Registered Nurse (Relief) based at Chapel Fields, Frodsham

MHA; Ovingdean; On-site; GBP 2,904,000 - 4,136,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

30 days holiday (incl. bank holidays)

Pension scheme

Life assurance

Professional fees support

DBS checks free

Uniforms provided

Counselling support

Flexible annual leave options

Discounts and wellbeing apps

Induction and training

Career progression

Job summary

MHA is seeking a compassionate Relief Registered Nurse to join Chapel Fields care home in Frodsham. You will lead care delivery, supervise staff, and ensure person-centred, safe nursing for residents.

You will hold an NMC PIN, have experience supervising staff, and be skilled with care planning and IT systems. The role includes nights/weekends, offering £25.55 per hour and ongoing professional development.

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse with a current NMC PIN.
• Evidence of ongoing professional and clinical development.
• Experience supervising, training and supporting care staff.
• Practical knowledge of care planning.
• Good IT skills and confidence using electronic care systems.
• Strong communication, leadership and organisational skills.
• Flexible with nights and weekends.
• Experience with older people is desirable but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Lead assessment, planning, delivery and evaluation of high-quality nursing care for residents.
• Provide direct care when required and meet residents' personal and clinical needs.
• Develop and review person-centred care plans with residents and families.
• Manage and oversee medication safely and documentation.
• Lead, support and supervise care staff during shifts.
• Contribute to training, supervision and development of staff.
• Build relationships with residents, families and professionals.
• Escalate concerns, incidents or safeguarding issues per policy.
• Participate in quality assurance and service improvement activities.

Skills

NMC PIN

Leadership

Care planning

Staff supervision

IT / EHR systems

Communication

Flexibility

Older people care

Education

Nurse qualification

Tools

Electronic care systems

Job description

Registered Nurse (Relief) based at Chapel Fields, Frodsham

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.
• 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.

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

Chapel Fields care home in Frodsham

Chapel Fields is a caring and values-driven home where colleagues work as one team to support residents with compassion and dignity. The home's calm setting and focus on specialist dementia care provide a rewarding environment for colleagues who want to build confidence and develop their skills.

The culture is warm, inclusive and shaped by MHA's charitable foundations, encouraging collaboration, empathy and a shared commitment to helping residents live well. New colleagues quickly feel part of a supportive community that values their contribution.

For those seeking purposeful work and a positive team environment, Chapel Fields offers a fulfilling place to grow and thrive.

For more information about the home, please click here

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

Equality, diversity and inclusion

MHA are fully committed to the principles of equality, diversity and inclusion (EDI) as this is embedded in our values: respect, nurture and inspire. In addition, as a committed employer we have been awarded level 2 under the Disability Confident Scheme.