Nurse

SkyCare; London; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

SkyCare is seeking a dedicated Nurse to provide high-quality care in our London nursing home. As a vital member of our team, you will support individuals facing mental health challenges, ensuring compassionate and effective healthcare services. We offer full-time shifts, a permanent contract, and a supportive working environment focused on professional development.

Benefits

Permanent contract

Paid break

Hot meal provided on 12-hour shifts

Enhanced pay on bank holidays

28 days annual leave

Pension

Staff recognition schemes

Refer a Friend bonus

Employee Assistance Programme

Comprehensive Training and Career Development

Qualifications

• Valid UK Registered Nurse Qualification (RGN) required.
• Active UK NMC PIN necessary.
• Experience in a care home setting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Dispense and administer medication to residents as prescribed.
• Assess and evaluate patients' mental health conditions.
• Develop and implement individualized care plans.

Skills

Communication

Empathy

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Education

UK Registered Nurse Qualification (RGN)

Job description

Description

We are looking for a dedicated Nurse to join SkyCare's team in OUR Nursing Home based in London.

As a Nurse at SkyCare, you will play a crucial role in providing high-quality care to patients in the mental health care industry. You will have the opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of individuals struggling with mental health issues, contributing to their well-being and recovery. This position involves working with a variety of mental health care residents, ensuring the delivery of compassionate and effective healthcare services.

We have full time day and night shifts available

• Day shifts,12-hour shifts, 8am-8pm
• Night shifts,12-hour shift, 8pm-8am
• Pay rate is £20.5 per hour
• Paid break

Benefits of joining our team

• Permanent contract
• Full roles available
• Day shifts & Night shifts available
• Hot meal provided on 12-hour shift
• Enhanced pay on bank holidays
• Various day and night shifts available
• 28 days annual leave (inclusive of statuary bank holidays)
• Pension
• Staff recognition schemes
• Refer a Friend bonus
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Comprehensive Training and Career Development
• Access to ongoing training for continued professional development
• A friendly and supportive working environment

Responsibilities:

Here’s some of your tasks:

• You will dispense and administer medication to residents as prescribed, accurately maintaining appropriate records
• You will carry out stock control and ordering of resident’s prescribed medication and medical products
• You’ll need to understand and comply with all statutory and legal requirements that are relevant such as Health and Safety, COSHH, and all aspects of the care Standards Act.
• Assessing and evaluating patients' mental health conditions.
• Developing and implementing individualized care plans.
• Administering medications and treatments as prescribed.
• Monitoring and recording patients' progress and vital signs.
• Providing emotional support and guidance to patients and their families.
• Collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to ensure comprehensive care.
• Educating patients on mental health issues and self-care techniques.
• Adhering to all healthcare regulations and standards.

Requirements:

• You must have a valid UK Registered Nurse Qualification (RGN)
• Active UK NMC PIN
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Empathy and compassion towards patients.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent organizational and time management abilities.
• Attention to detail and accuracy in patient care.
• Willingness to continuously learn and improve clinical skills.
• An RGN or RMN, with experience in a care home setting caring for older people.
• You will have a kind and caring approach with a passion for delivering the highest possible standard of care and support for the residents.
• You will have excellent communication skills
• You will work well within the team, leading, supporting and training junior staff members,
• You will have previous experience in motivating the team.
• Clear DBS And 2 satisfactory references

If you are interested in the position, please apply today - we look forward to hearing from you.