Care Home Nurse

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99Job Description:

Care Home Nurse

Night Shifts

As a Care Home Nurse, you will play a crucial role in providing high-quality nursing care to our residents. Working closely with other nurse practitioners, you will ensure that care services consistently meet high standards, respecting the dignity and promoting the independence of each resident. Your primary responsibility is the well-being and health of the elderly or individuals with various medical conditions in our care home.

Benefits

• Comprehensive induction and training programme.
• Opportunities for career development and progression.
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Blue Light Card Scheme. Reimbursement of the enrolment fee of this fantastic scheme that offers discounts on holidays, days out and over 15,000 national brands.
• Payment of full DBS disclosure
• Uniform provided 
• Enhanced rates of pay for bank holidays 
• Paid breaks – we think it’s essential that all staff can take breaks without fear of losing money, so we pay for you to have a break during working hours.
• Annual NMC PIN renewal paid

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

• Work as part of an efficient team, adhering to the policies and procedures and NMC guidelines.
• Engage in professional development through training, meetings, and supervisions.
• Comply with all relevant regulations and company policies, including health and safety, infection control, and safeguarding.

• Assess residents’ needs and administer medication and treatments per NMC guidelines and company policies.
• Report any health concerns among residents and request professional visits when necessary.
• Complete and maintain care plans in conjunction with residents, relatives, and other healthcare professionals.
• Provide direct nursing care, health supervision, and ongoing assessments.
• Maintain accurate records and ensure timely updates of resident care plans.

• Support and mentor new staff members, offering guidance and training as needed.

Skills and Experience:

• Knowledge of nursing practices, medication administration, and wound care.
• Effective communication and empathy with residents, families, and the care team.
• Strong organisational and time-management skills.
• Patience, compassion, and a genuine interest in caring for older adults.
• Flexibility to work various shifts, including evenings, nights, and weekends.

For further information please email   or call

Location: Northamptonshire