Registered Learning Disabilities Nurse (RNLD) - Maternity Cover

Cygnet Health Care; Bishop Auckland; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare organization in Bishop Auckland is seeking a Registered Learning Disability Nurse (RNLD) for a 12-month maternity cover position. This role involves excellent patient care, adhering to NMC guidelines, and providing support to individuals with autism and complex needs. With a commitment to ongoing training and development, you will be part of a dynamic team dedicated to improving quality of life for service users. Enjoy various perks, including discounts and career development opportunities.

Benefits

NHS & employee discount scheme

50% NMC registration renewal paid by employer

Free meals on shift

Free parking

Bespoke career pathways

Qualifications

• Experience as a Registered Learning Disability Nurse (RNLD).
• Ability to maintain documentation and undertake audits.
• Commitment to patient recovery and risk management.

Responsibilities

• Produce outstanding written reports based on nursing assessments.
• Work closely with the management team to develop and improve service quality.
• Administer medicines following guidelines.

Skills

Compassion

Integrity

Resilience

Understanding of the latest nursing practices

Education

Current Pin Number

Job description

Overview

Thornfield Grange is a specialist residential service with nursing for adults with autism, learning disabilities and complex needs. Based in Bishop Auckland, County Durham, the service supports individuals who have behaviours that may challenge, as well as those who have significant difficulties with social engagement.

We are looking for a Registered Learning Disability Nurse (RNLD) with a passion for delivering outstanding care to provide 12 months Maternity Cover.

You'll be working 42 hours a week, 12 hour shifts on a rota basis.

At Cygnet, our perks go way beyond pension schemes and excellent professional development.

You'll also enjoy shopping, travel and leisure discounts — as well as a range of healthcare and financial benefits — to support you to be happy both in and out of work.

Apply now to enjoy excellent career prospects while reaping the rewards of making a difference to others - every day.

Your day-to-day

• Produce outstanding written reports based on your nursing assessments & observations
• Work closely with the management team to develop the service, audit, & improve quality
• Attend all training and engage in CPD to further knowledge & promote nursing
• Under NMC guidelines, ensure that individual care plans are complete & maintained collectively with residents, relatives & other healthcare professionals
• Administer medicines within healthcare procedure & Healthcare Commission guidelines

Why Cygnet? We\'ll offer you

• NHS & employee discount scheme
• 50% NMC registration renewal paid by Cygnet
• Most of our sites provide free meals on shift
• Free parking
• Bespoke career pathways
• Plus much more

You

An experienced RNLD with a current Pin Number, you\'ll have

Essential

• The ability to maintain documentation, undertake audits & demonstrate integrity in your role
• A good understanding of the latest nursing practices
• A commitment to patient recovery in order to effectively monitor, manage & reduce risk
• Compassion, resilience & a dedication to empower & support service user independence

Desirable

• The ability to deputise in a clinical lead role
• An interest in leadership, research & assessment

Cygnethas been providing a national network of high-quality specialist mental health services for more than 30 years.