Job Description

Rota for this post: Shift Times 07.00 - 19.00 Week 1 Monday + Tuesday / Week 2 Monday + Wednesday

Job Purpose

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Reporting to the Clinical Care Manager, the registered nurse (RN) is responsible for ensuring a high level of care is provided to our residents and that they comply with the NMC code of conduct and the company policies and procedures.

The RN will provide strong clinical knowledge and leadership to ensure the highest standards are achieved in the delivery of care within the home including person-centered, clinical care, and dementia care.

Main Duties and Responsibilities

Leadership and Management

Assist the Clinical Care Manager with responsibility for clinical care in the home. Assist with the recruitment and training of the clinical team; ensuring training targets are met and the teams are competent in their roles. Inspire the clinical team to deliver outcomes for the home. Ensure that all supervision, appraisal, and performance management of the clinical team, support them to achieve their potential. Lead the clinical team to ensure they are aligned with the

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vision. Ensure any requirements from internal and external audits are actioned within the timescales required. Ensure that all rotas are maintained, ensuring efficient and effective use of staffing resources following company policies.

Clinical Care

Assist care delivery in the home, to ensure continuous assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of resident's care. Assist with ensuring care plans are regularly audited and that they are appropriate to the resident's needs and reflect the care being delivered. Ensure medication is ordered and administered in line with company policies and procedures and the NMC guidelines. Ensure that all regulatory and statutory requirements are met, and company policies and procedures are adhered to. Develop and promote good communication with residents, relatives, and team members. Ensure that the Clinical Manager is made aware of any clinical issues within the home. Ensure that all care given is within the NMC codes of practice. Ensure confidentiality in respect of residents. To assist in the development and implementation of the activities programme. Liaise with GPs and other professionals to ensure outstanding care for the residents is maintained. To assist with the delivery of food and drink to the residents. Ensure all complaints are dealt with appropriately in line with the company policies and procedures. To actively engage with residents in conversation and meaningful occupation related to their lifestyle choices at a level and pace that values the individual and respects their dignity and communication differences. To respond in a timely way to distressed residents (calling out, calling for help, knocking, or making noises that suggest the need for support) or seek assistance if you feel unable to respond appropriately.

Health and Safety

Ensure the Home / General Manager is informed of any incidents in the absence of the Clinical Care Manager. Ensure storage of medications is in line with company policies and procedures. Ensure risk assessments are completed within the home and safe working practices are being followed. Ensure equipment and environment are safe within the home.

Essential Criteria Qualifications/Education

Qualifications/Education

NQF level 6 or equivalent RN/RGN/RMN or RNLD

Dementia Qualification (for homes with people living with dementia) (Desirable)

Experience

Proven track record leading, empowering, supporting, and motivating a clinical team

Skills/ Knowledge

Excellent written, non-verbal, and verbal communication skills

Personal Qualities

Reliable and punctual Able to adapt to change Willing to learn and develop Approachable Confident Diplomatic Enthusiastic Flexible Influencing skills Listening skills Negotiating skills Patient Positive attitude Self-motivator Flexible approach to working hours - able to work occasionally outside of normal hours. Ability to always promote a professional image for the company Willing and able to travel to other homes when needed for training/support
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: 20.00 per hour

Expected hours: 22 per week

Schedule:

No weekends Weekend availability
Work Location: In person