Specialist District Nurse – Mother well Locality Community Nursing Service(uk sponsorship available)
Job Description
Role Overview:
An exciting opportunity is available for a qualified Specialist District Nurse to join the Mother well Community Nursing Team within NHS Lanark shire. You will lead in the planning, coordination, and delivery of high-quality, person-centered care to patients in the local community.
You will demonstrate strong clinical leadership, change management abilities, and a commitment to continuous professional development. The role requires excellent communication, decision-making, and team leadership skills.
Key Responsibilities:
Provide leadership and clinical expertise in the delivery of community nursing care
Manage and support a team of community nursing staff
Promote evidence-based practice and service improvement
Ensure care is delivered safely, efficiently, and compassionately
Collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams to meet patient needs
Act as a role model for professional nursing standards
Contribute to service development and innovation in line with NHS Lanark shire goals
Essential Criteria:
Registered Nurse with valid NMC registration
Specialist Practitioner Qualification in District Nursing (SPQ) or equivalent
Educated to/working towards degree level
Significant post-registration experience in primary or community care
Advanced knowledge of relevant clinical guidelines and conditions
Non-medical prescribing qualification (or working towards)
Strong leadership and teamworking skills
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Car owner/driver with a full valid UK/EU/EEA driving license
Proficient in IT and time management
Desirable Criteria:
Formal leadership development training
Evidence of advanced post-registration clinical practice
Experience in managing and leading change in community nursing
Knowledge of national policy relating to community healthcare
Benefits of Working with NHS Lanarkshire:
Minimum of 27 days annual leave (increasing with service)
8 public holidays
Membership in the NHS Pension Scheme
Occupational health and counselling services
Paid sick leave (increasing with service)
Flexible working and work-life balance support
Supportive and inclusive work environment
Application Guidance:
Apply early – posts may close if sufficient applications are received
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All applications must be original and based on your own knowledge and experience. Use of AI or automated writing tools is not permitted.
Right to Work:
All applicants must have the legal right to work in the UK. Band 1 and Band 2 roles are not eligible for Skilled Worker sponsorship. Please check your visa eligibility before applying.
NHS Lanark shire is committed to equality, diversity, and inclusion. Care-experienced applicants and individuals from underrepresented groups are encouraged to apply.
