Relief Registered Staff Nurse (Days and Nights)

Macklin Care Homes | Care Home Group in Northern Ireland; Belfast City District; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Induction programme

Training opportunities

Career development

Flexible shifts

Employee assistance programme

Hotel discounts for Malone Belfast

Wellbeing initiatives

Free parking and uniform

Referral incentives

Job summary

Macklin Care Homes is seeking Registered Staff Nurses (days & nights) on a relief basis at Our Lady's Home, Belfast. You will deliver nursing care, administer medicines, and maintain resident records with a patient-centered approach in a compliant, supportive environment.

Requirements include active NMC registration (RGN/RMN/RNLD), care-home experience, and flexibility to cover shifts. We offer induction, training, and progression opportunities within a values-driven team.

Qualifications

• Must be a Registered Nurse with active NMC registration (RGN, RMN, or RNLD).
• Experience as a Registered Nurse in a care home or residential setting.
• Knowledge of PREPP, Primary Nursing, Care Planning; dealing with elderly care.
• Familiarity with RQIA, HSCT, and health & safety guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality care aligned with regulatory requirements.
• Administer medicines and maintain accurate resident records.
• Develop tailored care plans and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams.
• Use professional judgment to make clinical decisions and support care staff.

Skills

NMC Registration

Right to work in UK

English communication

Education

NMC Registered Nurse (RN)

Job description

Job Description

Location: Our Ladys Home, 68 Ard Na Va Road

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. Our residents are at the heart of our homes; we are inspired not only by their stories and experiences of years past but also by knowing that we are making a real difference in their lives.

Our Lady's Care Home is currently recruiting for Registered Staff Nurses (days & nights) on a relief basis.

As a valued and respected member of the nursing team, you will be responsible for delivering excellence in care in compliance with the Company, NMC, RQIA, and HSCT requirements. You will be trusted to ensure the health and well-being of residents by creating a safe and supportive environment that will enhance their quality of life. Responsibilities will range from developing tailored care plans, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams, relying on your professional judgment to make clinical decisions, administering medicines, maintaining resident records, and providing professional support to care staff.

About The Role

Essential Criteria

• Must be a Registered Nurse (RGN, RMN, or RNLD) with a current, active registration with the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC).
• Hands-on experience working as a Registered Nurse in a care home or residential care environment.
• Current PREPP, Primary Nursing, Care Planning, and The Patients Charter; dealing with problems associated with the elderly.
• Knowledge of regulatory requirements, including RQIA, HSCT, and health and safety guidelines.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team.
• Ability to manage and prioritise workload efficiently while maintaining high standards of care.
• Compassionate, empathetic, and patient-centred approach to care.
• Commitment to promoting and safeguarding the well‑being of residents.
• Ability to work set hours and be flexible to meet the needs of the organisation.
• Must have a good command of written and spoken English and a valid work permit.
• Be in good general medical health (medically fit).

Desirable Criteria

• Management skills are required for a care team.

Company Benefits

• Collaborate with an award‑winning team with family values.
• Enjoy a fully paid induction programme to help you transition smoothly into your role.
• Access to a wide variety of training opportunities to support professional growth.
• Career development opportunities.
• Flexibility of shifts.
• Access to the Employee Assistance Programme for mental health and well‑being support.
• Discounted rates at Malone Hotel, Belfast.
• Health and wellbeing initiatives, including team‑building initiatives.
• Free car parking and uniform*.
• Incentives for employee referrals*.
• T&Cs will apply.

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

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 the 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.

Skills Needed

About The Company

Macklin Care Homes – Caring with Heart for Over 30 Years

For over 30 years, Macklin Care Homes have been dedicated to providing exceptional care. We bring decades of experience, knowledge, and expertise to every individual we support. But we are not just another care home—we are family‑first. Everyone who comes through our doors—residents, staff, relatives, and suppliers—is treated as part of one big caring community.

We Proudly Operate Six Care Homes Across Northern Ireland

• Arlington, Our Lady's, and Parkmanor Oaks – Belfast
• Milesian Manor – Magherafelt
• Ratheane – Coleraine
• Leabank – Ballycastle

Our vision is to make a genuine, positive impact on the lives of people in our local communities. We strive to be the trusted care provider that families choose with confidence. Through dedication, passion, and commitment, we care with heart—creating an environment where people feel safe, loved, and respected.

At Macklin Care Homes, we aim to be the preferred choice in the community—where families know their loved ones are in the best hands.

Company Culture

Make a Real Difference – Join Macklin Care Homes

Do you want to make a genuine difference in the lives of others? At Macklin Care Homes, we are always looking for passionate, caring individuals to join our team—and in return, we will help bring out the very best in you.

As part of our award‑winning team, you will be valued for your contribution and supported with opportunities for career development, all within a friendly and rewarding working environment.

Our residents are at the heart of everything we do. We are inspired by their stories, their experiences, and the knowledge that our care truly makes a difference in their lives.

Guided by a strong set of core values, we cultivate a culture of respect, dedication, and compassion. These values ensure that residents and their families remain at the centre of all our efforts.

We are proud of the positive, caring culture we live by every day. If you are compassionate, committed, and care with heart, we would love to hear from you. Join us, and be part of a team that truly makes a difference.

For all recruitment‑related enquiries, please contact our Recruitment Team at: [e-mail]

Required Criteria

• RGM/RMN qualification.
• NMC Registration.
• Hands‑on clinical experience as a Registered Nurse within a care home or residential care setting.
• Flexibility to work shifts, including evenings, weekends, and public holidays as per business need.
• Right to work and live in the UK.

Desired Criteria

• Demonstrable leadership and team management skills, with the ability to motivate and support staff effectively.

Closing Date

Wednesday 30th September, 2026

Contract Type

fulltime

Salary

£23.26 Hourly