Deputy Nurse Manager

SeeMeHired; Luton; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid induction programme

Career development opportunities

Flexible shifts

Health and wellbeing initiatives

Free car parking

Employee referral incentives

Malone Hotel discount

Job summary

Macklin Care Homes is seeking a Deputy Nurse Manager to ensure highest standards of patient care in the absence of the Nurse Manager. You will oversee daily operations, lead staff, manage scheduling, and maintain regulatory compliance across the home.

You will actively contribute to strategic development, uphold the NMC Code of Conduct, and support continuous improvement in care delivery, staff development, and resident dignity. HR processes and policy adherence are emphasized.

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse with a valid NMC pin.
• Experience in leadership roles within a care home or similar setting.
• Ability to manage staff and oversee care delivery with strong decision-making.
• Commitment to high standards of patient care and privacy.

Responsibilities

• Support the Nurse Manager in running daily nursing home operations.
• Lead and motivate nursing and care staff to deliver exceptional care.
• Oversee staffing, scheduling, recruitment and performance management.
• Ensure adherence to Health and Safety procedures and regulatory guidelines.
• Contribute to strategic development and improvement plans for the home.
• Participate in weekly management meetings to review business plans.

Skills

Excellent communication abilities

Interpersonal skills

Leadership experience

Clinical decision-making

Education

Registered Nurse with NMC pin

Post-registration qualification

Job description

Leabank Care Home (Ballycastle) is seeking an experienced and dedicated Deputy Nurse Manager to join our team. This role is pivotal in ensuring the highest standards of patient care through the effective, efficient, and safe management of the nursing home in the Nurse Manager's absence. The Deputy Nurse Manager will also contribute to the home's strategic development to align with the Company's mission and objectives., Patient Care & Quality Standards

Operational Management

• Support the Nurse Manager in managing the day-to-day operations of the nursing home.
• Lead and motivate the nursing and care staff to deliver exceptional care.
• Oversee staffing, including scheduling, recruitment, and performance management.

Health and Safety

• Ensures adherence to the Home's Health and Safety procedures and promotes compliance among all staff.
• Implement and monitor Health and Safety procedures to ensure a safe environment for residents and staff.
• Address any incidents or risks promptly, following regulatory guidelines.

Strategic Development

• Collaborate with the Nurse Manager to plan and implement initiatives that enhance the home's services and reputation.
• Support the development and achievement of the company's objectives.

Management and Leadership

• Actively contributes as a member of the management team to ensure the smooth operation of the Home.
• Holds weekly meetings with the Nurse Manager to develop and review business improvement plans for exceptional care delivery.

Professional Standards and Compliance

• Adheres to the NMC Professional Code of Conduct and complies with all relevant legal and statutory requirements.
• Proactively identifies areas for improvement in nursing practices, providing evidence-based recommendations for investigation by the Nurse Manager.
• Ensures compliance with regulations under the Controlled Drugs Act and the policy on the custody, storage, and administration of drugs and medicines.
• Maintains strict confidentiality at all times, respecting residents' privacy and dignity.

Collaborative Relationships

• Builds and maintains strong professional relationships with doctors, pharmacists, external medical staff, residents' families, religious practitioners, and the RQIA Inspection Team.

An Enhanced Access NI Check will be required for this post. If successful, please be aware that we do have a policy on the recruitment of ex-offenders. As per the Access NI Code of Practice, Macklin Care Homes also has a policy on the secure handling, use, storage, and retention of disclosure information. Copies of these documents along with the Access NI Code of Practice are available upon request by contacting the HR Department. It is Macklin Care Homes Policy that any existence of a criminal conviction will not necessarily lead to the withdrawal of a job offer, but the failure to disclose all criminal convictions fully and accurately will lead to the withdrawal of a job offer.

• Registered Nurse with a valid NMC (Nursing and Midwifery Council) pin.
• Relevant post-registration qualification or evidence of ongoing professional development.
• Significant experience in a leadership or senior nursing role within a care home or similar healthcare setting.
• Demonstrated experience in managing staff and overseeing care delivery.
• Proven ability to handle clinical emergencies and manage challenging situations effectively.
• Strong clinical and decision-making skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities, with the capacity to engage effectively with residents, families, staff, and external stakeholders.
• Commitment to maintaining high standards of care and ensuring residents' dignity and privacy.

Desirable Criteria

• Relevant and current management qualification.
• Prior or current experience managing a team.
• Experience of working with the Elderly in a Care Home environment.
• Nursing Qualification.
• NMC Registration.
• Current PDP and willing to undertake any additional training as required.
• Ability to work set hours but flexible to meet the needs of the Care Home.
• Be in good general medical health.
• Significant post qualifying experience.Good command of written and spoken English.
• Right to work in the UK.

At Macklin Care Homes, you will work as part of an award‑winning team valued for your contribution, with opportunities for career development, and a friendly and rewarding working environment.

Our residents are at the heart of our homes; we are inspired not only by their stories and experiences of years gone by but also by knowing we are making a real difference in their lives.

At Macklin Care Homes, we understand the hard work and dedication that our colleagues bring to their roles, and we are committed to rewarding their efforts with a comprehensive benefits package:

• Collaborating with an award‑winning team with family values.
• A comprehensive paid induction programme.
• Wide variety of training provided.
• Career development opportunities.
• Flexibility of shifts.
• Employee Assistance Programme.
• Discounted rates at Malone Hotel, Belfast.
• Health and wellbeing initiatives including team‑building initiatives.
• Free car parking and uniform
• Incentives for employee referrals