Job summary
This Peripatetic Nurse (RGN/RMN) role at Barchester Healthcare involves traveling across the Essex region to deliver high-quality clinical care to residents in multiple care homes. The nurse will lead a multi-disciplinary team, ensure smooth transitions for new residents, develop tailored care plans, and advance the skills of their team members.
Main duties of the job
As a Peripatetic Nurse (RGN/RMN) at Barchester, you'll travel across the Essex Region to deliver the high clinical standards we're known for. You can expect a wide range of responsibilities, from making sure new residents are settling in, to helping advance your team members' skills, and developing care plans that are tailored to our residents' physical and mental needs. As a Peripatetic Nurse, you'll have the freedom and autonomy to do things the right way and be truly valued and respected for what you do.
About us
Barchester Healthcare is a leading provider of care home services in the UK, operating over 200 care homes and supporting over 11,000 residents. The company is committed to delivering high-quality, person-centered care and supporting its staff with a range of benefits and professional development opportunities.
Details
Date posted
20 February 2026
Pay scheme
Other
Salary
£25 an hour
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time, Part-time
Reference number
Job locations
Barchester Healthcare
Epping
CM16 6TY
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please note- This role is covering Essex and surrounding areas. This role requires a driver with full clean UK driving licence and own vehicle.
ABOUT THE ROLEAs a Peripatetic Nurse (RGN/RMN) at Barchester, you'll travel across the Essex Region to deliver the high clinical standards we're known for. We'll look to you to lead a multi-disciplinary team to make sure that on each shift, at every location, all of our residents get the highest quality care. You can expect a wide range of responsibilities, from making sure new residents are settling in, to helping advance your team members' skills, and developing care plans that are tailored to our residents' physical and mental needs. As a Peripatetic Nurse, you'll have the freedom and autonomy to do things the right way and be truly valued and respected for what you do.
ABOUT YOUTo join us as a Peripatetic Nurse, you'll need to be a Registered Nurse (RGN/RMN) with a current NMC registration and a teaching, mentoring or supervision qualification. A strong, up-to-date clinical knowledge is important, as is a good understanding of key regulatory frameworks, including the safe administration of medicines, Royal Pharmaceutical guidelines, and NMC standards. We'll also look for a successful track record of producing care plans and detailed risk assessments. Dedicated and ambitious, you'll be able to lead by example your can-do approach and excellent communication skills will motivate the teams in each Barchester care home you work with.
REWARDS PACKAGEIn return for your dedication, you'll receive a competitive salary plus our sector-leading benefits and rewards package including: NMC registration paid every year Free training and development for all roles Access to wellbeing and support tools A range of retail discounts and savings Nurse Mentor' and Refer a Friend' bonus schemes Offer to pay Health & Care Worker Visa immigration fees (for eligible nurses)
And so much more
If you'd like to use your clinical and people skills in an organisation that provides the quality care you'd expect for your loved ones, this is an empowering and rewarding place to be.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please note- This role is covering Essex and surrounding areas. This role requires a driver with full clean UK driving licence and own vehicle.
ABOUT THE ROLEAs a Peripatetic Nurse (RGN/RMN) at Barchester, you'll travel across the Essex Region to deliver the high clinical standards we're known for. We'll look to you to lead a multi-disciplinary team to make sure that on each shift, at every location, all of our residents get the highest quality care. You can expect a wide range of responsibilities, from making sure new residents are settling in, to helping advance your team members' skills, and developing care plans that are tailored to our residents' physical and mental needs. As a Peripatetic Nurse, you'll have the freedom and autonomy to do things the right way and be truly valued and respected for what you do.
ABOUT YOUTo join us as a Peripatetic Nurse, you'll need to be a Registered Nurse (RGN/RMN) with a current NMC registration and a teaching, mentoring or supervision qualification. A strong, up-to-date clinical knowledge is important, as is a good understanding of key regulatory frameworks, including the safe administration of medicines, Royal Pharmaceutical guidelines, and NMC standards. We'll also look for a successful track record of producing care plans and detailed risk assessments. Dedicated and ambitious, you'll be able to lead by example your can-do approach and excellent communication skills will motivate the teams in each Barchester care home you work with.
REWARDS PACKAGEIn return for your dedication, you'll receive a competitive salary plus our sector-leading benefits and rewards package including: NMC registration paid every year Free training and development for all roles Access to wellbeing and support tools A range of retail discounts and savings Nurse Mentor' and Refer a Friend' bonus schemes Offer to pay Health & Care Worker Visa immigration fees (for eligible nurses)
And so much more
If you'd like to use your clinical and people skills in an organisation that provides the quality care you'd expect for your loved ones, this is an empowering and rewarding place to be.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
* To join as a Peripatetic Nurse, you'll need to be a Registered Nurse (RGN/RMN) with a current NMC registration and a teaching, mentoring or supervision qualification. A strong, up-to-date clinical knowledge, understanding of key regulatory frameworks, and a track record of producing care plans and risk assessments are also required.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
* To join as a Peripatetic Nurse, you'll need to be a Registered Nurse (RGN/RMN) with a current NMC registration and a teaching, mentoring or supervision qualification. A strong, up-to-date clinical knowledge, understanding of key regulatory frameworks, and a track record of producing care plans and risk assessments are also required.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer details
Employer name
Barchester Healthcare
Address
Barchester Healthcare
Epping
CM16 6TY
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Employer details
Employer name
Barchester Healthcare
Address
Barchester Healthcare
Epping
CM16 6TY
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