Registered Learning Disability Nurse - RNLD

Exemplar Health Care Group.; Sunderland; On-site; GBP 1,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading care provider as a Registered Learning Disability Nurse at Hylton Grange in Sunderland. This role centers on delivering high standards of person-centered nursing care for adults with complex health needs. Enjoy excellent training, career development opportunities, and a supportive team environment. If you're a dedicated nurse with a valid NMC PIN, this is an excellent chance to make a real difference in the lives of those we care for.

Benefits

Excellent supervision and peer support

Learning opportunities and career prospects

Free DBS check

Paid NMC membership

24/7 counselling and support

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse with first-level nursing qualification.
• Clinical skills required for care management.
• Ability to promote health and wellbeing.

Responsibilities

• Assess, plan and implement care for the individuals supported.
• Provide evidence-based nursing care focused on individual needs.
• Manage the nursing unit and handle challenging behaviors.

Skills

Clinical skills

Person-centered care

Assessment and evaluation

Medication administration

Behavior management

Education

First-level nursing registration with valid NMC PIN

Job description

/ Registered Learning Disability Nurse - RNLD

Registered Learning Disability Nurse - RNLD

Hylton Grange, Sunderland

Registered Learning Disability Nurse - RNLD
Care Home: Hylton Grange
Location: Sunderland (SR4)
Contract type: Full Time - 12 hour shifts
Rate/Salary: £20.41 per hour

This is an exciting opportunity to work for a forward-thinking and growing provider, who’ll support you to be the best Nurse you can be! Join us as our new Registered Nurse at Hylton Grangecare home in Sunderland.

Hylton Grange is a care service for adults living with complex and high acuity needs.

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

Hylton Grange is part of Exemplar Health Care, a leading provider of nursing care for adults living with complex and high acuity needs.

Hylton Grange supports 30 adults living with complex mental health needs and neuro-disabilities including Huntington’s disease and Parkinson’s disease across three units.

We support people on their rehabilitation journey from hospital or living in a secure setting to community-based living. We also provide long term support for people living with degenerative or life-limiting illnesses.

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

About the role

This is a highly skilled nursing role where you’ll be accountable and responsible for supporting people’s holistic needs. It requires a range of clinical and nursing skills.

You’llprovide the highest standards of nursing care for adults living with complex care and health needs.Our care focuses on maximising independence and building everyday living skills.

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

assessing, planning and implementing care for the people we support

providing person-centred and evidence-based nursing care

developing collaborative needs-based care plans through assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation

safe administration of medication

promoting health and wellbeing

being the Nurse in Charge of a small unit whilst on shift

managing situations when people display behaviours which may challenge

promoting choice, dignity, independence and respect.

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

You’ll also be:

a great role model – able to coach, teach and support your colleagues

someone with a calm nature who can deal with, and defuse, challenging situations

an advocate of best practice in nursing

able to demonstrate a range of clinical skills

knowledgeable about assessment, admission and discharge processes

knowledgeable of the Mental Capacity Act and Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards and committed to working within its Codes of Practice.

A career with us will giveyou the opportunity to learn new skills and see the rewarding progress the people we support make.

To apply for this role, you must have a first-level nursing registration with a valid Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) PIN. We’re looking for Registered Nurses, from all backgrounds (Adult, Mental Health and Learning Disability Nurses).

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.