NHSGGC) recognises the importance of work-life balance and is committed to offering a range of flexible working options where service needs allow. For roles where less than full-time hours can be accommodated, and where the tenure is listed as various, we encourage applications from individuals seeking flexible working arrangements. Flexible working will be included as a topic for discussion during the recruitment process.

NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde encourages applications from all sections of the community. We are committed to promoting equality, diversity and inclusion and are proud of the diverse workforce we employ.

By signing the Armed Forces Covenant, NHSGGC has pledged its commitment to being a Forces Friendly Employer. We welcome applications from across the Armed Forces Community and recognise military skills, experience and qualifications throughout the recruitment and selection process.

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