Registered Nurse (Newly Qualified or Experienced) - Matthews Neuro-Rehabilitation Unit – Matthe[...] in Loughborough

Pay: £19.80 - £21.15 per hour depending on experience

Location: Matthews Neuro-Rehabilitation Specialist Unit, Epinal Way Care Centre, Loughborough

Shifts: 40.00 hours per week (shift-based rota over 7 days including weekends and public holidays)

As a Registered Nurse with Rushcliffe Care Group, you will be part of the clinical team responsible for delivering safe, effective, person-centred care. This advert is open to both newly qualified nurses and experienced nurses. The role offered, and rate of pay, will depend on your registration, experience, competence, and suitability for the needs of the service.

What We Offer

• Structured induction and ongoing support to ensure you are confident and effective in your role.
• Access to training and opportunities to develop within a well-established organisation.
• Be part of a team where your contribution has a direct impact on service user experience.

Join Rushcliffe Care Group and help us provide exceptional care and support to our residents. With over 35 years of experience, we are committed to delivering high-quality care to some of the most vulnerable members of our community, creating a safe, welcoming, and supportive environment for all.

All roles are subject to an enhanced DBS check, the cost of which is covered by Rushcliffe Care.

The Role

As a Registered Nurse, you will support the delivery of high-quality clinical care within a structured and person-centred environment. You will work as part of the nursing and multidisciplinary team, supporting service users with their physical health, mental health, behavioural needs, clinical care and daily wellbeing.

For newly qualified nurses, the role will include support through preceptorship, with supervision from an experienced nurse preceptor while you develop confidence, clinical competence and leadership skills.

For experienced nurses, the role will include a greater focus on shift leadership, clinical decision-making, staff support, audits, observations of practice and contributing to effective care governance within the service.

Your Key Responsibilities Will Include

• Delivering safe, effective and person-centred nursing care.
• Completing assessments, care planning, implementation and evaluation of care.
• Administering and managing medication safely and in line with policy.
• Monitoring service users’ health, including observations, NEWS2 and signs of deterioration.
• Maintaining accurate, clear and timely records of care.
• Supporting service users with dignity, compassion and respect.
• Working closely with families, colleagues and external professionals.
• Supporting safeguarding, infection prevention and health and safety standards.
• Contributing to audits, governance, incident reporting and continuous improvement.
• Supporting the effective organisation of the shift and safe allocation of staff.
• Maintaining your own professional development and NMC revalidation requirements.

About You

• Current NMC registration as an RMN, RN or RNLD.
• For newly qualified applicants, completion of a nursing degree and active NMC PIN.
• For experienced nurse applicants, at least 18 months’ NMC registration is expected.
• A clear understanding of professional accountability under the NMC Code.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
• The ability to work as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• A commitment to safe, person-centred care.
• Confidence in medication management, care planning and clinical record keeping.
• Willingness to complete mandatory training and maintain clinical competence.

Join the Rushcliffe Care Group and play an important role in providing exceptional care to our service users.

About The Service

Matthews Neuro-Rehabilitation Specialist Unit is a 38 bedded unit offering a Multi-Disciplinary approach. We offer person-centred care and support for individuals with acquired and traumatic brain injury, progressive neurological conditions, spinal cord injuries and palliative care.

You will be part of a multidisciplinary team including nursing, psychiatry, psychology, and allied health professionals, working together to deliver structured, recovery-focused care in a safe and therapeutic environment.

What We Offer

• Structured induction and ongoing clinical support to ensure you are confident and effective in your role.
• Supervision, training, and opportunities to develop within a growing service, including progression into leadership roles.
• Be part of a new service where standards, culture, and practice are being actively shaped, giving you the opportunity to contribute and influence how the service develops.

What Our Values Mean In Practice

At Rushcliffe Care Group, our values guide everything we do. Through Reputable Care, we deliver safe, high-quality nursing care that promotes the health, wellbeing, and dignity of our service users. We show Respect and Compassion by providing person-centred care with kindness, empathy, and professionalism. Robust Communication enables us to work effectively with colleagues, families, and healthcare professionals to achieve the best outcomes. Our Real Commitment is demonstrated through accountability, clinical excellence, and dedication to delivering outstanding care every day.

Equal Opportunities Statement

Rushcliffe Care Group is committed to being an equal opportunities employer. We value diversity and are dedicated to creating an inclusive workplace where all individuals are treated with dignity and respect, in line with the Equality Act 2010. We encourage applications from all sections of the community, regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage or civil partnership status, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation. Employment decisions are based on individual merit, qualifications, and the needs of the service.

If you require any adjustments to the recruitment process, please let us know so we can support you.