Community nurses are trained to perform a variety of nursing procedures, which may include:
- Basic care – such as checking temperature, blood pressure and breathing
- Administering injections
- Assisting doctors with examinations and medical procedures
- Cleaning and dressing wounds
- Setting up intravenous drips and monitoring ongoing care
Community nurses also provide an important educational and advisory service for patients and families, offering information on various aspects of healthcare. In some situations, community nurses may be expected to provide emergency care, where patients have had accidents or suffered complications, such as cardiac arrest.
Community nursing jobs can be high-pressure: nurses work in environments which change from day to day and lack many of the resources available in a hospital. Given the demanding nature of the role and the spectrum of patients they are required to treat, community nurses should possess excellent communication and listening skills, while demonstrating sensitivity towards the specifics of each unique situation.
At Trust Nurse Services, we are actively seeking experienced and compassionate Community & District Nurses to join our growing team. We have work available all across the UK, so take a look at our current Jobs or call our team on 01438 419150 to discuss suitable work opportunities that are specific to you and your
