We are looking for a Registered Nurse to join our team and provide a person centred, needs led service to adults with a learning and/or physical disability at Sunflower House and Buttercup Lodge.
We use a person-centred approach focusing on supporting people to make their own choices, follow their own interests and gain independence. We empower people to choose how they want to live their life.
As a Nurse you will be required to: Work in line with The Health & Social Care Act 2014, and within the laws of Health and Safety.
Work within Contracts specifications as laid down by Commissioners from Local Authorities and Continuing Health.
Work collaboratively and co-operatively with others to meet the needs of the young people and their families.
Undertake duties which will involve direct nursing/non-nursing and housekeeping.
Ensure that the nursing care and practices in the Home reflect the care needed for adults with complex health needs.
You will be required to work across 3 of our services, all in relatively close proximity. Buttercup Lodge, Sunflower House and Rose Lodge
Responsible for delivering high-quality, person-centred medical care to residents
Conduct regular health assessments, manage medication rounds, dress wounds
Mentor and supervise support workers and seniors, coordinate shifts, and assist with staff training.
Multi-Disciplinary Collaboration - Act as the primary link between the care home and external healthcare professionals (GPs, social workers, and hospital staff).
Record Keeping -Maintain accurate, confidential clinical notes and documentation for every resident. Creating and updating support plans and assessments
Regulatory Compliance: Ensure the care home meets the strict health and social care standards
Core Skills Patient assessment- monitoring vital signs and identifying health issues
Medication administration- safe administration of medications and monitoring for side effects
Basic patient care- personal care, feeding, daily activities
Wound care and infection control
Emergency care- responding to acute situations
Time management in high intensity environment
Ongoing learning for CPD
Leadership skills- leading a team of carers
Critical thinking- making clinical decisions
Empathy and compassion
Organisational skills
Teamwork
Flexibility
About the Services Sunflower House is a 7-bed registered nursing home for adults, supporting both male and female from 18 years and above with complex health needs.
Buttercup Lodge is a 5-bed registered nursing home for adults, supporting both male and female from 18 years and above with complex health needs and/ABI.
Our staff are trained in caring for adults with complex care needs, such as Tracheostomy care, seizure management, administration of medications and emergency medications, oxygen, suction and palliative care.
We promote dignity and respect. We recognise individual needs, based on good assessments and review processes to ensure we remain up to date with changing needs in the care our residents require. There are registered nursing staff on shift 24 hours per day, they work across both Sunflower House and its neighbouring provision Buttercup Lodge. Our nursing staff have skills and training, in working with people with complex needs and learning disability and are supported by senior carers and other trained care staff. We have an ongoing training programme, to ensure continued quality of care.
Qualifications and Experience: RSCN/RN Child
RGN/EN
RNLD
Experience (preferable) for a minimum of 12 months.
What we can offer you as a Nurse: A rewarding and fulfilling career in care.
Pension.
Comprehensive training and development.
EAP for mental health and personal support advice.
Please note we do not offer Sponsorships.
We are committed to recruiting diverse, talented people, who share our passion for making a difference in peoples lives and supporting them to achieve their chosen goals and wishes.
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