Community Nurse – Band 5

Company: Athona Limited
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Location: London
Job Description:

Job Title: Community District Nurse – Bromley AreaSpecialty: Community District NursingBand / Grade: Band 5Location: Bromley (Beckenham, Hayes, Chislehurst & Orpington)

Salary (PAYE Only):

Day shifts: £18.55 per hourNights & Saturdays: £23.19 per hourSundays & Bank Holidays: £27.05 per hour

Description:We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Community District Nurse to join a well-established community service covering the Bromley area, including Hayes, Orpington, Beckenham, and Five Elms.

This locum role requires flexibility to work across all four bases:

BeckenhamHayesChislehurstOrpingtonCandidates must be willing to work at any of the above sites and move between bases if required.

The role involves delivering high-quality nursing care within patients’ homes, completing initial assessments and reassessments, and supporting patients to remain independent within the community.

Mandatory Clinical Skills Required:

  • Female, Male & Suprapubic Catheterisation
  • Insulin Administration
  • Enoxaparin Administration
  • IM & Subcutaneous Injections
  • Removal of Sutures/Clips
  • Bowel Care including suppositories, enemas & DRE
  • Compression Bandaging (including K2 & Actico)
  • Pressure Ulcer & Complex Wound Care
  • PICC Line Management
  • Enteral Care including medication administration, flushes & feeds
  • All elements of McKinley Syringe Driver care
  • IV Therapy including infusion & bolus
  • Competent to administer and transcribe medication

Eligibility Criteria:

To be eligible, you must have:

  • Valid NMC registration
  • Previous Community/District Nursing experience
  • NHS Smartcard
  • Own vehicle with business insurance
  • Ability to complete patient initial assessments and reassessments independently

Why work with Athona?

We are one of the UK’s leading on-framework healthcare recruitment agencies. With over 20 years of experience, we pride ourselves on delivering a supportive and professional service to every candidate we place.

What We Offer:

  • Competitive PAYE rates
  • Dedicated consultant support
  • Flexible working opportunities
  • Access to exclusive NHS roles
  • Industry-leading revalidation and appraisal support
  • Generous referral scheme – £250 per successful recommendation

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Posted: October 6th, 2026