Staff Nurse

Nu-Gen Healthcare; Northern Ireland; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare recruitment agency in Northern Ireland is seeking qualified staff nurses (RNs) to provide high-quality care in nursing homes. The role requires a valid NMC PIN and at least two years of experience with elderly residents. The ideal candidate will monitor vital signs, maintain care plans, and collaborate with team members to enhance patient care. Competitive rates and supportive work environment included.

Qualifications

• 2 years' experience working with elderly people in a nursing home environment.
• Mandatory training courses.
• Valid permit to work in the UK.

Responsibilities

• Monitor residents' vital signs and conditions.
• Ensure appropriate individual care is given to residents.
• Maintain accurate drug records and administer medication.
• Report and document accidents.

Skills

Registered Nursing Qualification (RN)

Good clinical and organisational skills

Good communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills

Sound knowledge of current issues in elderly care

Education

Valid NMC PIN

Evidence of continual professional and personal development

Job description

Nu Gen Healthcare Agency is a leading specialist recruitment agency in Northern Ireland, providing a wide range of recruitment services to public and private healthcare organisations.

Job Overview

Our client is seeking qualified staff nurses (RNs) for their nursing homes. The ideal candidates will report to the team leader and have experience working with elderly people in a nursing home environment.

Please note that we have a policy on the recruitment of ex-offenders, as per the Access NI Code of Practice. We also have a policy on the secure handling, use, storage, and retention of disclosure information.

Responsibilities

• Monitor residents' vital signs and conditions, maintaining high clinical competence.
• Ensure appropriate individual care is given to residents, according to their care plans.
• Deliver the highest standards of care possible to residents.
• Maintain accurate drug records and administer medication.
• Report and document accidents, providing professional nursing care in accordance with RQIA requirements.
• Maintain and update accurate individualized care plans for residents.
• Work as part of a team, maintaining good communication with residents, visitors, and colleagues.
• Be flexible in shift patterns and undertake other duties as necessary.

Skills and Qualifications

• Registered Nursing Qualification (RN)
• 2 years' experience working with elderly people in a nursing home environment
• Valid NMC PIN
• Mandatory training courses
• Good clinical and organisational skills
• Valid permit to work in the UK
• Good communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills
• Knowledge of computer use in documentation
• Commitment to organisational values
• Understanding of care management processes or willingness to learn
• Ability to think proactively and manage time effectively
• Evidence of continual professional and personal development
• Liaise confidently and effectively with others
• Sound knowledge of current issues in elderly care
• Ability to complete an enhanced disclosure check (Access NI)

Further Information

If you have the skills, attitude, and experience for this role, please register at https://forms.office.com/e/bNA1ngcaqZ and send your CV to [e-mail] or call us on 07465 288480.

Job Details: Agency Staff Nurse-RN, Location: Northern Ireland, Rate: £28.20-£47.00, Bank holidays: negotiable, Reporting to: Home Manager and Agency Manager, Job setting: Nursing Home, Area: Derry or Londonderry

Closing date: 06 Nov 2025