Community Matron

The Community Matron will support patients of all ages with diverse and often complex health needs across the Liskeard community. They will provide personalised, holistic care for adults with long-term conditions, frailty, and multiple comorbidities – helping patients live well at home, in care homes, or in other community settings. Given that a significant proportion of our population is older, this role will include a focus on supporting frail and elderly patients, while also addressing the broader needs of adults of working age with complex or chronic conditions. Responsibilities Enabling patients to remain independent and at home for as long as possible Reducing avoidable hospital admissions Coordinating care across primary, community, and social care services Clinical Care Provide advanced clinical assessment, diagnosis, and management of adults with complex, long-term conditions – including frail, elderly, and housebound patients – in their homes, care homes, and community healthcare settings. Deliver proactive clinical care, including falls risk assessment, polypharmacy review, and anticipatory care planning. Work closely with families, carers, and social care teams to support patients with complex needs. Leadership & Coordination Lead and coordinate clinical care pathways with GPs, community nursing, care homes, therapy teams, social care, and voluntary sector partners. Support the development of proactive care initiatives and early intervention within the practice and PCN. Qualifications Registered Nurse with valid NMC registration Independent Nurse Prescriber (V300) Significant post‑registration experience in community or primary care, managing complex caseloads Experience of multi‑agency, multidisciplinary working Knowledge of current NHS policy, community nursing models, and primary care priorities Benefits NHS Pension with 20.6% Employer Contribution 25 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays (pro‑rata, if part‑time) Extra days of leave for work anniversary each year Paid for Indemnity cover Enhanced Maternity; Paternity / Adoption pay Participation in OMG's refer a friend scheme Continued personal and professional development 24/7 free access to an Employee Assistance Program run by awarding winning Health Assured Eye care scheme – free eye test plus a contribution towards glasses Cycle to work scheme Support with Relocation OneMedical Group is a nationally operating, family‑owned healthcare organisation dedicated to building a healthier future for all. Since our founding in 2004, we have become a leading provider of NHS primary care, urgent care, community services, and an innovator in healthcare property and estate solutions. Our vision remains: delivering care with compassion, integrity and a personal touch, like the traditional family doctor. #J-18808-Ljbffr