Admiral Nurse

Royal British Legion; East Midlands; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 35,000; Part time

Job summary

A charitable organization is seeking an Admiral Nurse to provide compassionate specialist care for families affected by dementia in the Midlands. This part-time role requires managing a caseload, supporting carers, and working face-to-face or remotely, with some travel in Leicestershire, Nottinghamshire, and Derby. Candidates should have an accredited dementia qualification and experience in community care. Competitive benefits include flexible working options and generous holiday allowance.

Benefits

28 days paid holiday plus bank holidays

Generous pension contributions

Car allowance scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Travel loans

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of post-qualification experience in dementia care.
• Qualified RMN or RGN with an accredited dementia qualification.

Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload of clients, conducting home visits.
• Empower carers to build skills and confidence.
• Contribute to service development and quality improvement.

Skills

Experience in dementia care

Person-centered care

Community setting experience

Education

Accredited dementia qualification

RMN or RGN qualification

Job description

Overview

Are you passionate about supporting families and carers of people living with dementia? Do you have the expertise to deliver compassionate, specialist care while empowering those who care for loved ones? Join our team as an Admiral Nurse (Midlands - Leicestershire, Nottinghamshire and Derby), in partnership with Dementia UK, and make a real impact on those affected by dementia.

You will be joining an established team of Admiral Nurses covering Midlands - Leicestershire, Nottinghamshire and Derby. This is a part-time role, working 3 days per week, 9am-5pm. Regular travel is required within the regions, so we are ideally looking for someone based in or near the area. You will work with clients face-to-face or from home, with the role being a 60/40 split. There may also be occasions when you will need to attend training and meetings at our hubs across the UK.

Key responsibilities

• Manage a caseload of clients, including conducting home visits to assess needs and wellbeing
• Develop and implement individual intervention plans
• Empower carers by supporting them to build the skills and confidence needed to care for someone with dementia
• Provide guidance to carers as dementia-related behaviours change over time
• Help carers deliver high-quality care while safeguarding their own mental and emotional wellbeing
• Contribute to the ongoing development of the service, including evaluation and improvement of dementia care practices
• Offer clinical guidance to colleagues and external agencies
• Provide training and educational resources to support and enhance the quality of care

What we are looking for

You will be a qualified RMN or RGN with an accredited dementia qualification, with at least 2 years of post-qualification experience in dementia care. We are looking for someone who has worked in a community setting, providing person-centered care and advocacy for those living with dementia.

What We Offer

• 28 day’s paid holiday (plus bank holidays) increasing with service, with optional annual leave purchase scheme of up to 5 working days
• Generous pension contributions, with Employer contributions ranging from 6% to 10%
• Car allowance scheme – £4,743 per annum pro rata
• Range of flexible working options may be available, depending on your role
• Employee Assistance Programme providing confidential counselling, financial and legal advice
• Range of courses delivered by learning specialists to support your development goals and objectives
• Opportunities to volunteer
• Travel loans, Cycle to Work, and more!

Legal

RBL is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive organisation, reflecting the diversity of the armed forces community and of wider society. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and personal characteristics.

For more detailed information about the role, please see our Vacancy Information Pack attached to our direct advert.

If you would have any queries, please get in touch with Jo Dawson at [e-mail].