Clinical Homecare Nurse (Maternity Cover)

Clinical Homecare Nurse (Maternity Cover)

Contract: Full-Time, Temporary (Maternity Cover)

Salary: £41,301 per year (plus a £5,000 annual car allowance or Company Car and fuel card)

Location: Keswick, Cumbria (CA12 & surrounding areas)

Agency: Supportive Bridge Staffing Agency

Job Summary We are looking for a dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse to join our healthcare partner's community nursing team on a temporary maternity cover basis. In this field-based role, you will deliver exceptional clinical care, medication administration, and patient education directly to individuals in the comfort of their own homes. By bridging the gap between hospital and home, you will empower patients to manage their treatments safely and independently across a wide range of therapy areas.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide high standards of clinical nursing care, including the administration of therapies and specialized treatments in line with service protocols.

• Educate and train patients, carers, and family members to safely self-administer therapies.

• Conduct home visits, telephone consultations, and virtual appointments as part of ongoing Patient Support Programmes.

• Collaborate closely with the NHS, pharmaceutical clients, and multidisciplinary teams to ensure a seamless healthcare experience.

• Effectively manage daily travel routes across Keswick and the wider Cumbria region (with all travel time included within working hours).

Skills and Qualifications

• Active registration on the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) register (essential).

• Proven hands-on experience with subcutaneous injections (essential).

• High level of computer literacy and strong communication skills.

• 5+ years of post-registration experience, previous homecare background, and clinical competencies in cannulation, venepuncture, or IV therapies (highly desirable).

• A full UK driving license and comfort with regular daily travel.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary of £41,301 per year.

• Generous annual car allowance of £5,000 or a Company Car, plus a dedicated fuel card for field-based duties.

• 25 days annual leave pro rata plus bank holidays.

• Robust company pension scheme and continuous professional development.

• Professional registration fees paid and uniform provided, along with specialized kit bags.

• Comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme, including 24/7 remote GP access.

• Perks, benefits, and eyecare vouchers via Perkbox, a refer-a-friend scheme, and long-service awards.