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Registered General Nurse

Job in Barnsley, South Yorkshire, GL7, England, UK
Listing for: Skycare
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-07-17
Job specializations:
  • Healthcare
    Nursing Home, Healthcare Nursing
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 20 GBP Hourly GBP 20.00 HOUR
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Position: REGISTERED GENERAL NURSE

Night Registered Nurse (RGN/RMN/RNLD)

Location: Pontefract

Hours: Full-time, 36–48 hours per week

Shifts: Nights, 12-hour shifts (8pm–8am)

Pay Rate: £20 per hour

Eligibility: UK‑based nurses only, with minimum 1 year UK experience and 2 years Nursing Home experience

About the Home

This 64-bed care home offers large, single, ensuite rooms designed to provide privacy, comfort and dignity. The service specialises in dementia care and supports residents with a wide range of health needs. Staff are fully qualified, holding Health & Social Care Levels 2–3, Registered Mental Health Nurse qualifications and other relevant certifications.

The home provides tailored support for:

  • Dementia
  • Mental health conditions
  • Physical disabilities
  • Post-stroke care
  • Sensory impairments
  • End-of-life care
  • Respite care

Ideal candidates will demonstrate strong interpersonal skills and a caring, supportive, understanding and compassionate approach.

Role Overview

You will be responsible for assessing residents' care needs and developing, implementing and evaluating care plans under the direction of the Head Nurse. The role requires delivering high standards of nursing care and ensuring safe, effective practice throughout the night shift.

Key Responsibilities
  • Maintain accurate and complete healthcare records and reports
  • Administer medications safely and monitor for side effects or reactions
  • Prescribe assistive medical devices and related treatments
  • Supervise, support and develop care team members
  • Monitor standards of care delivered to residents
  • Ensure all staff contribute effectively to the smooth running of the home
  • Interact with residents, address concerns and resolve issues appropriately
  • Report any changes in residents' health and request GP/Professional visits when required
  • Prepare, update and evaluate individualised care plans
  • Provide general nursing duties and personal care as appropriate
  • Attend relevant staff meetings
  • Report incidents or accidents to the Registered Care Manager
  • Ensure clear and concise handovers at every shift
Essential Criteria
  • Previous experience in a similar nursing role
  • Flexible and able to work independently
  • Strong teamwork skills
  • Person‑centred approach
  • Responsible and committed to ongoing training
  • Good communication skills (oral and written)
  • Able to complete administrative duties
  • Awareness of current Health & Safety procedures
Employee Benefits
  • Permanent contract with competitive pay
  • Free ongoing training and excellent promotion opportunities
  • Free uniform
  • Enhanced pay on Bank Holidays
  • 5.6 weeks paid holiday per year
  • Company pension scheme
  • Free meal on 12‑hour shifts
  • Flexible working hours
  • Optional overtime
Requirements
  • Right to work in the UK
  • Registered Nurse (RGN, RMN or RNLD)
  • Valid NMC PIN
  • Full eligibility to live and work in the UK
  • Newly qualified nurses welcome
  • Passionate, caring, energetic and committed to making a positive impact on residents' lives
How to Apply

If you are a Registered Nurse interested in this position, please submit your application below. A member of our team will contact you shortly.

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