Job Introduction
Job Description
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Registered Mental Health Nurse - 36 Hours - Days
Kingfisher Court is part of the Dolphin Care side of Dolphin Homes. Kingfisher Court is a specialist provider of nursing and rehabilitation services to clients with an acquired brain injury and neurological conditions.
Purpose of the job:
* To be responsible and accountable for providing the highest standards of nursing, clinical and personal support, while promoting independence and choice, to the people we support.
* Directly lead and supervise a team of support staff as required at the respective service, ensure the smooth and efficient management of the respective shift by assessing, prioritising, planning, delegating and monitoring work activities of the support team.
* To ensure that all safeguarding responsibilities are implemented in line with the organisations safeguarding and whistleblowing policies and procedures.
Person specification Essential requirements:
* To be a registered nurse, holding current registration with NMC.
* Thorough and up-to-date knowledge of nursing theory and best practice at the level of a qualified nurse (level 5), being able to demonstrate
* Effective nursing practice in all basic registered nurse procedures.
* Understanding of the NMC code of conduct and relevant practice standards and guidance.
* To have experience of providing direct personal and social support (to have prior experience of working with people who have physical disabilities would be advantageous).
Company benefits include:
* Blue Light Card
* Career Development/Opportunities
* Casual Dress
* Employee Assistance Programme
* Critical Illness Cover
* Overtime Rates
* Fully Funded Qualifications
* Higher Rates for Experience
* Enhanced Weekend Rates
* Paid DBS
* Full Training
* Refreshments
* Auto-enrolled Pension Scheme
* In-House Mental Health First Aiders
* Long Service Awards
* Life Assurance Cover
* First Commuter Travel Club
Experience/Licence/Certification:
* Qualified Nursing: 3 years (required)
* NMC Pin Number (required)
* NR