Deputy Home Manager

Orchid Healthcare; Milford on Sea; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 61,000; Full time

Job summary

Orchid Healthcare in Lymington is seeking a Deputy Manager to support the Manager in delivering the highest quality nursing care for frail elderly residents, including those with dementia. You will lead a team of nurses and care staff, ensure smooth day-to-day operations, and uphold the home's reputation for excellence.

The role requires an RGN or RMN with NMC PIN, strong communication skills, and a passion for elderly/dementia care; Monday–Friday with on-call weekends, salary up to £55,000 per

Qualifications

• You must be a qualified nurse - RGN or RMN - and registered with the NMC.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Previous experience in Deputy Manager role or similar is essential.
• Min 5 years hands-on nursing experience.
• Passion for elderly / dementia care.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Manager in planning and implementing the highest quality of nursing care for frail elderly residents, some with dementia.
• Manage and motivate a team of nurses and carers to ensure smooth running of the home.
• Maintain and uphold high standards of care and service delivery.
• Organise inductions and orientations of new care staff.
• Liaise with other healthcare professionals and multi-disciplinary team.
• Carry out administrative duties as required.

Skills

RGN

RMN

NMC PIN

Communication skills

Deputy Manager experience

Nursing experience 5 years

Elderly / dementia care

Job description

Lymington, up to £55,000 per annum

Deputy Manager | Clinical Deputy| Deputy Home Manager

Nursing Home | Elderly Care | Dementia Care

JOB DESCRIPTION:

• Up to £55,000 per annum
• Must be RGN or RMN with NMC PIN
• Monday-Friday and on-call weekends
• CQC rating: Good
• Nursing, dementia and residential care to the elderly
• Immediate interviews

The successful Deputy Home Manager candidate will be required to assist the Manager in planning and implementing the highest quality of nursing care to the home's 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 or RMN - and registered with the NMC
• Excellent communication skills
• Previous experience in Deputy Manager role or similar is essential
• Min 5 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 a team of nurses 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

Assistant Home Manager / Deputy Manager / Deputy Home Manager / Clinical Deputy / Head of Nursing / Clinical Lead / Nurse Manager / Nurse Lead