Community Nurse; Band 6

Package

Description:

Make a meaningful difference every day by delivering expert care that enables patients to remain safe, independent, and supported within their own homes and communities. As a Band 6 Community Nurse / District Nurse, you will play a key role in delivering high-quality, person-centred care within the community setting. Working as part of a multi-professional team, you will be responsible for the assessment, planning, coordination, and delivery of clinical care that meets the needs of patients and the service.

You will work autonomously within your scope of practice, using your clinical expertise, professional judgement, and evidence-based knowledge to make informed decisions and deliver safe, effective care. As a registered practitioner, you will be accountable for your actions, recognising the limits of your competence and seeking support where appropriate. The role also includes supervising and supporting junior staff, support workers, and students, helping to develop future healthcare professionals.

You will actively contribute to quality improvement initiatives, service development, and the ongoing enhancement of patient outcomes, ensuring care is delivered in line with professional standards, organisational values, and best practice.

Location:

County Hall. Bythesea Road Trowbridge BA14 8JN

Hours:

37.5 hours per week Package Description As a Community Nurse you will be part of our valued team at HCRG Care Group, receiving access to exclusive rewards and benefits including: £39,959 - £48,117 FTE (Band 6 AfC Salary) with NHS Pension and full Agenda for Change terms and conditions Membership of My Reward Hub, giving you access to discounts on every day purchases like grocery shopping as well as cashback and voucher offers for treats for you and those special to you Access to your wages as you earn them to help cover lifes emergencies and avoid overdraft fees or high interest rates Online and face to face help with your mental and physical wellbeing from healthy recipes and activity challenges through to post trauma support, legal, debt and life management help, as well career coaching and counselling Access to eLearning, bespoke career pathways and opportunities for continuing professional development through our Outstanding learning and development team, The Learning Enterprise An open, just culture where youre encouraged to have and implement ideas which can help us deliver our purpose: changing lives through transforming health and care backed up by at least £100,000 of ring fenced innovation funding each year The pride of working for an organisation committed to the highest clinical and quality standards: with the majority of our rated services holding good or outstanding ratings from the Care Quality Commission

Deliver compassionate, person-centred nursing care by assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating care interventions that meet the individual needs of patients and their carers. Manage a diverse caseload, including patients with complex health needs, ensuring care is coordinated, responsive, and focused on achieving positive outcomes and promoting independence. Conduct holistic assessments using appropriate clinical tools, identifying risks, safeguarding concerns, and changes in patient condition, taking timely action and escalating where required.

Undertake a range of clinical procedures within scope of practice, including observations, venepuncture, catheter care, ECGs, and other competency-based interventions relevant to the service. Work autonomously and as part of a multi-disciplinary team, effectively prioritising workload, coordinating care, and delegating tasks appropriately to ensure safe and effective service delivery. Provide health promotion, education, and advice to patients and carers, empowering them to make informed decisions and actively participate in the management of their health and wellbeing.

Build effective relationships with patients, families, colleagues, and partner organisations, communicating complex or sensitive information clearly and professionally. Maintain high standards of clinical practice by adhering to NMC standards, accurately documenting care, supporting quality improvement initiatives, and raising concerns when care quality, safety, or patient outcomes may be compromised.

Registered Nurse (Level
1) with current NMC registration and a commitment to practising in line with the NMC Code of Conduct. Significant post-registration nursing experience, ideally within community, district nursing, or related healthcare settings. Proven ability to lead, support, and motivate colleagues while contributing positively to team performance. Experience managing and coordinating complex caseloads, including patients with long-term conditions, palliative care needs, and multiple co-morbidities.

Strong clinical assessment and decision‑making skills, with the ability to work autonomously and…