Job Description

Main Purpose of Job:

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

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

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.

We will not be considering any applicants outside of the UK

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: 21.92 per hour

Expected hours: 24 per week - 2 shifts on a 2 week rota

Benefits:

Casual dress Company pension Free flu jabs Free parking Life insurance Referral programme Sick pay Employee Assistance Programme
Schedule:

12 hour shift 2 week rota, weekend availability may be required
Experience:

Nursing: 1 year (required)
Licence/Certification:

NMC (required)

Applicant must have the right to work in the UK. Applicant must be living within travelling distance to the Home (within 10 mile radius)

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: 22.29 per hour

Benefits:

Casual dress Company pension Employee discount Free flu jabs Health & wellbeing programme Life insurance Sick pay Work from home
Experience:

Nursing: 1 year (required)
Licence/Certification:

NMC (required)
Work Location: In person