Registered Nurse – Days

To achieve the highest possible standard of care in a professional manner through direct nursing care and effective supervision of Staff Members. To take management responsibility for a shift as directed.

SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE & QUALIFICATIONS

Required

• 1st Level Nurse
• Ability to communicate effectively at all levels
• Genuine interest in working with the relevant Client group
• DBS

Desired

• Team player
• Experience and qualification in care for relevant Client category
• Previous supervisory experience

MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES

Care

• Ensure that all Staff Members contribute, to the best of their ability, to the efficient running of the Care Centre and the creation of an atmosphere conducive to the best interests of the Clients. Duties may include acting up for the Deputy Home Manager and/or the General Manager in their absence.
• Report any ill health amongst Clients and make requests for GP / Professional visits where necessary
• Ensure that Clients’ Care Plans are completed and maintained in conjunction with Clients, Relatives and other Health Care Professionals, and in accordance with NMC guidelines & Company policy
• Assess all aspects of Clients’ care needs, and provide health supervision and direct Nursing Care when required
• Assess social and health care needs of new Clients, and maintain on-going assessment and review of all other Clients
• Maintain accurate records and ensure that each Client within the Care Centre has an individualised Care Plan. Client Care Plans to be reviewed on a bi-monthly basis, or more frequently as and when required, in accordance with NMC guidelines & Company policy
• Carry out regular checks on Clients at intervals determined by the General Manager. Ensure a clear and concise handover report is given to all relevant Staff Members at the end of each shift
• Administer prescribed medicines and document the same in accordance with the Company’s procedure and NMC guidelines.