Job Description

Main Purpose of Job:

Registered Nurse - Day 37.5 hours, 2 week fixed rota

To assess, plan, deliver and evaluate a personalised care package that meets the needs of the resident and the high standards expected by the Royal Star & Garter Homes. To ensure that at all times residents are treated with respect and dignity and that individual's rights to privacy, independence and choice are met.

To assist in leading and managing the Nursing and Care staff in the delivery of excellent nursing care, and participate in the day-to-day management of the Home's and promote the Charity's star qualities and star values at all times.

Key tasks and Responsibilities

To comply with and practice within the NMC - 'The Code' To act as a role model for the team by representing the values and beliefs of the nursing profession and of the Royal Star & Garter Homes To arrange in consultation with the Home Manager, the moving in, transfer or discharge of residents in accordance with the Charity's Policies To ensure effective management of the floor/family in the absence of the Lead Nurse/Manager To provide effective and accountable nursing care and clinical interventions to promote and maintain the health and wellbeing of residents at all times To actively participate in the day-to-day management of all stock, materials, medicines and stationery, ensuring economic use of resources To actively participate in Clinical and Non-Clinical audits to ensure delivery of high standards of care as determined by the national guidelines and Charity's policies and procedures To maintain personal contact with residents, relatives and significant others, being sensitive to their needs To disseminate information to staff and residents and ensure timely and appropriate communication with all colleagues, visiting health professionals and external agencies To address inappropriate behaviour in others in a professional and timely manner To notify the Lead Nurse/Manager of any problems and incidents as appropriate and document accordingly To participate in meetings as required and follow up with any actions To maintain up-to-date nursing documentation, including electronic care plans, the resident diary and associated records in line with NMC recommendations and the Charity's Policies To be responsible for inputting information into the resident IT records system, ensuring compliance with the Data Protection Act/GDPR To store, check and administer medication in accordance with the Home's policy. To monitor the standards of cleanliness within the Home and to take action where appropriate The post holder has no direct budgetary responsibility although they will have a responsibility for the delivery of cost effective care, ensuring staff allocation is in line with the skills mix and is cost effective.
HR and Training/Development

To supervise and support qualified and unqualified staff on a day to day basis as delegated by the Lead Nurse/Manager

To assist in the induction of new members of staff using the Buddy System To actively participate in the recruitment and selection process for nursing and care staff To provide supervision to allocated care staff at least 6 times per annum and one annual appraisal per annum To provide feedback on performance directly and sensitively in a timely manner whether the issue is positive or otherwise To provide mentorship to student nurses and trainee nursing associates To support staff in establishing personal development plans, identifying and addressing training needs With regard to yourself, take responsibility together with your manager for your own development and ensure you maintain an up to date knowledge of all areas relevant to your role.
General

To undertake such other duties as may be required and which are consistent with the nature of this post.

At all times, to promote the interests of The Royal Star and Garter Homes and ensure that the culture and ethos of The Royal Star & Garter Homes is maintained, nurtured and supported. To ensure within the scope of your role that you promote health and safety and comply with the requirements set out in the Home's Health & Safety Policy and comply with guidelines for moving and handling residents To actively promote the concept of Equality of Opportunity in all day to day activities To be aware of and comply with the Home's security procedures The post requires a high degree of confidentiality. Therefore, the job holder will be required to meet these exacting standards at all times, whether in or outside work. Failure to comply with this requirement would be regarded as Gross Misconduct. To promote and deliver the highest standards of care, respect and support to residents, colleagues and others
Person Specification

Essential

Registered Nurse with current registration Experience in care and nursing older people and or dementia care Committed to delivering the highest standards of customer service Demonstrate good judgement, problem solving and decision making Proactive and able to use initiative Able to motivate others Experience of care planning Effective organisational and team building skills Good Communication skills (written and verbal) Reliable and punctual Demonstrates an understanding and desire to work with older people Team player, willing to participate in the training and development of colleagues Hold a mentorship qualification (or be prepared to undertake a mentorship course) to support student nurses and trainee nursing associates Evidence of post registration qualification or further education continuing professional development Evidence of Continued Professional Development General computer literacy including email packages and data entry
Desirable

Full Driving Licence Previous management experience Previous experience of using Microsoft packages (Word/Excel)
Areas of Competencies required for this role

Effective Communication

Ensuring communication with others is clear and effective, both verbally and in writing, and that the style and the language used is appropriate for the situation or audience.

Providing excellent care

A strong commitment to nursing the elderly and providing the highest standards of care to enable residents to allow them to live their lives as fully and independently as possible. It is about recognizing that each person is an individual and adapting one's own approach accordingly.

Personal qualities - professionalism, resilience and self-awareness

Acting in a professional manner and showing determination, drive and commitment at all times and particularly when faced with challenges and setbacks. It is about being aware of one's strengths and limitations and actively seeking and making use of opportunities for development.

Leading and getting the best from others

Leads by example and has high expectations of others and what they can achieve; recognises and acknowledges the strengths of people in their team and shares their own knowledge and skills in order to develop them further. Challenges poor practice and performance issues in a timely and constructive manner.

Effective team working

Treating others with respect and working in a collaborative and cooperative manner building positive and effective relationships at all levels.

Organisational skills

Developing a logical approach to work, evaluating situations carefully and thinking ahead to anticipate problems and deal with them effectively.

Applicant must have right to work in the UK. We do not provide sponsoship. Applicant must live 20 mile radius to the Home.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: 46,117.50 per year

Benefits:

Canteen Casual dress Company pension Employee discount Free flu jabs Life insurance Sick pay
Work Location: In person