Job Description

Job Title: Registered Nurse

Location: St. John's Nursing Home

Reports To: Clinical Lead / Home Manager

Hours: [Full-Time/Part-Time, including shifts and weekends]

Purpose

To deliver high-quality, person-centred nursing care to residents in accordance with their individual care plans, ensuring clinical excellence, compliance with the NMC Code, and alignment with CQC Fundamental Standards of Care.

Key Responsibilities

Clinical Care Delivery

Assess, plan, implement, and evaluate care for residents, ensuring care is evidence-based and reflective of individual needs. Administer medications safely and accurately, in line with legal and professional guidelines. Monitor and respond to changes in residents' health and well-being, escalating concerns appropriately. Provide support with personal care when needed, ensuring dignity and respect are maintained.

Clinical Records and Documentation

Maintain accurate, up-to-date care plans and records using the home's care management system. Document nursing interventions, risk assessments, and outcomes clearly and professionally. Ensure completion of required documentation such as MAR charts, wound care logs, and repositioning charts.

Compliance and Governance

Work in line with CQC regulations, NMC Code of Practice, and internal policies. Participate in audits, medication reviews, and clinical supervision processes. Report incidents, accidents, and safeguarding concerns in a timely and professional manner.

Teamwork and Communication

Work collaboratively with care assistants, nurses, visiting professionals, and family members to ensure coordinated care. Act as a mentor and role model to junior staff, providing guidance and support. Participate in shift handovers and contribute to multidisciplinary reviews.

Resident Engagement and Experience

Promote independence, choice, and dignity in all interactions with residents. Build trusting relationships with residents and their families. Contribute to a positive, homely environment and support resident activities when appropriate.

Person Specification

Essential:

Registered Nurse (RGN, RMN or RNLD) with active NMC PIN Good clinical knowledge, including medication management, wound care, and chronic disease monitoring Excellent communication, assessment, and organisational skills Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team A genuine commitment to person-centred care and resident well-being

Desirable:

Experience working in a care home setting Training in dementia care, palliative care, or other specialisms Competence using digital care systems
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent

Pay: 21.63 per hour

Work Location: In person