Registered Nurse Job Leicester area,England UK,Nursing

To provide high-quality, person-centred nursing care that reflects the philosophy, values, and standards of the Home
To act as the senior clinician on duty, ensuring the smooth and safe running of the Home.
To assess, plan, implement, and evaluate care plans
To support and supervise care staff
To carry out or assist with personal care when required

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities & Qualifications Qualifications

Registered Nurse (RGN/RMN) with active NMC PIN without any restrictions to practise

Knowledge

Knowledge of NMC Standards of Proficiency
Medicines management knowledge
Understanding safeguarding (adult protection referral in Scotland) and CQC and CI regulations
Knowledge of dementia, mental health, and long-term conditions

Skills

Abilities

Clinical Care

Ensure comprehensive assessment of service users’ needs, and lead on the development, implementation, and evaluation of personalised programmes of care, ensuring all interventions are fully and accurately documented.
Monitor, review, and maintain accurate electronic care plans and eMAR systems, ensuring all clinical information is current and compliant.
Maintain safe and effective administration of medications in accordance with NMC standards and the company policies, promptly reporting any errors or concerns to the Senior Nurse/appropriate manager.
Maintain complete, accurate, and timely nursing and home records in line with professional and regulatory requirements.
Ensure care practices reflect NMC standards, promoting ongoing review, development, and evidence-based practice.
Monitor the use of all resources to ensure safe, cost‑effective, and efficient care delivery appropriate to the needs of residents.
Maintain regular personal contact with residents through one‑to‑one interactions and group activities to support wellbeing.
Liaise effectively with GPs, external healthcare professionals, families, and other stakeholders to promote coordinated, high‑quality care.
Ensure all visiting professionals are appropriately recorded.

Leadership & Operational Responsibilities

Take charge of the Home when required in the absence of the designated person with overall responsibility.
Undertake on‑call duties as required, providing guidance and support to staff across the Home.
Ensure effective handovers and promote clear communication between all grades of staff to ensure continuity and quality of resident care.
Report any shortfalls, risks, or concerns related to service delivery or resident safety to the person in charge or management team promptly.
Support internal audits and quality monitoring processes as required.
Help ensure the Home remains compliant with relevant regulatory bodies, including the Care Inspectorate (CI) in Scotland or the Care Quality Commission (CQC) in England.
Promote the Home positively, supporting marketing and reputation-building activities as required.
Adhere to and promote all Abbey Healthcare policies and procedures.
Uphold the NMC Code of Conduct at all times.

Education & Professional Development

Support the induction, orientation, and ongoing training of new and existing staff, promoting a positive learning environment.
Contribute to the continuous professional development of the Home by supporting evidence‑based practice and undertaking personal professional development.
Ensure your NMC registration, PIN, and revalidation requirements are maintained and up to date.
Attend and complete all mandatory training, in‑house training sessions, and required E-learning modules. Ensuring all existing clinical…