Senior Registered Nurse, sponsorship provided

Skycare; Morley; On-site; GBP 52,348,800 - 57,859,200; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary based on experience

Paid breaks

Free DBS check

RCNi Learning platform

Counselling support

Onsite parking

Employee discount

Job summary

Skycare is seeking a Registered General Nurse for a 65-bed care home in Leeds. The role offers 36 hours per week with day shifts and 12-hour shifts, with sponsorship provided. The successful candidate must hold a UK active PIN (NMC) and have 1–2 years UK nursing home experience.

Salary starts at £21.25 per hour and includes paid breaks and UK work eligibility. The facility provides 24/7 nursing and residential care, with a focus on patient dignity, safeguarding, and collaborative care planning

Qualifications

• Must be a registered nurse (current PIN number with NMC)
• Right to work in the UK
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• A genuine desire to work with the elderly
• Strong clinical assessment and critical thinking skills
• Calm nature able to manage challenging situations
• Knowledge of Mental Capacity Act and Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards

Responsibilities

• Assess, plan and deliver nursing care with patient and carer/family involvement.
• Observe and engage with patients to assess needs and progress.
• Monitor and review Nursing Care plans and adapt to changes.
• Contribute to a team approach with MDT members.
• Participate in meetings and maintain safe environment.
• Ensure documentation is accurate and up to date.
• Adhere to NMCS code of professional conduct and policies

Job description

Registered General Nurse and Registered General l Nurse for our Nursing Home an 65-bed facility

SPONSORSHIP PROVIDED!

• Available Hours:36 hours per week
• Paid breaks
• Day shifts,12-hour shift
• Pay rate: £21.25 per hour
• Location: Leeds

Located in the centre of Leeds,our Care Home is a purpose-built, 62-room care home with an excellent outdoor area for residents to enjoy. Staff offer 24/7 nursing care, 24/7 residential care, end of life care, mental health care and physical disability care. Length of stay at this care home includes long‑term stay and respite care, giving residents the attention and support they need for however long is required.

About the Role:

Some of the responsibilities:

• Assess, plan and deliver, with the patient and their carer/family, nursing care which takes account of patient choice and wishes and acting as the patients named nurse.
• Accurately observe and engage with patients in order to assess their need and evaluate their progress.
• Monitor and review Nursing Care plans.
• Evaluate and respond to changes in patient condition and needs.
• Deal proactively and effectively with suggestions and complaints from patients and their families / carers.
• Contribute to a team approach to patient care in conjunction with all members of the Multi-Disciplinary team.
• Participate in regular clinical and non-clinical meetings and attend other meetings as requested.
• Prioritise nursing duties and delegate appropriately and effectively within the shift co-ordination Framework, working as nurse in charge as required, ensuring as far as reasonable practicable a safe environment.
• Develops and maintains a good professional relationship with patients, colleagues and visitors responding promptly and courteously to requests, enquiries and suggestions.
• Helps to promote and to maintain an environment conducive to meeting the needs of the patient / relatives and carers.
• Participate in clinical supervision and reflective practice at least Monthly.
• Work in accordance with safeguarding adult and children policies and requirements.
• Ensure the requirements of the Mental Health, Capacity Act and Deprivation of Liberty Standards are met.
• Planning, implementing, and supervising the provision of quality care
• Maintaining the required medical documentation
• Upholding residents rights to privacy, dignity and choice
• Reporting any ill health among the residents and request professional visits when necessary
• Familiarising yourself with, and strictly adhering to, company policy and procedure and Care Inspectorate guidelines
• Abiding by the Nursing and Midwifery Councils (NMCS) code of professional conduct

Please note we are only accepting candidates with a UK active PIN, experience in the UK at least 1-2 years in a Nursing home

The main requirements for this role are:

• Must be a registered nurse (current PIN number with NMC)
• Right to work in the UK
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• A genuine desire to work with the elderly
• Strong clinical assessment and critical thinking skills
• Someone with a calm nature who can deal with, and defuse, challenging situations
• Knowledgeable about assessment, admission and discharge processes
• Knowledgeable of the Mental Capacity Act and Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards and committed to working within its Codes of Practice.
• Ability to remain calm and composed in high-stress situations

Benefits:

• Salary based on experience and qualifications,starting at£21.25 per hour
• Retirement savings plan with employer match
• Paid time off for vacation, sick leave, and holidays
• Continuing education opportunities for professional development
• Free DBS check
• Paid access to the RCNi Learning platform
• 24/7 counselling and support
• Free onsite parking
• Employee discount scheme

We are an equal opportunity employer, advertising numerous vacancies on behalf of our service users.