Position Overview & Specifications
Registered General Nurse
Hours of work: 36.75 Hours Per Week
Rate of Pay: £21.50 Per Hour
At Runwood Homes, we are proud of our reputation as a leading care home operator, providing compassionate, person-centred care to older people, including those living with dementia
It takes a truly special person, with inspirational passion and a kind nature to make a real difference to the lives of others. Our skilled and motivated teams are truly dedicated in every aspect of their important and highly valued roles to ensure that an excellent residential care service is continuously provided.
Every team member understands that our residents are individuals with their own rich life histories and interesting stories to tell, and by joining us, you will have the wonderful opportunity to give your time and attention to them.
As a Registered Nurse with Runwood Homes, professionalism, teamed with kindness and compassion, will be at the core of everything you do. Your role will entail planning and implementing the kind of care that will give our residents a real sense of security, dignity, and independence.
You will get to know our residents and their families – helping to ensure that truly personalised care is delivered.
You will need to be an excellent qualified nurse and experience in a care home environment is desirable but not essential as full support is given. You will be responsible for administering prescribed medicines in accordance with company's and NMC guidelines, apply surgical dressings and give other forms of treatment. You will assess all aspects of each Resident's care needs, deal with any medical emergencies that may arise, whilst maintaining accurate records and ensuring that each Resident has an individualised Care Plan. The role of Registered Nurse also includes delivering clinical excellence in a professional manner through direct Nursing care whilst effectively leading and supervising a multidisciplinary team responsible for maintaining the highest standards of care.
The successful candidate will have a kind, caring, and calm approach, with excellent communication and interpersonal skills, along with the ability to establish and maintain relationships with Residents, relatives, and colleagues.
Experience / Qualification:
NMC Registered
Prior experience as a Registered Nurse
Excellent Communication skills
Have excellent skills and knowledge of the job role
Benefits:
Comprehensive induction and ongoing paid training to develop your career
Quality training to enhance your skills
Access to regular covid-19 testing
Quality PPE provided
High IPC and sanitisation standards
Welfare support
Buddy scheme – to help you settle in
Free uniform
28 days annual leave
Pension scheme
Fast track career options
All appointments are subject to safer recruitment requirements to ensure the safeguarding of adults. All positions will involve appropriate checks and clearances.