Night Nurse
Location: Lydney, Gloucestershire
Salary: £22.86 per hour
Hours: Rolling rota - Week 1: 2 x 12-hour shifts; Week 2: 3 x 12-hour shifts
A highly regarded care home near Lydney is seeking a dedicated Night Nurse to join their team. The home provides residential, nursing and respite care in a welcoming and supportive environment, where dignity, independence, and compassionate care are at the heart of everything they do.
The Night Nurse plays a pivotal role within the home, often being the most senior team member on shift. This role combines clinical leadership with hands-on care, ensuring residents are safe, supported and well cared for throughout the night.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead and support the care team overnight, ensuring high standards of nursing and personal care are consistently delivered.
- Take charge during night shifts, including responding effectively to emergencies and maintaining the safety and security of the home.
- Deliver, monitor and re-evaluate care in partnership with residents, their families, and healthcare professionals.
- Provide clinical leadership, guidance and advice to carers.
- Liaise confidently with GPs, hospitals and external agencies.
- Promote a calm, reassuring environment while maintaining a wakeful watch over residents.
About You:
- Registered General Nurse (RGN) or Registered Mental Health Nurse (RMN) with a valid NMC PIN.
- Previous post-registration experience, with evidence of continuous professional development.
- Confident in leading a team and managing clinical decisions during the night.
- Knowledge of regulatory frameworks with experience in, or willingness to train in: Medication administration, Catheterisation, End-of-life care, Verification of death, Syringe drivers, Gastrostomy care, Venepuncture, Diabetic care, Tissue viability, Epilepsy awareness, Sepsis awareness and management of deterioration
- A strong role model with excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to motivate and support colleagues while ensuring residents receive the best possible care.
Benefits:
- £22.86 per hour with enhanced rates at weekends
- Rolling rota with opportunities for casual hours if greater flexibility is required
- 30 days holiday (including Bank Holidays)
- Fully funded NMC PIN renewal
- Company pension scheme
- Free uniform provided
- Access to an Employee Assistance Programme offering 24/7 wellbeing support
- Refer a Friend scheme with rewards up to £1,000
- Blue Light Card and rewards programme offering discounts on shopping, leisure and dining
This is an excellent opportunity for a committed Night Nurse to take on a senior role in a supportive environment, where clinical leadership and compassionate care go hand in hand.