Registered Nurse (Relief)

Mha (Methodist Homes); West of England; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 39,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

30 days holiday (incl. bank holidays)

Strong pension scheme & life assurance

Free DBS checks and uniforms

Counselling and chaplaincy support

Flexible annual leave options

Employee discounts (Blue Light Card, H

Job summary

MHA is seeking a compassionate Registered Nurse for Hartcliffe care home in Bristol. You will lead a care team, oversee delivery of high-quality nursing care and ensure compliance with NMC standards and MHA values. The role includes direct resident care, care planning and supporting staff development.

You will work in a relief capacity, covering shifts including nights and weekends, with a strong emphasis on person-centred care and collaboration with families and professionals.

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse with current NMC PIN.
• Experience supervising, training and supporting care staff.
• Experience with care planning and documentation.
• Good IT skills and confidence using electronic care systems.
• Leadership and communication skills; person-centred approach.

Responsibilities

• Lead assessment, planning, delivery and evaluation of nursing care for residents.
• Provide direct care to meet personal and clinical needs.
• Develop and review person-centred care and support plans with residents/families.
• Manage medication safely from ordering to administration and records.
• Maintain accurate nursing records.
• Lead and supervise care staff during shifts and promote professional practice.
• Contribute to training, supervision and development of staff.
• Build relationships with residents, families and external professionals.
• Escalate concerns and report safeguarding issues as per policy.
• Participate in quality assurance, audits and service improvement.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organisational skills

Staff supervision

IT skills

Education

NMC PIN

Tools

Electronic care systems

Job description

Location: Hartcliffe, Bristol

Hours: 0 hours per week (Relief)

Salary: £25.55 per hour

About the role

We are looking for a compassionate and committed Registered Nurse to join our team at MHA. This is a rewarding role where you will provide high-quality nursing care and leadership, supporting residents to live with dignity, comfort and purpose.

As a Registered Nurse, you will lead an allocated team, oversee care delivery and support the wider management team to ensure safe, effective and person-centred care in line with MHA’s values and professional standards.

What you will do

• Lead the assessment, planning, delivery and evaluation of high-quality nursing care for residents.
• Take responsibility for ensuring residents’ personal and clinical care needs are met, providing direct care where required.
• Develop, implement and review person-centred care and support plans in partnership with residents and families.
• Manage and oversee medication safely, from ordering and storage to administration and documentation, in line with NMC and organisational requirements.
• Maintain accurate, contemporaneous nursing records.
• Lead, support and supervise care staff during shifts, promoting high standards and professional practice.
• Contribute to training, supervision, appraisal and development of care staff.
• Build positive relationships with residents, families and external professionals, ensuring effective communication.
• Escalate and report concerns, incidents or safeguarding issues in line with policy and the NMC Code.
• Participate in quality assurance, audits and service improvement activities.

About you

We are looking for a confident, caring professional who is committed to delivering excellent nursing care.

You will bring:

• Registered Nurse qualification with a current NMC PIN.
• Evidence of ongoing professional and clinical development.
• Experience of supervising, training and supporting care staff.
• Practical knowledge and experience of care planning.
• Good IT skills and confidence using electronic care systems.
• Strong communication, leadership and organisational skills.
• Sensitivity to the needs of older people and a person-centred approach.
• A flexible approach to working shift patterns, including nights and weekends.
• Experience of working with older people is desirable but not essential, as full support and training will be provided.

Why join MHA?

You will be joining an organisation with strong values and a supportive culture, where nursing practice is built on compassion, professionalism and respect. At MHA, nurses are empowered to lead, develop and make a meaningful difference every day.

Rewards and benefits

In addition to a competitive hourly rate, you will enjoy:

• 30 days holiday (including bank holidays) and an option to buy annual leave (pro-rota for part time).
• A strong pension scheme and life assurance
• Support with professional fees in relevant roles
• Free DBS checks and uniforms
• Confidential counselling, chaplaincy support and access to our hardship fund
• Flexible options to buy or sell annual leave, plus family-friendly policies
• Discounts through the Blue Light Card, Health Service Discounts and the Vivup app
• A full induction, ongoing training, recognised qualifications and clear career progression
• Long service awards to celebrate your contribution

About the home

Hartcliffe care home in Bristol

Hartcliffe is a welcoming home with a strong sense of community, known for its warm team culture and supportive environment. Colleagues work closely together to provide high-quality care that promotes dignity, independence and wellbeing.

The home encourages collaboration, compassion and personal growth, reflecting MHA’s charitable values. New colleagues quickly feel at ease in the team, surrounded by people who are committed to helping them succeed.

For job seekers who want a purposeful role in a positive and team-oriented setting, Hartcliffe offers a rewarding opportunity to make a genuine difference.

For more information about the home, please click here

Where the role requires a Standard or Enhanced DBS check, the successful candidate will be required to join and maintain membership of the DBS Update Service. MHA will pay for the DBS check and will provide an additional payment through payroll equivalent to the standard annual Update Service subscription fee. Further details will be provided during onboarding.

Please note that interviews may take place prior to the closing date and if a suitable candidate is appointed the role may close early.

Recruitment agencies: please note, MHA do not accept unsolicited CVs from recruitment agencies, regardless of whether they are on our Preferred Supplier List (PSL). We only accept CVs from agencies that have been appointed and briefed by MHA’s Recruitment Team.