At a Glance
- Tasks: Provide compassionate nursing care and support to residents in a vibrant care home.
- Company: A leading care home in Leeds, dedicated to quality resident care.
- Benefits: Competitive pay, paid time off, professional development, and employee discounts.
- Other info: Sponsorship available for the right candidate; dynamic team environment.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in the lives of elderly residents while growing your nursing career.
- Qualifications: Must be a registered nurse with UK experience and excellent communication skills.
The predicted salary is between 21.25 - 21.25 £ per hour.
Registered General Nurse for our Nursing Home, a 65-bed facility. Sponsorship provided!
Available Hours: 36 hours per week
Pay rate: £21.25 per hour
Location: Leeds
Located in the centre of Leeds, our Care Home is a purpose-built, 62-room care home with an excellent outdoor area for residents to enjoy. Staff offer 24/7 nursing care, 24/7 residential care, end of life care, mental health care and physical disability care. Length of stay at this care home includes long-term stay and respite care, giving residents the attention and support they need for however long is required.
About the Role:
- Assess, plan and deliver nursing care which takes account of patient choice and wishes, acting as the patient's named nurse.
- Accurately observe and engage with patients to assess their needs and evaluate their progress.
- Monitor and review Nursing Care plans.
- Evaluate and respond to changes in patient condition and needs.
- Deal proactively and effectively with suggestions and complaints from patients and their families/carers.
- Contribute to a team approach to patient care in conjunction with all members of the Multi-Disciplinary team.
- Participate in regular clinical and non-clinical meetings and attend other meetings as requested.
- Prioritise nursing duties and delegate appropriately within the shift co-ordination framework, working as nurse in charge as required.
- Develop and maintain a good professional relationship with patients, colleagues and visitors.
- Help to promote and maintain an environment conducive to meeting the needs of the patient/relatives and carers.
- Participate in clinical supervision and reflective practice at least monthly.
- Work in accordance with safeguarding adult and children policies and requirements.
- Ensure the requirements of the Mental Health, Capacity Act and Deprivation of Liberty Standards are met.
- Plan, implement, and supervise the provision of quality care.
- Maintain the required medical documentation.
- Uphold residents' rights to privacy, dignity and choice.
- Report any ill health among the residents and request professional visits when necessary.
- Familiarise yourself with, and strictly adhere to, company policy and procedure and Care Inspectorate guidelines.
- Abide by the Nursing and Midwifery Council's (NMC) code of professional conduct.
Main Requirements:
- Must be a registered nurse (current PIN number with NMC).
- Right to work in the UK.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- A genuine desire to work with the elderly.
- Strong clinical assessment and critical thinking skills.
- Ability to remain calm and composed in high-stress situations.
- Knowledgeable about assessment, admission and discharge processes.
- Knowledgeable of the Mental Capacity Act and Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards.
Benefits:
- Salary based on experience and qualifications, starting at £21.25 per hour.
- Retirement savings plan with employer match.
- Paid time off for vacation, sick leave, and holidays.
- Continuing education opportunities for professional development.
- Free DBS check.
- Paid access to the RCNi Learning platform.
- 24/7 counselling and support.
- Free onsite parking.
- Employee discount scheme.
We are an equal opportunity employer, advertising numerous vacancies on behalf of our service users.
We think you need these skills to ace Senior Registered Nurse, sponsorship provided
Registered Nurse (current PIN number with NMC)
Clinical Assessment Skills
Critical Thinking Skills
Communication Skills
Interpersonal Skills
Patient Care Planning
Monitoring Patient Condition
