Registered Learning Disabilities Nurse (RNLD) - Maternity Cover
Thornfield Grange is a specialist residential service with nursing for adults with autism, learning disabilities, and complex needs. Based in Bishop Auckland, County Durham, the service supports individuals who have behaviours that may challenge, as well as those who have significant difficulties with social engagement.
Main duties of the job
We are looking for a Registered Learning Disability Nurse (RNLD) with a passion for delivering outstanding care to provide 12 months Maternity Cover.
About us
Cygnet Health Care was established in 1988. Since then, we have developed a wide range of services for individuals with mental health needs, autism, and learning disabilities within the UK.
Job responsibilities
* Produce outstanding written reports based on your nursing assessments & observations
* Work closely with the management team to develop the service, audit, & improve quality
* Attend all training and engage in CPD to further knowledge & promote nursing
* Ensure that individual care plans are complete & maintained collectively with residents, relatives & other healthcare professionals, in accordance with NMC guidelines
* Administer medicines within healthcare procedures & Healthcare Commission guidelines
Why Cygnet? We offer you
* 50% NMC registration renewal paid by Cygnet
* Most of our sites provide free meals on shift
* Free parking
* RCNi membership
* Bespoke career pathways
* Plus much more
You
An experienced RNLD with a current Pin Number, you'll have:
* The ability to maintain documentation, undertake audits & demonstrate integrity in your role
* A good understanding of the latest nursing practices
* A commitment to patient recovery to effectively monitor, manage & reduce risk
* Compassion, resilience & a dedication to empower & support service user independence
* The ability to deputise in a clinical lead role
* An interest in leadership, research & assessment
Person Specification
General Requirements
* Please refer to the job description above
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975. A submission for Disclosure will be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
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