Community Staff Nurse

Job Introduction

Are you a compassionate and committed Community Staff Nurse ready to take your career to the next level? At DHU Healthcare, we’re looking for talented nurses like you to become a vital part of our patient-first mission across the NHS frontline.

Step into a role where your care truly counts. You’ll be part of a friendly, multi-disciplinary team that thrives on collaboration, supports one another, and shares the same goal: delivering outstanding care that makes a real difference in people’s lives every single day.

Location: Anstey Frith House, Leicester Road, Glenfield, Leicester, LE3 8RN – A vibrant workplace with heart.

Working Patterns: Full-time and part-time hours available

Competitive salary: DHU Band 5.0, £29,970 - £36,483 per annum (pro rata)

What your typical day looks like: 

• Being responsible for the assessment, implementation of treatment and the development of programs of care for designated patients and providing feedback / escalating discussion regarding meeting patient need through supervision/monitoring processes.
• Providing nursing care to individuals making use of current evidence to inform the delivery and promote the development of clinically effective care.
• Ensuring a continuity of care in accordance with the care programme, seeking support from other specialist practitioners/operational managers as required. 
• Identifying need, and providing advice, support and demonstration to the patient/carer on the use of the equipment to ensure a personal duty of care and compliance with health and safety policies. 
• Monitoring and reporting to the senior nurse effectiveness of equipment and aids in patients’ homes to maximise the use of resources to enable care packages to be delivered.
• Maintaining and recording accurate health records in patients’ homes and health care settings in line with Caldecott and DHU Policies and Procedures. 

To be a successful Community Staff Nurse you’ll need: 

• Registered Nurse Adult 1 / 2
• Post registration experience at Level 1.
• Knowledge of local and national priorities.
• Broad clinical knowledge base.
• Prepared to participate in service development.
• Effective communication skills.

Why You’ll Love Working With Us:

Generous annual leave entitlement: Standard 25 days + 8 bank holidays, increasing with service up to 33 days + 8 bank holidays. Pro Rata/ Per Annum

Teamwork is our Superpower: From day one, you’ll feel the support of a diverse, experienced team that values your voice, your skills, and your passion for nursing.

Health Cash Plan: After six months with us, you'll enjoy 24/7 GP access for you and your family. You'll also receive a free Level 1 Health Cash Plan from the Personal Group, covering dental, optical, and therapy costs to support your health and well-being whenever you need it.

Access to the DHU Hub: Offering exclusive shopping and entertainment discounts, well-being resources, a health portal, and our enhanced Employee Assistance Programme.

NHS Pension Scheme: Rest assured knowing your future is secure with our NHS pension scheme. Already an NHS employee? We acknowledge your continuous service and commitment to healthcare excellence, allowing you to bring your existing pension pot and holiday allowance with you!

Car Lease Scheme: DHU has teamed up with NHS Fleet Solutions to offer a salary sacrifice scheme for colleagues. As part of our citizenship commitment and active approach to reducing our carbon footprint, we can provide you with lease options on a brand-new hybrid or electric car.

Cycle to Work Scheme: In partnership with Halfords, this salary sacrifice scheme lets you spread the cost of a brand-new bike interest-free through your salary, making your commute healthier, greener, and more affordable.

Enhanced Maternity/Paternity Leave: We understand the importance of family, which is why we offer enhanced maternity and paternity leave to support you during this special time in your life, supported by a robust Family Friendly policy.

Referral Programme: Share the benefits of working at DHU with your network and you can earn cash rewards through our Employee Referral Programme.

Birthday Leave Guarantee: Birthday leave isn't compulsory; it's entirely up to you! We can’t always celebrate with you, so whether you choose to take the day off and indulge in a well-deserved break or prefer to work and save your leave for another time, the decision is yours to make!

Free Parking: We know how expensive public parking can be! Most of our sites offer free, secure parking for your vehicles.

We understand that digital applications may not be suitable for everyone. If you need to apply in a way that better meets your needs, please contact us, and we will gladly provide a format that works for you. For more information about our recruitment process, click here, or reach out to our Talent Acquisition team at @ Careers@DHUHealthCare.nhs.uk  

At DHU Healthcare, we take pride in our diversity and foster an environment where every person feels valued, respected, and empowered to bring their authentic selves to work, free from discrimination or bias. We warmly welcome applications from all individuals, reflecting the rich diversity of the communities we serve. To read more about our Equity, Diversity and Inclusion pledge and see the progress we have made, please click here,

We are proud to be a forces-friendly organisation and are dedicated to supporting Veterans, Service Leavers, Reservists, Cadet Force Adult Volunteers, and military spouses/partners. We value the unique skills and contributions you bring and strive to create a workplace where you can thrive.