Our qualified nursing team are available 24 hours a day to provide medical and other forms of specialized support. Respecting older people and recognizing each resident as a unique individual, our nurses provide not just high-quality nursing skills, but truly person-centred care.
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.
- Prioritize 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 requesting professional visits when necessary
- Familiarizing yourself with, and strictly adhering to, company policy and procedure and Care Inspectorate guidelines
- Abiding by the Nursing and Midwifery Council's (NMC'S) code of professional conduct
Please note we are only accepting candidates with a UK active PIN, experience in the UK at least 1 year.
Requirements:
- Must be a registered nurse (current PIN number with NMC)
- A genuine desire to work with the elderly
- The ability to communicate clearly and concisely, along with excellent listening skills
- The ability to supervise other staff members comfortably and competently
- 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
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Benefits:
- Competitive salary based on experience and qualifications, between £20 per hour
- Comprehensive health insurance coverage
- Retirement savings plan with employer match
- Paid time off for vacation, sick leave, and holidays
- Continuing education opportunities for professional development
- Excellent supervision, peer support, learning opportunities and career prospects
- Free DBS check
- Paid access to the RCNi Learning platform
- 24/7 counseling and support
- Free onsite parking
- Free meal
- Employee discount scheme