Overview
We are seeking a dedicated Registered Nurse to join our team. The ideal candidate will provide high-quality patient care and demonstrate proficiency in medication administration and anatomy knowledge.
Responsibilities
- Deliver exceptional patient care in accordance with established nursing standards
· To be answerable to the Deputy/Manager/Owner
· To be responsible for running the shift
· To be responsible for overseeing the other staff on shift
· To be responsible for the care of the residents
· To provide physical, emotional and social support for residents and be sensitive to their changing needs eg medical, therapeutic, psychological and spiritual
· To accurately document reports and care plans
· To be available to residents' family and representatives
· To assist other health professionals who come into the Nursing Home
· To hand over accurate information to the next shift
· To work within the guidelines set down by the General Medical Council
· To show potential clients around the home
· To observe and practise the principles of health and safety within the working environment
· To safely dispense medications
· To work with the policies and procedures of the Home
· To ensure daily notes are recorded on the PCS System
· To promote the values of the home and assist with any process and system changes
· To answer telephone calls
· To maintain confidentiality
Requirements
* Current registration with the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC)
* Previous experience of working with the elderly preferred
* Previous experience of overseeing junior staff and their shifts
* Previous experience of administration, care plans and evaluations
* Previous experience of liaising with regulatory authorities and other health professionals
Knowledge:
* Registered Nurse qualification essential
* Good knowledge of English (written and spoken)
* Basic knowledge of Domiciliary Care
* Knowledge and respect for Confidentiality
* Working knowledge of Health and Safety
* Working knowledge of Personal Rights and Responsibilities
Skills:
* Good communication skills
* Ability to use laptop/tablet for online training and care notes
* Ability to follow company procedures and guidelines without constant supervision
* Ability to share knowledge with senior carers and carers and assist with their training
Behaviour:
* Adaptable to clients' needs
* Flexible and able to adapt to changing scenarios
* Professional approach to care
* Good personal hygiene
* Empathetic and caring attitude
* Non-judgemental
* Good team player
* Understanding and supportive to colleagues
* Respectful of others wishes
* Positive attitude and approach to change
* Interested in acquiring new skills to develop own career in the care profession
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: £22.18-£22.63 per hour
Benefits:
* Company pension
* Discounted or free food
* Free flu jabs
* Free parking
* On-site parking
* Referral programme
Ability to commute/relocate:
* Market Harborough: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Application question(s):
* Do you require sponsorship?
Experience:
* Nursing: 2 years (required)
Language:
* English (required)
Licence/Certification:
* NMC (required)
Work authorisation:
* United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person