Deputy Home Manager

Orchid Healthcare Ltd; Lowestoft; On-site; GBP 47,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

Orchid Healthcare Ltd in Lowestoft is seeking a Deputy Home Manager (RGN) with NMC PIN to lead nursing care for the elderly. You will work with a team of nurses and carers to sustain excellence in dementia and residential care.

The post offers up to £52,500 per annum, with immediate interviews and a chance to contribute to a well-regarded, compassionate home in the community.

Qualifications

• Qualified nurse (RGN) registered with the NMC.
• Minimum 3 years hands-on nursing experience.
• Experience in a Senior Nurse or Deputy Manager role is essential.
• Passion for elderly and dementia care.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Manager in planning and implementing high-quality nursing care in the home.
• Manage and motivate a team of nurses and carers.
• Maintain and improve the home's standards of care and safety.
• Assist in inductions and orientation of new staff.
• Liaise with other healthcare professionals and the multi-disciplinary team.
• Handle administrative duties to support smooth operation.

Skills

Communication skills

Education

RGN with NMC PIN

Job description

Lowestoft, £52,500 per annum

Deputy Manager | Deputy Matron | Clinical Deputy Home Manager

Nursing Home | Elderly Care | Dementia Care

JOB DESCRIPTION:

A permanent Deputy Home Manager post has become available in a reputable nursing home in Lowestoft that specialises in providing nursing care to the elderly.

• Up to £52,500 annum
• Must be RGN with NMC PIN
• Luxury nursing home for the elderly
• Nursing, residential and dementia care
• Immediate interviews
• Job reference: JO18701

The successful Deputy Manager candidate will be required to assist the Manager in planning and implementing the highest quality of nursing care to the homes frail elderly residents, some of who may suffer with dementia. You will be responsible for managing and motivating a team of nurses and carers and helping to ensure the smooth running of this reputable nursing home. Good communication skills and a passion for providing outstanding care are therefore essential.

SKILLS / QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:

• You must be a qualified nurse – RGN - and registered with the NMC
• Excellent communication skills
• Previous experience in a Senior Nurse or Deputy Manager role essential
• Min 3 years hands-on nursing experience
• Passion for elderly / dementia care

JOB REQUIREMENTS OF THE DEPUTY MANAGER:

• Work autonomously and independently whilst building strong relationships with the management and care staff throughout the organisation
• Maintain and assess the home's high quality care
• Organising and motivating the carers to ensure excellent standards of care are delivered
• Assist in inductions and orientations of new care staff
• Help to uphold the home's reputation as a recognised centre of excellence
• Liaising with other healthcare professionals and members of the multi-disciplinary team
• Administrative duties

Deputy Matron / Assistant Manager / Unit Lead / Clinical Lead / Nurse Manager / Nurse Lead

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