Registered Nurse (Full Time)

Registered Nurse – Longlea Nursing Home

Job Summary

Longlea Nursing Home is a welcoming 22-bed nursing home dedicated to providing high-quality, person-centred care to older adults with a range of nursing needs. We are seeking a compassionate, professional and motivated Registered Nurse to join our team on a full-time basis.

As a Registered Nurse, you will play a key role in delivering safe and effective nursing care, promoting residents' independence and dignity, and supporting the overall wellbeing of those living within our home. Working closely with the wider multidisciplinary team, you will help ensure that residents receive the highest standards of care in a warm and supportive environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality, person-centred nursing care in accordance with NMC standards, current legislation and company policies.
• Administer and manage medications safely and accurately.
• Assess, plan, implement and evaluate individualised care plans to meet residents' physical, emotional and social needs.
• Monitor residents' health and promptly escalate any concerns or changes in condition to the appropriate healthcare professionals.
• Undertake clinical procedures, including wound care, catheter care and other nursing interventions as required.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date care records and documentation.
• Promote residents' dignity, privacy, choice and independence at all times.
• Work collaboratively with GPs, community nurses, allied healthcare professionals and family members to ensure continuity of care.
• Provide leadership and support to care staff, acting as a role model and promoting best practice.
• Ensure compliance with infection prevention and control procedures and maintain a safe environment for residents, visitors and colleagues.
• Participate in audits, training and continuous quality improvement initiatives.
• Support residents and their families with compassion, professionalism and effective communication.

Essential Requirements

• Current registration with the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC).
• Previous experience working as a Registered Nurse, preferably within elderly care, nursing homes or a similar healthcare setting.
• Sound clinical knowledge and understanding of medication management.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to prioritise workload effectively.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
• Commitment to delivering person-centred care and maintaining high professional standards.
• Flexible approach to working shifts, including weekends and bank holidays where required.

Desirable Requirements

• Experience caring for older adults with complex nursing needs.
• Knowledge of CQC standards and regulatory requirements.
• Experience in wound management, end-of-life care and dementia care.

What We Offer

• Competitive rate of pay.
• Paid breaks.
• Ongoing training and professional development opportunities.
• Supportive management team and friendly working environment.
• Opportunities for career progression.
• The opportunity to make a genuine difference to the lives of our residents every day.

If you are a caring and dedicated Registered Nurse who is passionate about delivering exceptional care, we would love to hear from you.

Pay: £20.00-£21.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Free parking
• On-site parking

Work Location: In person