Avonbridge Care Home has very recently been taken over by a small friendly group of Care Homes.
We are looking for keen and enthusiastic Registered Nurses to join our team of Nurses, Senior Carers and Carers.
If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of older adults, we invite you to apply today and become part of our caring family at Acre Care Homes
Job Description:
JOB PURPOSE:
To achieve the highest possible standard of care in a professional manner through direct nursing care and effective supervision of Staff Members. To take management responsibility for a shift as directed.
SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE & QUALIFICATIONS
Required:
* 1 st Level Nurse
* Ability to communicate effectively at all levels
* Genuine interest in working with the relevant Client group
* Satisfactory Police Check and check against the POVA List (where applicable)
Desired:
* Experience and qualification in care for relevant Client category
* Previous supervisory experience
MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES
Care:
1. Ensure that all Staff Members contribute, to the best of their ability, to the efficient running of the Care Centre and the creation of an atmosphere conducive to the best interests of the Clients. Duties may include acting up for the Deputy Home Manager and/or the Home Manager in their absence.
2. Report any ill health amongst Clients and make requests for GP / Professional visits where necessary.
3. Ensure that Clients' Care Plans are completed and maintained in conjunction with Clients, Relatives and other Health Care Professionals, and in accordance with NMC guidelines & Company policy.
4. Assess all aspects of Clients' care needs, and provide health supervision and direct Nursing Care when required.
5. Assess social and health care needs of new Clients, and maintain on-going assessment and review of all other Clients.
6. Maintain accurate records and ensure that each Client within the Care Centre has an individualised Care Plan. C
7. Administer prescribed medicines and document the same in accordance with the Company's procedure and NMC guidelines.
8. Participate in Staff and Client meetings as and when required.
9. Establish and maintain good communication with Clients, Relatives and with the multidisciplinary team. Provide administrative support when required.
10. Supervise and instruct junior and new Staff Members in all aspects of their work in the Care Centre, giving help and guidance where appropriate.
11. Maintain and improve professional knowledge and competence. Keep professionally updated in all areas of clinical expertise
12. Attend mandatory training days/courses, on or off site, as and when required.
Make a difference to peoples lives and well being
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: £20.05 per hour
Expected hours: 11 – 38 per week
Benefits:
* On-site parking
Experience:
* Nursing home: 1 year (preferred)
Licence/Certification:
* NMC registration (required)
Work authorisation:
* United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person