Community Nursing Sister/Charge Nurse
| Posting date: | 04 February 2026 |
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| Salary: | £40,616.00 to £48,778.00 per year |
| Additional salary information: | £40616.00 - £48778.00 a year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 11 February 2026 |
| Location: | Fleet, GU51 4LS |
| Company: | NHS Jobs |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | C9151-26-0146 |
Summary
Manage the daily coordination of the community nursing team. Undertake holistic assessments for patients newly referred to the service. Complete and oversee clinical assessments, including PURPOSE-T, MUST/MUAC and wound assessments. Manage chronic wounds (e.g. leg ulcers and pressure ulcers) in line with NICE guidance and best practice. Manage short-term wounds, including post-surgical wounds. Care for patients with drains (e.g. JVAC, lantern and pigtail drains), including flushes where required. Provide care for PICC lines, midlines and portacaths, including chemotherapy disconnections (training provided). Administer intravenous antibiotics in the community via bolus or infusion. Ensure appropriate pressure-relieving equipment is in place and refer to specialist services as needed. Communicate effectively with GPs and other professionals to support coordinated patient care. Participate in integrated care working, including MDT meetings when required. Advocate for patients and ensure their needs and wishes remain central to care delivery For further details, please refer to the full job description and person specification.