Registered Nurse Manager - Dementia Care (Residential)

Macklin Care Homes Limited; Belfast; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in Belfast seeks an experienced Registered Nurse Manager for their Residential Dementia Care Unit. This role involves leading a dedicated team, ensuring top-notch care, and compliance with standards. The ideal candidate should have current NMC registration and significant experience in dementia care. Opportunities for career development and a supportive environment are provided.

Benefits

Comprehensive paid induction programme

Career development opportunities

Employee Assistance Programme

Health and well-being initiatives

Qualifications

• Experience managing complex dementia care needs.
• Ability to collaborate with residents, families, and multi-disciplinary teams.
• Proficiency in developing comprehensive care plans.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations of the dementia care unit.
• Lead and support the care team.
• Conduct audits to monitor care standards.
• Deliver training and support to staff.

Skills

Registered Nurse (Adult, Mental Health, or General Nursing)

Knowledge of Mental Capacity Act

Team leadership skills

IT skills (Microsoft Office Suite)

Experience in dementia care

Education

Current NMC registration

Job description

Important Information

Location: Anderson Unit, Our Lady's Care Home, Northern Ireland
Date Posted: 15 September 2025
Closing Date: 10 October 2025
Industry: Healthcare
Job Type: Full time
Salary: Based on Experience

Registered Nurse Manager - Dementia Care (Residential)

Can you make a real difference in the lives of others?

At Macklin Care Homes, you will work as part of an award-winning team valued for your contribution, with opportunities for career development, and a friendly and rewarding working environment. If you are a compassionate person who cares with heart, we would love to hear from you.

We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced and registered Nurse Manager to lead our Residential Dementia Care Unit at Our Lady's Care Home, Belfast.

In this key leadership role, the successful candidate will use their compassion, expertise, and management skills to help deliver the exceptional levels of care and support Macklin Care Homes are known for.

About the role

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee the daily operations of the residential dementia care unit, ensuring safe, high-quality, and person-centred care.
• Lead, inspire, and support a dedicated care team to deliver compassionate dementia care that promotes dignity, independence, and well-being.
• Guide best practices in dementia care, supporting a person-centred approach tailored to individual resident needs.
• Conduct audits and quality assurance checks to monitor standards of dementia care, ensuring continuous improvement and compliance with regulatory RQIA requirements.
• Ensure compliance with RQIA regulatory requirements and dementia care standards, maintaining a safe and supportive environment.
• Deliver training, coaching, and ongoing support to staff to enhance their knowledge, skills, and confidence in dementia care.
• Manage budgets and resources efficiently, working in collaboration with Deputy Nurse Managers and Finance.
• Collaborate with external agencies and stakeholders to optimise care pathways.

Essential Criteria:

• Experienced Registered Nurse (Adult, Mental Health, or General Nursing) with a current NMC registration.
• Experience in a similar setting, managing complex dementia care needs.
• Strong knowledge of the Mental Capacity Act (NI 2016) and other relevant dementia care legislation and best practice guidance.
• Ability to collaborate with a challenging resident group in a positive manner, including identifying and managing stressful situations.
• Experience in delivering clinical supervision and leadership, supporting and developing staff teams.
• Ability to work collaboratively with residents, families, and multi-disciplinary teams, ensuring holistic and person-centred care.
• Skilled in developing and reviewing comprehensive care plans, ensuring they are personalised, effective, and clearly communicated.
• Proficient in IT skills, including the use of Microsoft Office Suite and electronic care planning systems.
• Ability to work flexibly to meet the needs of the business and willingness to undertake additional duties dependent upon the needs of the role.
• Demonstrate a good command of written and spoken English.
• Right to work and live in the UK.

Company benefits

• Collaborating with an award-winning team with family values.
• A comprehensive paid induction programme.
• A wide variety of training is provided.
• Career development opportunities.
• Flexibility of shifts.
• Employee Assistance Programme.
• Discounted rates at Malone Hotel, Belfast.
• Health and well-being initiatives, including team-building initiatives.
• Free car parking and uniform.
• Incentives for employee referrals.

*T&Cs will apply.

Ensure your CV is up to date, as this is required for the interview process.

Sponsorship for this role is not offered. Applications requiring sponsorship will not be considered.

Interviews may take place before the job advertisement closes. Submit your application promptly as the role may close early if a suitable candidate is appointed. In addition, we also reserve the right to enhance the criteria at the shortlisting stage.

An Enhanced Access NI Check will be required for this post. If successful, please be aware that we do have a policy on the recruitment of ex-offenders. As per the Access NI Code of Practice, Macklin Care Homes also has a policy on the secure handling, use, storage, and retention of disclosure information. Copies of these documents, along with the Access NI Code of Practice, are available upon request by contacting the HR Department.

It is Macklin Care Homes' Policy that any existence of a criminal conviction will not necessarily lead to the withdrawal of a job offer, but the failure to disclose all criminal convictions fully and accurately will lead to the withdrawal of a job offer.

We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive team that reflects the communities we serve.

Macklin Care Homes is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

What you will need

Required criteria

• Experienced Registered Nurse (Adult, Mental Health, or General Nursing) with a current NMC registration.
• Experience in a similar setting, managing complex dementia care needs.
• Strong knowledge of the Mental Capacity Act (NI 2016) and other relevant dementia care legislation and best practice guidance.
• Ability to collaborate with a challenging resident group in a positive manner, including identifying and managing stressful situations.
• Experience in delivering clinical supervision and leadership, supporting, and developing staff teams.
• Ability to work collaboratively with residents, families, and multi-disciplinary teams, ensuring holistic and person-centred care.
• Skilled in developing and reviewing comprehensive care plans, ensuring they are personalised, effective, and clearly communicated.
• Proficient in IT skills, including the use of Microsoft Office Suite and electronic care planning systems.
• Ability to work flexibly to meet the needs of the business and willingness to undertake additional duties dependent upon the needs of the role.
• Demonstrate a good command of written and spoken English.
• Right to work and live in the UK.

Desired criteria

• Additional training in dementia care, leadership, or healthcare management.

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