Job requirements
Essential
6 listedRequirements the employer expects applicants to meet.
- Knowledge
Understanding of NMC standards and implications for practice Motivated and enthusiastic
- Knowledge
Ability to work independently in community setting
- Knowledge
Ability to problem solve and make clinical decisions
- Experience
Multi-disciplinary/multi-agency working
- Qualifications
First level registered nurse
- Qualifications
Diploma in health related area or equivalent experience
Desirable
Not listed in the available specification.
Job overview
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a dynamic Register Nurse to work in the Central Lancashire District Nursing Services.
The successful applicant will be responsible for providing skilled nursing care in a variety of settings, and will be part of an innovative, dynamic district nursing team
Main duties of the job
We are looking for Registered Nurses who are patient and family focused, with excellent communication skills and an interest in community district nursing. If you identify with our patient centred vision of care and enjoy working in partnership with the local community, come and join us.
You will be offered a robust induction and preceptorship package tailored to your developmental needs, regular clinical supervision and opportunity to access a range of training opportunities.
We require flexible self-motivated individuals who are prepared to work between the hours of 7.45 to 22.00 over a 7-day period
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
Please see attached the job description and person specification for more information about this role.
Applicant requirements
You must have appropriate UK professional registration.
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.
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This advert is for Community Staff Nurse (Incl. Out of hours) with Lancashire and South Cumbria NHS Foundation Trust in Preston, England. It is listed as a Band 5 Nurse (community and district) role. The advertised salary is £32,073 - £39,043 per annum, pro rata (subject to confirmation). The contract type is Permanent. The application deadline is 05 Nov 2026.
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