Overview
Randolph Hill, a reputable provider of elderly care in Scotland, operates seven well-rated nursing homes in east central Scotland. Known for strong care inspection grades and good staffing levels, Randolph Hill offers a supportive, flexible environment for career development and meaningful contributions to resident care. We are looking for an outstanding person to join us as a Staff Nurse at either Holmesview in Broxburn or Kirk Lane in Livingston. Permanent full or part-time or bank posts are available.
We care about our staff and the care they deliver.
Job Title and Location
Staff Nurse — Holmesview, Broxburn or Kirk Lane, Livingston. Permanent full-time, part-time, or bank arrangements available.
Salary and Benefits
* Excellent rates of pay from £22.62 to £24.25 per hour, with overtime at time plus 33% and career development potential
* Joining bonus of £1,500 for nurses
* Fully funded stakeholder pension scheme
* Up to 33 days annual leave entitlement
* Optional overtime paid at time + 33% (£30.08 - £32.25 per hour)
* Living Wage employer accreditation
* Free parking on site
* Blue Light card available
* Rolling programme of mandatory training
* Structured career development opportunities to Charge Nurse or management level
* Positive reputation of our nursing homes with lower staff turnover than the sector average
* Flexible working patterns via separate staff bank team
Job Purpose
To provide professional clinical nursing to all residents whilst delivering strong leadership, abiding by the NMC code of professional conduct, and supporting the Home Manager in the daily running of the Nursing Home.
Main Responsibilities
* To promote the highest standards of nursing care within the home
* To provide a safe and healthy environment for residents, staff and visitors
* To supervise and support junior staff where appropriate through effective leadership
* In the absence of the Home Manager, to delegate daily workload, ensuring efficient and cost-effective use of manpower
* To set a good example in dress, manner, hygiene and behaviour
* To maintain correctly written records and individual care plans as required by the company and statutory bodies
Knowledge, Skills and Experience
* Ideally 12 months’ post graduate experience, gained within any care of the elderly setting; newly qualified nurses are welcome
* Experience of working with elderly people with dementia delivering clinical support in this area
* Time management and prioritisation of workload for self and team
* Ability to provide advice and guidance to internal staff, residents and relatives in a sensitive manner
* Problem-solving and ability to manage a diverse range of situations within a nursing home setting
* Strong oral and written communication skills, especially report writing and care planning
* Ability to deal with a variety of complex issues and respond appropriately
Seniority level
* Entry level
Employment type
* Part-time
Job function
* Health Care Provider
Industries
* Hospitals
Additional
All enquiries will be treated in the strictest confidence.
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