Job role

• Assess, plan, implement, and evaluate care for patients with complex and multiple health needs.
• Deliver specialist nursing interventions, including wound care, medication administration (e.g., intravenous therapy), and palliative/end-of-life care.
• Perform comprehensive health assessments, including physical, psychological, and social factors.
• Monitor patients’ progress and adapt care plans in response to changing conditions.

• Liaise and coordinate with other healthcare professionals, including GPs, therapists, social workers, and hospital teams, to ensure integrated care.
• Act as a key worker for patients with long-term or complex conditions, facilitating regular team meetings to review care plans.

• Support patients and families in understanding diagnoses, treatments, and care options.
• Promote self-care and independence through education and health promotion.
• Advocate for patients’ preferences and rights within the healthcare system.

• Provide guidance and mentorship to managers and staff.
• Contribute to the development of care protocols and best practices within the team.
• Participate in training sessions to enhance team skills in managing complex cases.

• Ensure adherence to relevant clinical guidelines, policies, and legal requirements.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date patient records.
• Contribute to audits and quality improvement initiatives to enhance service delivery.

• Strong clinical assessment and decision-making skills.
• Ability to manage complex caseloads efficiently.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to engage with patients, families, and multidisciplinary teams.
• Empathy, compassion, and a patient-centred approach.
• Organisational skills to prioritise tasks and meet deadlines in a dynamic environment.

• Essential:
• Registered Nurse (Adult, Learning Disability, or Mental Health) with valid NMC registration.
• Significant post-registration experience in community or complex care.
• Experience in managing patients with long-term conditions, palliative care, or advanced wound care.

• Desirable:

· Postgraduate qualification in a relevant specialty (e.g., Community Nursing, Palliative Care).

· Experience in leadership or mentorship roles.

· Training in advanced clinical skills, such as venepuncture, catheterization, or PEG feeding.

• A valid UK driver’s license and access to a vehicle will be required.
• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and on-call shifts, as necessary.
• Commitment to ongoing professional development and learning.