JOB: REGISTERED GENERAL NURSE REGISTERED GENERAL NURSE REGISTERED GENERAL NURSE REGISTERED GENERAL NURSE Key Responsibilities * Clinical Assessment and Care Planning: Conduct comprehensive health assessments, monitor vital signs, and interpret patient data. * Medication Management: Administer medications and treatments safely and accurately in line with the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) and company guidelines. Monitor residents for any effects of medication and report changes promptly. * Wound Care and Medical Procedures: Perform various clinical procedures such as wound dressing, managing injections, and overseeing specialist equipment like IV drips. * Health Promotion and Monitoring: Monitor residents' reactions to treatments, report changes in conditions to doctors, and adjust care strategies as necessary. Educate residents and their families on health management and preventative care. * Leadership and Supervision: Lead the care team during shifts, supervising, mentoring, and guiding junior staff such as care assistants and support workers. Ensure high standards of care are maintained consistently. * Documentation and Compliance: Maintain accurate and up-to-date resident records and ensure all care adheres to regulatory frameworks, including CQC guidelines and data protection legislation. * Emergency Response: Be prepared to respond to emergencies and urgent situations, delivering immediate interventions when necessary. * Communication and Collaboration: Liaise effectively with visiting GPs, physiotherapists, occupational therapists, and other external healthcare professionals to ensure comprehensive, holistic care. Essential Qualifications and Skills * Qualifications: Current registration with the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) is mandatory. A nursing degree (adult specialism is typical) is required. * Skills: * Strong clinical decision-making and risk management abilities. * Excellent communication, interpersonal, and leadership skills. * Compassion, empathy, and patience. * Ability to work autonomously and manage pressure effectively. * Knowledge of complex conditions related to aging, such as dementia and palliative care. * Checks: A valid Enhanced DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) check is a standard requirement for working with vulnerable adults