Registered Nurse - Bank

Bank Registered Nurse post at Winchester Heights Care Home, part of Avery Healthcare Group's network of over 100 homes. The nurse acts as person in charge, standing in for the manager when needed, and runs nursing tasks such as medication, catheterisation and tube feeding while supervising care staff. Shifts run 0700 to 1930 or 1900 to 0730. NMC registration with at least two years' experience is required, along with a DBS check and proof of right to work.

• Act as person in charge, standing in for the manager as required
• Undertake nursing tasks including medication distribution, dressings, catheterisation, tube feeding and management of chronic medical conditions
• Advise residents' families and GPs of changes in condition and keep them involved in choices for ongoing care
• Deploy and supervise care staff so that tasks are completed and residents receive the care they need
• Carry out accurate assessment and care planning
• Ensure high standards of care for residents

• First Level qualification
• Relevant post-basic studies or qualification

• Current NMC registration

• Minimum of 2 years' experience
• Up-to-date knowledge of care

• Good interpersonal skills
• Ability to instruct and demonstrate care activities
• Sound knowledge of care planning and its practical application

• DBS disclosure check
• Proof of eligibility to work in the UK

• Lives by Avery's values of caring, supportive, honest, respectful and accountable

• Opportunities to learn and develop throughout your career
• DBS check cost met by Avery Healthcare