Nurse Unit Manager - RMN / RGN / RNLD

Exemplar Health Care Group.; Pontefract; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

Join Exemplar Health Care as a Unit Manager at Hamilton Springs care home, where you will lead a team to provide exceptional nursing care. In this role, you will manage clinical aspects and support residents with complex needs, driving quality and maintaining high standards. Enjoy a supportive environment with excellent training opportunities as part of a dedicated team.

Benefits

Learning opportunities

Paid NMC membership

Electric car salary sacrifice scheme

Free DBS check

Retail and lifestyle reward discounts

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse with valid NMC PIN.
• Post-registration and management or supervisory experience required.

Responsibilities

• Lead the nursing and care team on your unit.
• Manage clinical elements and risks.
• Ensure timely completion and review of care plans.

Skills

Leadership

Communications

Digital Skills

Education

First-level nursing registration

Job description

Care home:Hamilton Springs
Location:Westfield Lane, South Elmsall, Pontefract, WF9 2JY
Contract type: Permanent - Full time
Rate:£24.07 per hour

This is an exciting opportunity to use your nursing leadership skills to make a real difference every day. Join us as our new Unit Manager at Hamilton Springs care home in Pontefract.

In this role, you’ll work at a senior level, under the leadership of the Clinical Nurse Manager, to manage a team of nursing and care colleagues, drive quality and maintain high standards of care on your unit.

As a Registered Nurse with us, you’ll be empowered to really make a difference.

Our high staffing levels give you the time to provide truly person-centred nursing care, with a supportive team around you.

And our excellent training and career development pathways support you to be the best Nurse you can be.

About Exemplar Health Care

Hamilton Springs is part of Exemplar Health Care, one of the country’s leading nursing care providers.

Hamilton Springs is our brand new care home located in South Elmsall. We provide exceptional nursing care for adults living with complex needs arising from brain injuries, mental health conditions and neuro-disabilities.

The care home has 37 bedrooms across three small, purpose-built units, creating a homely and supportive environment that’s more responsive to individual needs.

We’re dedicated to making every day better for the people we support, helping them lead meaningful lives and achieve their personal goals.

At Exemplar Health Care we offer great benefits and perks, and plenty of opportunities to learn, develop and progress, as well as stable and secure employment opportunities.

This is an very exciting time to join us and be a part of the development of a brand new service, you will be part of the journey from the very beginning, giving you a real opportunity to make your mark.

About the role

As a Unit Manager with Exemplar Health Care,you’ll be at the forefront of clinical care delivery for the people living on your designated unit.

No two days will ever be the same, but your day-to-day responsibilities will include:

leading your unit’s care and nursing teams to ensure we meet the medical, physical and emotional needs of the people we support

providing strong leadership to maintain and continuously develop high standards of care and drive continuous improvement

overseeing and managing all your unit’s clinical elements and risks

ensuring care plans and risk assessmentsare completed and reviewed in a timely manner and reflect care interventions appropriately

acting as the Named Nurse for residents allocated to you, with responsibility for the oversight, review and update of their care profiles

the supervision and management of your unit’s ordering, handling,storage,administration, recordinganddisposalofmedication.

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Above all, you’re someone who identifies with our values of fun, integrity, responsiveness, success and teamwork.

You’ll be a natural role model with the ability to manage your unit’s team of Registered Nurses, Nurse Associates and Health Care Assistants.

You’ll also have:

a thorough understanding of best practice in nursing care

an excellent range of clinical and communication skills that you’re able to demonstrate

an enthusiastic approach to encouraging and motivating people

the ability to work confidently on your own initiative

a good standard of digital skills.

To apply for this role, you must have a first-level nursing registration with a valid Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) PIN.

As this is a management role, you should also have post-registration and management or supervisory experience and/or training or qualifications.This is a great opportunity for a Registered Nurse who wants to progress into management.

What we offer

We offer great rewards and perks including:

excellent supervision, peer support, learning opportunities and career prospects

retail and lifestyle reward discounts

free DBS check

electric car salary sacrifice scheme

paid NMC membership

paid access to the RCNi Learning platform

24/7 counselling and support

Blue Light Card eligibility.

How to apply

Sound good? We’d love to hear from you. Click the button to ‘APPLY NOW’.

For an informal chat about joining us, you can call our Nurse Talent Specialist Nicole on 07949 530 193or email [e-mail]

Please note, this role is not eligible for sponsorship. Candidates without an existing visa or right to work in the UK are unlikely to be suitable for the post.

About Exemplar Health Care

Exemplar Health Care operates over 50 care homes across the UK and is the nation’s leading provider of complex care.

Our commitment to quality is reflected in our homes, where the percentage of 'Good' and 'Outstanding' CQC ratings far exceeds the national average.

Unlike other providers, our staffing levels are based on individual need.This means you’ll have more time to provide truly person-centered care, making a real difference in the lives of those you support.

What's happening at Exemplar Health Care

Lighting up the senses at Creative Space

The team at Ribble View recently visited the multi-sensory centre in Preston - and had a brilliant time exploring everything it had to offer

From calming lights and immersive sound, to interactive spaces like the ball pool, it was a fun, stimulating day that offered something for everyone

Ribble View - Exemplar Health Care

A day at the races and two winners to take home!

Chip recently said he fancied a day at the races - so with support from the team, that’s exactly what he did!

He headed to Doncaster Racecourse to enjoy the thrill of live racing, and picked two winners along the way

We're proud to support people to live life their way - whether that’s trying something new or getting out and about in the community

Willowbeck - Exemplar Health Care

We're celebrating World Music Day with rhythm, joy and a good beat!

Residents at Otterburn were treated to an interactive drumming session with Fitnniss - Wellbeing in Care who specialise in boosting wellbeing in care through meaningful activity

These experiences aren't just designed for fun, they're incredibly powerful for stimulating the brain, encouraging social connection, and inspiring self expression.

Whether tapping the drum, swaying to the beat or singing along - we're championing creativity and physical activity in a fun environment

Cooking up a storm at Greenside Court

Adam, Dave, and Joe took a trip to the shops to pick up ingredients for their own delicious home-cooked meals

Back at home, they got stuck into the cooking with support from the team - from prepping to plating up.

Dave’s steak was cooked to perfection, and Adam’s lasagna went down a treat!

Want a rewarding role where you can make a real difference ... and enjoy tasty food? Join our team https://bit.ly/2xGXcCR

Greenside Court - Exemplar Health Care

Big picnic, big smiles

Four of our homes came together at Rother Valley Country Park for a Big Summer Picnic – all organised by the fantastic team at Willowbeck - Exemplar Health Care

There was music, games, delicious food, and most importantly - great company

People from different homes got the chance to meet, chat, and simply enjoy the day together

Here’s to more days like this

Glad to Care week starts now

We’re celebrating the amazing reasons why we love what we do!

From empowering people to achieve their goals, to having fun on karaoke - every day is a chance to make a real difference

Fancy joining us? https://bit.ly/EHCcareers

Fresh food, furry friends, and feeling good

As part of Healthy Eating Week, we’re celebrating the fantastic work happening at Tees Grange, where the healthy eating group is making real strides - and having fun along the way

They’ve been getting hands-on with interactive food pyramids, tasting new ingredients, and learning how small changes can make a big difference

And it’s not just about what’s on the plate - they’re also getting active with regular walks, joined by everyone’s favourite four-legged motivator, Honey the therapy dog

Eddie, who’s part of the group, told us:
"The food is fabulous. The staff at Tees Grange have really helped me with my diet and exercise. I'm feeling healthier and I’m losing weight. I just feel better in myself!”

Tees Grange - Exemplar Health Care

A fantastic achievement to celebrate!

Last week, one of our residents made her own lunch - her first time cooking in three years ️

Taking that step has given her a real sense of pride, and it’s brilliant to see her confidence grow

Moments like this are what our care is all about - supporting people to achieve things that matter to them

The people we support have unique needs and stories, but one thing stays the same across all our homes - we empower individuals to achieve personal goals in a safe and supportive environment.

Every new colleague attends an induction to learn about our company and complete mandatory and role-specific training, equipping you with the skills and knowledge to deliver exceptional care.

Whether your goals are in care, nursing, management, quality or support, we provide the confidence, skills and knowledge to help you excel in your role and advance your career, if you wish.

Happy, healthy colleagues mean better care for those we support. We offer a range of initiatives to ensure our colleagues thrive in safe and supportive environments.

From paid RCNi Learning access and NMC PIN payments for nurses to lifestyle and retail discounts for everyone, our rewards ensure your career is as fulfilling as it is rewarding.

From care homes to central support services, everyone plays a vital role. Hear from colleagues across various roles about what it’s like to work with us.