Job summary

Are you looking for a varied role where no two days are the same? Do you enjoy meeting interesting people from many walks of life on a daily basis? If so, then why not join us as a Community Staff Nurse, helping us deliver outstanding patient care in the Leeds community? In this role you will work in one of our 13 Neighbourhood Teams. The service operates from 7:00am - 10:00pm, covering a 7 day roster period which includes weekends and Bank Holidays.

The Neighbourhood Team provides care for patients requiring intervention and support in their own homes. Patient needs are varied and can range from insulins injections & medication prompts to end of life care. We are part of an integrated team which includes therapy and social care.

The role is autonomous and covers a large geographical area so having a car and a full licence is essential. You will be supported with a fully tailored induction programme and will have opportunity to develop during your employment with Leeds Community Healthcare NHS Trust.

This vacancy is open to Newly Qualified Nurses on the Community Pathway only

Main duties of the job

As a Community Staff Nurse you will visit patients in their own homes undertaking a variety of clinical interventions. You must have excellent communication, organisational and IT skills. You will need to assess and respond to the ever changing needs of the patient, working within your own limits and seeking support from the wider clinical team where appropriate.

Please Review the Job Description and Person Specification Attached for full Requirements of the Role.

Adverts will close early where the maximum numbers applicants is reached.

For further enquiries please contact Polly Long 07598 558651 or Donna Nicholson 07949 102374

About us

Working for Leeds community Healthcare NHS Trust

Who are we?

Leeds Community Healthcare provides a range of community-based health services across the whole city. We treat people in their homes, local health centres and community hospitals, and work in partnership with other local Trusts, charities and Leeds City Council.

We have a strong culture based on deeply-held values, and our focus at all times is on delivering high quality care to the people of Leeds. In our most recent CQC evaluation, we were rated "Good", with our Adult Services rated "Outstanding" for caring.

Perks of the job

Our benefits range from generous annual leave to access to NHS discount sites. You can find the full list of attractive benefits and rewards at www.leedscommunityhealthcare.nhs.uk click on the Join Our Team Tab.

Right to Work

This role is based in the UK. Employment is conditional on confirmation of the right to work in the UK - either as a UK or Irish citizen, under the EU settlement scheme or having secured any other relevant work visa. If you do not have the right to work in the UK and the role does not meet eligibility for sponsorship, please consider carefully whether you meet the eligibility to apply.