This is a night-shift Registered Nurse post at Spencer House Care Home, run by Avery Healthcare Group. The nurse acts as person in charge overnight, covering for the manager when needed and overseeing the care team across the shift. Clinical work includes medication, dressings, catheterisation, tube feeding and managing long-term conditions, with families and GPs kept informed of changes. Current NMC registration is essential, and the role carries a DBS check.
What the job involves
- Act as person in charge, standing in for the Manager as required and acting on their behalf
- Ensure high standards of care to residents
- Undertake nursing tasks including distribution of medication, dressings, catheterisation, tube feeding and management of chronic medical conditions
- Advise families of residents and GPs of changes in condition that give cause for concern, keeping them informed and involved in care choices
- Deploy and supervise care team staff so that all tasks are completed during the duty period and residents receive required care
- Provide high standards of care through accurate assessment and care planning
What’s required
Qualifications
- First Level qualification
- Relevant post-basic studies or qualification supporting care experience
Registration & licences
- Current NMC registration
Experience
- Minimum 2 years' experience with up-to-date knowledge of care
Skills & knowledge
- Good interpersonal skills and ability to instruct and demonstrate care activities
- Sound knowledge of care planning and its practical application
Checks & eligibility
- DBS disclosure check
- Proof of eligibility to work in the UK
Other
- Lives the Avery values of caring, supportive, honest, respectful and accountable
What’s offered
- Opportunities to learn and develop throughout your career
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Contact Details:
The Methodist Church in Britain Recruitment Team
