Nurse in Preston

Job Purpose To provide high-quality nursing care to residents within care home settings, ensuring their health, safety, dignity and wellbeing are maintained at all times. The Agency Registered Nurse is responsible for delivering safe, effective and person-centred care, supporting residents with complex health needs and working collaboratively with care home staff and other healthcare professionals. Key Responsibilities Nursing Care * Assess, plan, implement and evaluate individual resident care plans. * Administer medication safely and in accordance with current legislation and care home policies. * Monitor residents’ health and recognise changes in their condition. * Carry out clinical observations and assessments. * Provide wound care, dressings and other clinical interventions within competence. * Manage long-term conditions and support residents with complex health needs. * Respond appropriately to emergencies and escalate concerns promptly. * Maintain accurate and up-to-date clinical records. Resident Wellbeing * Promote dignity, respect, independence and choice. * Deliver compassionate, person-centred care. * Support residents with dementia and other cognitive conditions. * Communicate effectively with residents, relatives and representatives. * Respect residents’ privacy, confidentiality and individual preferences. Professional Responsibilities * Work in accordance with NMC professional standards and the NMC Code. * Follow the care home’s policies, procedures and clinical protocols. * Maintain safe infection prevention and control practices. * Report accidents, incidents, safeguarding concerns and medication errors immediately. * Maintain professional boundaries and confidentiality. * Work effectively as part of the care home team. * Complete all required handovers before finishing a shift. * Ensure all agency timesheets and required documentation are completed accurately. Qualifications and Requirements * Current NMC registration as a Registered Nurse. * Relevant nursing qualification. * Previous experience in a care home or elderly care setting preferred. * Up-to-date clinical knowledge and skills. * Enhanced DBS (or willingness to undertake the required checks). * Right to work in the UK. * Relevant mandatory training, including safeguarding, infection control and moving and handling. * Excellent communication and organisational skills. * Ability to work independently and use initiative. Personal Attributes The successful candidate must: * Be reliable, punctual and professional. * Demonstrate a caring and compassionate approach. * Have excellent time-management skills. * Be confident working independently. * Adapt quickly to different care home environments. * Demonstrate flexibility and a positive attitude. * Maintain high standards of conduct and professionalism. This job description is intended as a guide to the main duties and responsibilities of the role. The nurse may be required to undertake other reasonable duties appropriate to their professional registration, training and competence