Registered Nurse

Abbey Healthcare; Wolverhampton; Hybrid; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company pension

Free parking

On-site parking

Job summary

Abbey Healthcare is seeking a senior nurse to lead clinical care in our home, ensuring person-centred nursing and safe medicines management. You will act as the on-duty senior clinician, supervise staff, and liaise with GPs and external professionals to deliver high-quality resident care.

The role requires active NMC PIN, a minimum of 1 year of nursing experience, and a strong commitment to safeguarding and regulatory standards. Flexible shifts including weekends may apply.

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse with active NMC PIN and current practicum eligibility.
• Minimum 1 year of nursing experience in a care setting.
• Knowledge of NMC Standards of Proficiency, medicines management, safeguarding, and CI/CQC regulations; familiarity with dementia, mental health and long-term conditions.

Responsibilities

• Assess service users’ needs and develop, implement, and evaluate personalised care plans.
• Monitor and maintain electronic care plans and eMAR systems.
• Ensure safe administration of medications per NMC standards.
• Keep accurate nursing records in line with regulations.
• Promote evidence-based practice and ongoing professional development.
• Support residents through one-to-one and group activities.
• Liaise with GPs and external healthcare professionals to ensure coordinated care.

Skills

NMC PIN

Clinical assessment

Medication administration

Personal care

Leadership

Communication

Documentation

IT skills

Education

NMC PIN

1 year nursing experience

Job description

Job Purpose

To provide high-quality, person-centred nursing care that reflects the philosophy, values, and standards of the Home

To act as the senior clinician on duty, ensuring the smooth and safe running of the Home.

To assess, plan, implement, and evaluate care plans

To support and supervise care staff

To ensure safe medicines management

To carry out or assist with personal care when required

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities & Qualifications

• Registered Nurse (RGN/RMN) with active NMC PIN without any restrictions to practise Minimum 1-year nursing experience.
• Knowledge Knowledge of NMC Standards of Proficiency Medicines management knowledge Understanding safeguarding and CQC and CI regulations Knowledge of dementia, mental health, and long-term conditions
• Skills Clinical assessment and planning Medication administration Personal care delivery Leadership and supervision Communication and documentation IT skills
• Abilities Work autonomously Provide person-centred care Manage emergencies Promote dignity and safeguarding

Hours Of Duty

Flexible shifts as rostered including weekends and bank holidays

Principal Responsibilities

• Ensure comprehensive assessment of service users’ needs, and lead on the development, implementation, and evaluation of personalised programmes of care, ensuring all interventions are fully and accurately documented.
• Monitor, review, and maintain accurate electronic care plans and eMAR systems, ensuring all clinical information is current and compliant.
• Maintain safe and effective administration of medications in accordance with NMC standards and the company policies, promptly reporting any errors or concerns to the Senior Nurse/appropriate manager.
• Maintain complete, accurate, and timely nursing and home records in line with professional and regulatory requirements.
• Ensure care practices reflect NMC standards, promoting ongoing review, development, and evidence-based practice.
• Monitor the use of all resources to ensure safe, cost‑effective, and efficient care delivery appropriate to the needs of residents.
• Maintain regular personal contact with residents through one‑to‑one interactions and group activities to support wellbeing.
• Liaise effectively with GPs, external healthcare professionals, families, and other stakeholders to promote coordinated, high‑quality care.
• Ensure all visiting professionals are appropriately recorded.

Leadership & Operational Responsibilities

• Take charge of the Home when required in the absence of the designated person with overall responsibility.
• Undertake on‑call duties as required, providing guidance and support to staff across the Home.
• Ensure effective handovers and promote clear communication between all grades of staff to ensure continuity and quality of resident care.
• Report any shortfalls, risks, or concerns related to service delivery or resident safety to the person in charge or management team promptly.
• Support internal audits and quality monitoring processes as required.
• Help ensure the Home remains compliant with relevant regulatory bodies, including the Care Inspectorate (CI) in Scotland or the Care Quality Commission (CQC) in England.
• Promote the Home positively, supporting marketing and reputation-building activities as required.
• Adhere to and promote all Abbey Healthcare policies and procedures.
• Uphold the NMC Code of Conduct at all times.

Education & Professional Development

• Support the induction, orientation, and ongoing training of new and existing staff, promoting a positive learning environment.
• Contribute to the continuous professional development of the Home by supporting evidence‑based practice and undertaking personal professional development.
• Ensure your NMC registration, PIN, and revalidation requirements are maintained and up to date.
• Attend and complete all mandatory training, in‑house training sessions, and required E-learning modules.

Communication & Team Support

• Attend staff, clinical, and multidisciplinary meetings, ensuring relevant information is communicated clearly to the wider team.
• Maintain positive and effective communication with all professionals, residents, relatives, and stakeholders involved in the care and management of the Home.
• Provide professional support and leadership to all grades of staff, fostering teamwork, respect and high standards of care.

Benefits

• Company pension
• Free parking
• On-site parking

Work Location

Work Location: In person