Job DescriptionCommunity Staff Nurse – Band 5 District NursingLocation: Hillingdon Community Services | Central and North West London NHS Foundation Trust (CNWL)Contract Type: Full-Time / Community NursingSalary: NHS Band 5Start Date: As soon as possible
About the Role
We are recruiting Band 5 Community Staff Nurses to join the District Nursing teams within CNWL Community Services in Hillingdon.This is an excellent opportunity for nurses looking to develop their skills within a supportive and forward-thinking community nursing service, delivering high-quality care to patients in their own homes and community settings.CNWL is committed to supporting professional development through a robust preceptorship programme, regular supervision, and access to extensive in-house training and clinical support.
Key Responsibilities
As a Community Staff Nurse, you will work both independently and within a multidisciplinary team to deliver safe, effective, and patient-centred care within the community.
Autonomous community nursing practice
- Diabetic management, blood glucose monitoring, and insulin administration
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Surgical wound care
- Bladder and bowel care, including catheterisation and continence assessments
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Intravenous medication administration and PICC/midline care
- Palliative and end-of-life care, including symptom management and syringe drivers
• Management of specialist drains including nephrostomies and chest drains
Maintain accurate clinical documentation and patient records
- Support patients, carers, and families with education and ongoing care needs
• Work collaboratively with specialist teams and wider community services• Contribute to safe discharge planning and hospital admission avoidance
Sound IT skills and accurate record keeping
- Understanding of risk management within community settings
Evidence of relevant CPD
- Previous experience within community or district nursing
Extensive in-house learning and development opportunities
- Opportunity to gain a broad range of advanced community nursing skills
• Supportive and collaborative working environment
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