Community Care Lead Nurse

Are you a dedicated and compassionate adult nurse looking to make a difference in the community? We are seeking a qualified Community Care Nurse to join our dynamic team. Our mission is to provide flexible, person-centred care and support to individuals with complex needs, allowing them to be cared for in the comfort of their own homes.

Job Title: Community Care Lead Nurse (Fixed Term Contract to cover mat leave)

Reporting to: Community Care Nurse Manager

Location: Remote based within Perth / Dundee (Travel within Scotland required)

Salary: Up to £42,500 + up to £10,000 pa Bonus + car allowance

Hours: Core hours are Monday – Friday 09:00 – 17:30 (37.5 hours per week)

Who are we? Today, with technology at the very core of its operations, Newcross is one of the UK’s leading providers of temporary nursing and healthcare staffing solutions with ambitions to become the world’s largest nursing platform. By creating a more dynamic, effective and efficient business model that will revolutionise the experience for both colleagues and clients, Newcross wants to redefine excellence in the healthcare industry and continually disrupt the market. At Newcross, we are passionate about helping our colleagues realise their career potential. Our DNA is rooted in a relentless pursuit of excellence, where we will encourage you to constantly challenge yourself and break new ground. Join our supportive and collaborative team, where you will have the opportunity to grow and develop your career. Be part of a company that believes nothing is too hard and seeks out exceptional individuals who are driven to facilitate high-quality care. Unlock your potential and embark on a rewarding career journey with Newcross Healthcare.

Who are you? You will be a Qualified RN or RNLD Nurse in adult care and will be dedicated and compassionate about making a difference in your community. You will want to be part of a national team of nurses dedicated to providing expert care in the community allowing care and support to individuals with complex needs, enabling them to be cared for in the comfort of their own home.

What will you do? Whilst a full job description can be supplied here are a few of the key responsibilities for the role: You will play a pivotal role in community engagement, being physically visible and accessible to service users, their families, and carers. Establishing a strong presence within the community is crucial to ensuring accessibility and fostering open communication and trust. You will be responsible for devising, implementing, and assessing care plans, risk assessments, and associated documentation. Using a person-centred approach, you will develop comprehensive care plans and regularly update them to reflect the evolving needs of service users. Additionally, you will work alongside and support the Registered Manager to assess and review all referrals, ensuring seamless coordination and integration of care services. Service safety and competency are paramount at Newcross Healthcare. You will act as a trusted voice and advisor, contributing to competency sign-offs to uphold high standards of care. The role involves supporting, monitoring, and being accountable for delegated clinical tasks, overseeing Community Care Leads and Healthcare Workers, and ensuring adherence to clinical competencies. Leadership, support, supervision, and direction are key components, as is maintaining clinical training and competencies through ongoing support. Out-of-hours support and on-call responsibilities will also be part of the role.

Skills Required: Qualified Nurse with current and relevant RN or RNLD registration. Experience in Adult Nursing Complex/Clinical care would be beneficial 2 years post-qualification clinical working experience. Up-to-date understanding of national standards and regulations (CQC, Care Inspectorate Scotland/Wales). Competence in technology and remote work. Understanding of NMC Codes of practice and Continuous Professional Development. Full driving licence and willingness to travel.

What We Offer: A supportive and collaborative team environment. Opportunities for professional development and continuous learning. The chance to make a meaningful impact in the community. Competitive salary and benefits package.

Why Join us: Benefits: Pension Scheme Car Allowance Annual Bonus Training and Personal Development Support myHealthPlan: Access to a virtual GP and mental health support through a ‘best in class’ Colleague Assistance Programme (EAP) Perks at Work: Over 30,000 deals and discounts for your favourite brands across 20 categories including, groceries, fashion, electronics and more 28 days annual leave including bank holidays (rising to 33 after the first year and increasing with length of service) Equality, diversity and inclusion: We put equality, diversity and inclusion at the heart of our business, seeking to promote fair employment procedures and practices to ensure equal opportunities for all. We encourage individual expression in our workplace and are committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels they have the opportunity to contribute. If you have a disability and would prefer to apply in a different format or would like us to make reasonable adjustments to enable you to apply or attend an interview, please contact us and we will talk to you about how we can assist.