Community Link Nurse

Go back Norfolk Community Health and Care NHS TrustCommunity Link NurseThe closing date is 14 December 2025An amazing and rare opportunity has arrived for a part time Band 6 Community Link Nurse in the NN4 Community Nursing teamWe are looking for an experienced registered community nurse to join our dedicated and highly professional team of Community/District nurses working in the Brundall, Acle, Hoveton and Wroxham areas covering the service seven days a week.This role will offer the opportunity for both clinical and leadership development, whilst working in a caring, friendly and supportive team.Main duties of the jobYou will be responsible for the assessment and treatment of complex patients with a wide variety of health needs of acute or chronic presentation, visiting them within their own homes, care homes, the travelling community and in clinics. We are looking for a nurse who is committed to delivering high standards of care. You will supervise Band 5 Community Nurses and other members of the nursing team, and work closely with the therapy staff to assist the patient to achieve maximal function and independence. In addition, you will support the Clinical Lead Nurse with managerial responsibilities.You will need effective communication skills and must be prepared to work flexibly and collaboratively to meet the needs of the service. It is essential to have evidence of professional competencies and have the ability to apply your knowledge and skills to clinical practice. A sound understanding and knowledge of the current drive to transform community services is an essential requirement.About usNorfolk Community Health and Care is going through organisational development and you will be expected to contribute to service and quality development of the domiciliary service, such as new ways of working and clinical audits. You will receive support and development through in-service training, regular appraisals, a personal development plan and clinical supervision.If this post excites you and you are looking to improve your quality of life working in North Norfolk, we look forward to your application. If you wish to discuss any aspects please contact Kirstie Sainsbury-Logan, Clinical Operations Manager: email kirstie.sainsbury-logan@nchc.nhs.ukApply now to join an organisation that has been awarded an 'Outstanding' rating by the Care Quality Commission (CQC), the highest possible rating and the first stand-alone NHS community trust in the country to be awarded the title.Job responsibilitiesKey Areas of ResponsibilityTo assess and prescribe care packages for patients with long term conditions, the frail and elderly, palliative care and rehabilitation needs for example, to achieve quality of life and independence where possible.To working within the integrated team to facilitate early discharge from hospital.To work within the integrated team to prevent unnecessary admission to hospital.To work with all health care professionals, and statutory/non statutory agencies to provide a seamless integrated service to our services users.To be the direct link to specified medical practices and responsible for managing the associated nursing caseload.To liaise with other link nurses and co-ordinate off duty for Band 6 nurses to ensure service coverage across the locality.Person SpecificationQualificationsFirst level degree or on pathway, or equivalentRGNAssessor/mentorship preparation; ENB 998 or equivalentCurrent NMC registrationEvidence of continuing professional developmentIndependent/supplementary prescribing qualificationClinical assessment skillsLong term conditions moduleSkills, Abilities, KnowledgeEvidence of working at relevant level within the community settingKnowledge of additional specialist areas through in-house training/ short coursesHighly motivatedProvides high standards of careDemonstrates tact and diplomacyEmpathetic and sensitive to the patients/service needsAbility to manage stressful situationsAccurate inputting of data/patient recordsGood interpersonal skillsA team playerCannulation / IV Therapy administrationPersonal QualitiesBe able to kneel, bend and stoop and work in cramped environmentsAble to manoeuvre limbs of around 5-6kgAble to manoeuvre patients using handling aidsOtherThe post holder will be required to work Seven day a week and cover between the hours of 08.00 and 18.00 hrs.The post holder will need to be passed fit to perform full duties of the post through occupational health with any reasonable aids and adaptations if necessary.Must hold full and valid and driving licence and have access to a vehicle (if applicable)Able to communicate effectively in written and verbal English LanguageDisclosure and Barring Service CheckThis post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.Norfolk Community Health and Care NHS Trust #J-18808-Ljbffr