Registered Nurse - Care Home

Key Health; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A care health service provider is seeking an experienced Registered Nurse to join their team temporarily, delivering high-quality care in a care home setting. You will provide person-centered nursing for elderly residents, collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, and ensure accurate documentation. Candidates must hold a valid NMC registration and possess strong communication skills. Competitive pay and flexible shifts are offered.

Qualifications

• Previous experience working in a care home or similar setting is preferred.
• Experience with elderly or dementia care is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Provide person-centered nursing care to elderly residents.
• Administer medication and treatments following guidelines.
• Conduct regular assessments and update care plans.
• Collaborate with care staff, families, and external professionals.
• Maintain accurate documentation of care provided.
• Uphold safeguarding procedures for residents.
• Provide guidance and support to care assistants.

Skills

Compassionate approach

Strong communication skills

Ability to work independently

Flexibility for varying shifts

Education

Active NMC Registration as a Registered Nurse (Adult)

Job description

Overview

We are seeking an experienced and dedicated Registered Nurse to join our team on a temporary/agency basis to provide high-quality care in a care home setting. You will work flexibly across shifts, ensuring residents receive exceptional nursing care while promoting dignity, respect, and independence.

Responsibilities

• Deliver High-Quality Care: Provide person-centered nursing care to elderly residents, ensuring their physical, emotional, and social needs are met.
• Administer Medication and Treatments: Follow best practice and NMC guidelines for safe medication administration and nursing interventions.
• Monitor and Assess Residents: Conduct regular assessments, update care plans, and respond to changes in residents conditions promptly.
• Collaborate with Multidisciplinary Teams: Work effectively with care staff, families, GPs, and external professionals to ensure continuity of care.
• Record Keeping: Maintain accurate, timely documentation of care provided, medication administered, and incidents in compliance with legal and regulatory requirements.
• Safeguarding and Safety: Uphold safeguarding procedures and ensure a safe environment for all residents and staff.
• Mentor and Support Staff: Provide guidance and support to care assistants and new team members as required.

Essential Requirements

• Qualifications: Active NMC Registration as a Registered Nurse (Adult).
• Experience: Previous experience working in a care home, nursing home, or similar setting is preferred.
• Experience with elderly or dementia care is highly desirable.
• Skills & Attributes: Compassionate, patient-centered approach.
• Skills & Attributes: Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Skills & Attributes: Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Skills & Attributes: Flexibility to work varying shifts, including weekends and nights if required.

Additional Information

• Employment Type: Temporary/Agency
• Location: Care Homes in Huddersfield
• Hours: Flexible, shift-based (Days/Nights)
• Pay: Competitive hourly rates, dependent on shift and location.