Peripatetic Nurse (RGN)

Barchester-Healthcare; Carlisle; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

NMC registration paid yearly

Training & development

Wellbeing tools

Retail discounts

Mentor bonus schemes

Visa fee sponsorship

Job summary

Barchester is seeking a Peripatetic Nurse (RGN) to travel across the region and uphold high clinical standards. You will lead multi-disciplinary teams, develop tailored care plans and support resident admissions at multiple care homes with autonomy and respect.

The role emphasizes strong communication skills, leadership, and a solid understanding of regulatory requirements. NMC registration and mentoring qualifications are essential.

Qualifications

• Must be a Registered Nurse (RGN) with active NMC registration.
• Teaching, mentoring or supervision qualification preferred.
• Strong clinical knowledge and understanding of regulatory frameworks.

Responsibilities

• Lead a multi-disciplinary team across locations to deliver high-quality care.
• Develop personalized care plans and conduct risk assessments.
• Ensure smooth resident admissions and support team development.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Mentoring

Clinical knowledge

Education

NMC registration

Teaching/mentoring qualification

Job description

ABOUT THE ROLE

As a Peripatetic Nurse (RGN) at Barchester, you'll travel across your region to deliver the high clinical standards we're known for. We'll look to you to lead a multi-disciplinary team to make sure that on each shift, at every location, all of our residents get the highest quality care. You can expect a wide range of responsibilities, from making sure new residents are settling in, to helping advance your team members' skills, and developing care plans that are tailored to our residents' physical and mental needs. As a Peripatetic Nurse, you'll have the freedom and autonomy to do things the right way and be truly valued and respected for what you do.

ABOUT YOU

To join us as a Peripatetic Nurse, you'll need to be a Registered Nurse (RGN) with a current NMC registration and a teaching, mentoring or supervision qualification. A strong, up-to-date clinical knowledge is important, as is a good understanding of key regulatory frameworks, including the safe administration of medicines, Royal Pharmaceutical guidelines, and NMC standards. We'll also look for a successful track record of producing care plans and detailed risk assessments. Dedicated and ambitious, you'll be able to lead by example your can-do approach and excellent communication skills will motivate the teams in each Barchester care home you work with.

REWARDS PACKAGE

In return for your dedication, you'll receive a competitive salary plus our sector-leading benefits and rewards package including:

• NMC registration paid every year
• Free training and development for all roles
• Access to wellbeing and support tools
• A range of retail discounts and savings
• Nurse Mentor' and Refer a Friend' bonus schemes
• Offer to pay Health & Care Worker Visa immigration fees (for eligible nurses)

And so much more!

If you'd like to use your clinical and people skills in an organisation that provides the quality care you'd expect for your loved ones, this is an empowering and rewarding place to be.