Community Staff Nurse(UK Visa Sponsorship)

Job Description

Role Overview

This is a rewarding opportunity for a Registered Nurse who wants to move into or further develop within community healthcare. Working across Bridgwater and surrounding rural areas, you will deliver care directly in patients’ homes, helping them manage complex conditions while maintaining independence.

The role offers a balance between autonomy and team support. You’ll make clinical decisions in the community while being backed by experienced colleagues and clinical leads. Newly qualified nurses are also encouraged to apply, with structured preceptorship available.

If you’re looking for variety, flexibility, and meaningful patient interaction, this role provides all three.

Working Pattern

• Day shifts typically between 8am–6pm
  One twilight shift per week (2pm–10pm)
  One in four weekends (with enhanced pay)
  No night shifts
  Flexible and part-time options available

A valid driving licence and access to a vehicle are essential, as travel between patients’ homes is required. Mileage reimbursement is provided.

Key Responsibilities

Community Clinical Care

• Deliver nursing care to patients in their own homes
  Assess, plan, and implement holistic care plans
  Support individuals with complex and long-term conditions
  Administer medications, including IV therapies

Specialist Skills Development

You will gain and apply a wide range of clinical skills, including:

• Wound care and tissue viability
  Palliative and end-of-life care
  Diabetes management
  Catheter and continence care
  PICC line and drain management

Collaboration & Integrated Working

• Work closely with services such as Hospital@Home to prevent hospital admissions
  Liaise with multidisciplinary teams to ensure continuity of care
  Communicate effectively with patients, families, and carers

Clinical Governance & Safety

• Maintain accurate and timely patient records
  Follow safeguarding and patient safety standards
  Adhere to infection prevention and medicines management policies
  Participate in quality improvement and service development

About the Organisation

Somerset NHS Foundation Trust provides a wide range of health services and is committed to supporting staff through flexible working, career development, and wellbeing initiatives.

Somerset offers a unique lifestyle with a mix of countryside, coastal beauty, and access to major cities like Bristol and Bath.

What We’re Looking For

Essential Qualifications

• Registered Nurse with a valid registration from the Nursing and Midwifery Council
  Degree in Adult Nursing (or equivalent qualification)

Skills & Attributes

• Compassionate and patient-focused approach
  Ability to work independently and make clinical decisions
  Strong communication and teamwork skills
  Willingness to develop a wide range of clinical competencies

Additional Requirements

• This role requires a DBS check
  Overseas applicants must provide a criminal record certificate
  Applicants must hold valid UK professional registration
  Guidance on workplace rights and equality

Benefits

• Flexible working arrangements
  NHS pension scheme
  Generous annual leave
  Career progression and training opportunities
  Access to staff discounts and wellbeing programmes

Why Join This Role?

• Work autonomously while being supported by a strong team
  Develop a wide range of clinical and community nursing skills
  Build meaningful relationships with patients in their own environment
  Enjoy a healthy work-life balance with no night shifts