Registered Nurse - Lead Care & Team Support

Avery Healthcare Group; Swanley; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

A Registered Nurse is needed at Elvy Court Care Home in Sittingbourne to act as person in charge when required, delivering high standards of care to residents and supporting the care team. You will be responsible for medication, care planning, and coordinating daily care with families and GPs.

Requirements include First Level qualification, current NMC registration, and at least 2 years’ post-qualification experience with strong interpersonal skills.

Qualifications

• Hold a First Level qualification and current NMC Registration.
• Demonstrate a minimum 2 years’ experience and up-to-date knowledge of care, supported by relevant post-basic studies/qualification.
• Display good interpersonal skills and ability to instruct and demonstrate care activities.
• Have sound knowledge of care planning and its practical application.

Responsibilities

• Undertaking nursing tasks including distribution of medication, dressings, catheterisation, tube feeding and management of chronic medical conditions.
• Advising families of residents and GPs of any changes in condition, which gives rise to concern and keeps them informed and involved in choices for ongoing care.
• Responsibility for the effective deployment and supervision of staff within the care team, ensuring all tasks are completed during the period of duty and residents receive required care.
• Providing high standards of care by undertaking accurate assessment and planning.

Skills

NMC Registration

Care planning

Interpersonal skills

2+ years experience

Education

First Level qualification

Job description

A Registered Nurse is needed at Elvy Court Care Home in Sittingbourne to act as person in charge when required, delivering high standards of care to residents and supporting the care team. You will be responsible for medication, care planning, and coordinating daily care with families and GPs.

Requirements include First Level qualification, current NMC registration, and at least 2 years’ post-qualification experience with strong interpersonal skills.