Registered Nurse – Sussex, Bn8
Job Description
We are seeking a confident and experienced Registered Nurse to support a gentleman with complex care needs in Sussex, BN8. This is a fulfilling opportunity to join a consistent care setup and contribute your clinical oversight to a thoughtful, well-structured package.
About the Role:
Youll be supporting a male client in his own home who is living with a high-level Spinal Cord Injury (SCI). He is sociable, enjoys Brazilian food and culture, and communicates most comfortably in Portuguese (though he does speak English).
The client has an established care team in place. As the RN, youll attend one day a week to complete suprapubic catheter (SPC) changes, review bowel care, provide medication oversight, assist with clinical checks, and monitor skin integrity. Your presence will help ensure safe practice, consistency, and reassurance for both the client and the team.
Due to the intimate nature of the care provided, and to ensure the clients privacy and dignity, this role is open to female nurses only. This is a genuine occupational requirement permitted under Schedule 9, Paragraph 1 of the Equality Act 2010.
As the clients nurse, you will be:
- Supporting one day per week client requests a female nurse
- Performing SPC changes
- Reviewing bowel care routines
- Providing medication oversight
- Supporting skin integrity and basic clinical assessments
- Working alongside one of the regular carers on shift
- Helping ensure continuity and safety within the care setup
Job Type: One day shift per week xefxb8x8f (8am 8pm)
Pay Rate: 333.50 per hour
Location: Sussex, BN8 (near Lewes / Brighton) easy parking at the property
Driver: Helpful due to rural location
Start Date: To be confirmed
What Were Looking For:
A confident and professional female Registered Nurse with experience in complex care. Youll be working collaboratively with the care team to offer clinical guidance, ensure catheter and medication routines are followed safely, and help maintain a high standard of care. Experience with SCI or similar conditions is helpful, and any Portuguese language skills would be a welcome bonus.
Training & Support:
Youll be fully briefed on the clients setup and preferences. Paragon Home Healthcare will provide support and guidance as needed, and youll be part of a structured rota with coordination input.
This is a rewarding opportunity for a nurse who enjoys focused, person-centred care and contributing clinical oversight within a consistent home care team. If you are interested or know someone who might be a good fit, please get in touch!
Paragon Home Healthcare is an equal opportunities employer. Roles with occupational requirements are assessed on a case-by-case basis and are compliant with the Equality Act 2010.
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Job Detail
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Job IdJD3032778
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IndustryNot mentioned
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Total Positions1
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Job Type:Full Time
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Salary:£33.5 per hour
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Employment StatusPermanent
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Job LocationLewes, East Sussex, United Kingdom
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EducationNot mentioned