East Lancashire Hospitals NHS Trust
Senior Nurse - District Nursing Service
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Senior Nurse Opportunity
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced and motivated Senior Nurse to join the East Lancashire District Nursing Service.
About the Role
We are looking for a dedicated and enthusiastic registered nurse with substantial community nursing experience to join our highly valued District Nursing team in a permanent Band 6 role. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced nurse who is passionate about delivering high-quality patient-centred care in the community and is looking to further develop their leadership, assessment, and clinical decision-making skills.
Key Responsibilities
- Support the Clinical Team Leader in coordinating and delivering high-quality care in line with national and local District Nursing priorities.
- Assess new and complex patients and complete comprehensive Senior Nurse Reviews in patients’ homes and other community settings.
- Work closely with the multidisciplinary team to ensure safe, effective, and personalised care.
- Support students and newly appointed staff, contributing to their learning and development, and helping to build a confident, skilled team through effective leadership and positive role modelling.
- Oversee staffing rotas, allocate clinical work, and maintain clear, compassionate communication with colleagues, patients, and families.
- Participate in the District Nursing Hub, providing weekend, evening, and bank holiday cover on a rotational basis.
- Work contracted hours flexibly across both day and night shifts to meet service needs.
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Requirements
- Full UK driving Licence, with access to a vehicle is essential.
- Community Nursing Experience Is Essential.
About Us
Established in 2003, East Lancashire Hospitals NHS Trust (ELHT) is a large, integrated healthcare organisation providing high-quality acute and community services for the population of East Lancashire and Blackburn with Darwen. The Trust places safety and quality at the centre of everything it does, investing in and developing its workforce, building strong partnerships with key stakeholders, and encouraging innovation and pathway redesign to deliver best practice across all services.
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ELHT employs more than 8,000 staff, many of whom are internationally recognised and have received awards for their contributions and achievements. The District Nursing Service is proud to be part of this forward-thinking organisation, offering a supportive environment where staff are encouraged to grow, develop, and access a wide range of professional development opportunities.
Contact Information
For further details / informal visits contact:
- Name: Amy Rogers
- Job title: Community Matron
- Email address: amy.rogers@elht.nhs.uk
- Telephone number: 07908 481826
We look forward to receiving your application and welcome informal enquiries and site visits in advance of the interview.
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