Registered General Nurse

Runwood Homes; Watford; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading residential care provider in the UK is seeking a compassionate Registered General Nurse. Your role will involve administering medications, assessing care needs, and maintaining care plans for residents. Ideal candidates should possess strong leadership and interpersonal skills. This position offers bank hours with a competitive salary of £22.11 per hour, alongside various employee benefits and opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

Accrued Paid Holiday

Weekly Pay

Pension Scheme

Employee Assistance Scheme

Qualifications

• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to build and nurture relationships with residents and families.
• Compassion and kindness in nursing practice.

Responsibilities

• Administer medications according to guidelines.
• Assess each resident's care needs thoroughly.
• Maintain accurate records and individualised care plans.

Skills

Leadership abilities

Compassionate care

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Job description

Registered General Nurse - Bank | Care Home: Lancaster Court | Hours per week: Bank hours | Salary: £22.11 an hour

About the role

As a Registered General Nurse at Runwood Homes, you will embody professionalism, kindness, and compassion in everything you do. Your role is crucial in providing our residents with a sense of security, dignity, and independence through personalised care. Your responsibilities will include administering prescribed medications following company and NMC guidelines, as well as providing treatments such as surgical dressings when needed. Our Registered General Nurses assess each resident\'s care needs thoroughly, handle medical emergencies, and maintain accurate records to ensure each resident has an individualised care plan.

Benefits

• Accrued Paid Holiday
• Weekly Pay
• Pension Scheme
• Blue Light Card and access to various other discounts on travel, restaurants, days out and leisure
• Employee Assistance Scheme that is also available to immediate family members
• Comprehensive induction and ongoing training
• Free DBS Check and uniform
• Funding and support towards obtaining NVQ Level 1 and 2 in Health and Social Care
• Opportunities to progress your career within the company
• Free, on-site parking
• Employee of the Month awards

About you

We are seeking an exceptional Registered General Nurse who possesses strong leadership abilities. While prior experience in a care home setting is advantageous, it is not a requirement as full support will be provided. Our Registered General Nurses are kind and compassionate, and have exceptional communication and interpersonal skills. Additionally, the successful Registered General Nurse will be adept at building and nurturing relationships with residents and their families.

About Runwood Homes

Established in 1987, Runwood Homes is a leading provider of residential care, dementia care, and nursing care services, with a portfolio of over 59 homes across the UK. Our commitment to delivering personalised care is at the core of our mission, as we strive to celebrate the lives of each and every one of our residents.

At Runwood Homes, we prioritise the professional development of our staff by investing in comprehensive internal, external, and e-training programs at all levels. This dedication to continuous learning and growth ensures that our team is equipped to provide the highest quality of care to our residents.

As we look towards the future, our reputation for delivering innovative care for individuals living with dementia continues to flourish. We are dedicated to pushing the boundaries of care excellence and setting new standards in the industry.

All appointments are subject to safer recruitment requirements to ensure the safeguarding of adults. All positions will involve appropriate checks and clearances.

You can apply for this role by completing our short application form or by visiting the home where one of our team can help you.