Registered Nurse - Bank

This bank Registered Nurse post is at Birchmere House Care Home, one of Avery Healthcare Group's elderly care homes. The nurse acts as person in charge, standing in for the Manager, supervising the care team and carrying out clinical tasks such as medication, dressings and tube feeding. The work includes planning and assessing resident care and keeping families and GPs informed.

Current NMC registration and at least two years' experience are needed, plus a DBS check and right to work.

• Act as person in charge, standing in for the Manager when required
• Ensure high standards of care for residents
• Carry out nursing tasks including medication, dressings, catheterisation, tube feeding and managing chronic conditions
• Assess residents accurately and plan their care
• Advise families and GPs of concerning changes in condition and keep them involved in care choices
• Deploy and supervise care team staff so that tasks are completed and residents receive required care

• First Level qualification

• Current NMC registration

• Minimum two years' experience
• Up to date knowledge of care
• Relevant post-basic studies or qualifications

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

• DBS check, cost met by the employer
• Proof of eligibility to work in the UK

• Lives the company values of caring, supportive, honest, respectful and accountable

• Opportunities to learn and develop throughout your career