Dementia-Care RN: Lead Reconnect Team & Plans

Orchard Care Homes Ltd.; Warrington; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career development

Colleague discounts

Making a Difference award

Long Service Awards

Employee Assistance Programme

Pension scheme

DBS check

Job summary

Orchard Healthcare Group is seeking a Registered Nurse for our Reconnect dementia care community in Warrington. You will lead a care team, develop person-centred plans, and work to reduce reliance on psychotropic medication through non-pharmacological approaches.

You’ll champion independence, family liaison, and high standards of clinical governance, with opportunities for ongoing professional development and a supportive, compassionate work culture.

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse with current NMC registration.
• Experience in dementia care and person-centred planning.
• Strong understanding of relevant legislation and clinical governance.

Responsibilities

• Develop person-centred care plans and risk assessments.
• Lead the care team in delivering meaningful, empathetic support.
• Promote independence, choice, and positive engagement.
• Liaise with families, external professionals, and multidisciplinary teams.
• Reduce reliance on psychotropic medication through non-pharmacological interventions.
• Support best interest decisions in line with the Mental Capacity Act.
• Conduct supervisions, appraisals, and coaching care staff.
• Ensure compliance with NMC standards and Orchard policies.

Skills

Registered Nurse

NMC registration

dementia care

leadership

coaching

Job description

Orchard Healthcare Group is seeking a Registered Nurse for our Reconnect dementia care community in Warrington. You will lead a care team, develop person-centred plans, and work to reduce reliance on psychotropic medication through non-pharmacological approaches.

You’ll champion independence, family liaison, and high standards of clinical governance, with opportunities for ongoing professional development and a supportive, compassionate work culture.