Keystone Care is seeking an experienced and dedicated Home Manager to lead a well-established nursing home in County Antrim. This is an excellent opportunity for a passionate healthcare professional to manage a reputable facility with strong community standing and excellent occupancy rates.
Location: County Antrim
Salary: £50,000 - £60,000 per annum (DoE)
Type: Permanent
Key Responsibilities
* Provide strategic leadership and day-to-day management of the 36-bed nursing and residential home
* Ensure the delivery of outstanding person-centred care across both nursing and residential services
* Maintain and enhance the home's excellent reputation and full occupancy rates
* Lead, develop, and support the nursing and care teams to deliver high-quality outcomes
* Ensure full compliance with RQIA standards and regulations, maintaining the home's strong inspection record
* Manage all aspects of clinical governance, safeguarding, and quality assurance
* Oversee staff recruitment, retention, training, and development programmes
* Maintain effective relationships with residents, families, healthcare professionals, and regulatory bodies
* Manage budgets and resources effectively to ensure financial sustainability
* Implement and monitor care plans, risk assessments, and individual care programmes
* Lead on complaints management, incident reporting, and investigations
* Champion best practice and continuous improvement across all aspects of the service
* Ensure comprehensive and accurate record-keeping and documentation
* Participate in on-call management duties as required
Essential Requirements
* Registered Nurse qualification (RGN/RMN) with current NMC registration
* Minimum 3 years' experience as a Care Home Manager (5 years preferred)
* Proven track record of positive RQIA inspections