Registered Nurse

Registered Nurse post on an inpatient unit run by Kent Community Health NHS Foundation Trust, under a matron and clinical sisters. The role centres on holistic care for a named patient group and upholding clinical standards, with charge of the ward when senior staff are absent. The unit cares for adults over 18, mainly on rehabilitation and end-of-life palliative care, and includes 24-hour internal rotation and travel between community hospital sites.

NMC registration is required, and no skilled worker visa sponsorship is offered.

• Provide holistic care for a named group of patients, under the direction of the Matron and Clinical Sisters
• Maintain clinical standards with support from the Matron and Clinical Sisters, demonstrating leadership
• Take charge of the ward and hospital in the absence of senior staff
• Take part in 24-hour internal rotation
• Travel to other community hospital sites to meet service needs
• Undertake other duties requested that are compatible with the grade of the post

• Level 6 degree or equivalent qualification, or equivalent knowledge from experience plus a diploma in nursing

• Registration with the Nursing and Midwifery Council

• Recent healthcare experience gained through education, work experience or previous employment

• Ability to use IT systems and databases
• Ability to signpost clients and families to services that support behaviour change and better health
• Up-to-date clinical knowledge, applying evidence-based procedures and clinical effectiveness frameworks
• Understanding of the role and remit of a healthcare worker

• Documentary evidence of right to work in the UK
• Full, valid UK driving licence, or full EU-issued licence not exchanged from a non-EU country

• Ability to travel independently between sites

• Awareness of developments within the NHS

• Flexible working arrangements, discussed with applicants
• Access to KCHFT career pathways