Job Description

Job Title:

Specialist Dementia Nurse

Team:

Core Clinical Services

Location:

Gorselands Nursing Home

Hours:

36 hours per week (across a 7-day service, variable shifts)

Contract:

Permanent, Full Time

About Us

Gorselands Nursing Home is a small, family?owned, and award?winning care home set in the heart of the New Forest on the British South Coast. We take pride in delivering exceptional care in a warm, homely environment.

Overview

We are looking for a compassionate, skilled, and dedicated

Specialist Dementia Nurse

to join our core clinical team. This pivotal role suits someone who thrives on delivering holistic, person?centred dementia care and who can empower families and staff alike.

Responsibilities

Deliver expert, person?centred dementia care, tailoring care plans to each resident's cognitive needs and condition progression Provide emotional and psychological support - offering coping strategies to residents and families to preserve independence, dignity, and well?being Administer medication and monitor physical health in line with clinical guidelines Educate, mentor, and support care staff to integrate best?practice dementia care techniques Support families and caregivers through effective communication, practical advice, and emotional reassurance Conduct initial and ongoing assessments, adjust risk?management plans, and update care documentation Lead care?coordination efforts in collaboration with the multidisciplinary team to ensure cohesive, holistic support Champion dignified, empathetic care within a calm and supportive home environment Maintain accurate clinical records, contribute to audit processes, and support continuous quality improvements

What We're Looking For

Current NMC registration as a Registered Nurse with specialist dementia care experience or training Advanced clinical skills in dementia management, including emotional and psychological care Able to develop and implement person?centred care plans, adapting to evolving needs Strong communicator with the ability to empower families and educate colleagues Leadership and mentoring experience, comfortable coaching staff in best practice Caring, patient, and resilient under pressure Reliable transport to commute to Burley Enhanced DBS check (we'll help arrange this)

Please note:

We are currently unable to sponsor visa applications for this position.

Why Join Us?

Competitive pay (salary is negotiable depending on experience) Paid breaks Uniform provided Ongoing training and professional development in dementia care Staff recognition and appreciation Supportive, family-style working culture The chance to deliver life?changing impact for residents and their families

Location Note

Due to our lovely countryside location in Burley, having access to reliable transport is important.

Safeguarding

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of adults. All staff are expected to uphold our values and follow safeguarding policies at all times.

Interested?

Apply now by sending your CV. We'd love to hear from you!

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From 23.00 per hour

Expected hours: 36 per week

Benefits:

Company pension Discounted or free food Flexitime Free parking On-site parking
Work Location: In person