Job Summary
We currently have three homes, Fairlie House which is in West Norwood with 45 beds, Highfield House which is located in Purley with 45 beds and finally, Woodstown House in Banstead with 40 beds, which opened its doors to its first residents in April 2021. All three homes have achieved the highest rating from the Care Quality Commission, and we continually strive to maintain our Outstanding rating.
Main duties of the job
Delivering a high standard of evidence-based care to Residents.
Ensuring good standards of care for the Resident are maintained at all times.
Adhering to NMC Code of Professional conduct at all times.
Involving and supporting Residents, relatives, carers and friends in the care process.
Promoting well-being and involving Residents and relatives in health education.
Ensuring clear and accurate written and verbal information is given at all times.
Ensuring contemporaneous record keeping at all times.
Seeking advice from more senior/experienced members of staff where appropriate.
About Us
The Fairlie Healthcare Group is a leading provider of high-quality care, and we were established in 1999. We specialise in caring for adults with neurological conditions, as well as patients with tracheostomies and who require ventilator support.
Our new career pathway means that whatever skills and experience you currently possess, you could fit into our pathway and progress your career with The Fairlie Healthcare Group, gaining specialist competencies and personal development along the way.
We are now looking for more outstanding staff to join us on this exciting journey.
Date posted
02 January 2025
Pay scheme
Other
Salary
£52,416 a year
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
E0429-25-0005
Job locations
Highfield House
92 Higher Drive
Purley
Surrey
CR82HJ
Job Description
Job responsibilities
We are growing our training team and are now looking for a Sister Charge Nurse for Highfield House in Purley. The successful candidates must be individuals with the motivation and drive to improve patient care and demonstrate Fairlie Healthcares Core Values in their daily work.
Delivering high quality, evidence-based and patient focused clinical care through:
Delivering a high standard of evidence-based care to Residents.
Ensuring good standards of care for the Resident are maintained at all times.
Adhering to NMC Code of Professional conduct at all times.
Involving and supporting Residents, relatives, carers and friends in the care process.
Promoting well-being and involving Residents and relatives in health education.
Ensuring clear and accurate written and verbal information is given at all times.
Ensuring contemporaneous record keeping at all times.
Seeking advice from more senior/experienced members of staff where appropriate.
Upholding a Duty Of Care And Clinical Governance Through:
Observing a general duty of care for the health, safety and well-being of yourself, work colleagues, visitors and Residents within the Home.
Ensuring the rules, policies, procedures and standards of the Home together with all relevant statutory and professional obligations are adhered to at all times.
Maintaining Resident confidentiality, dignity and privacy at all times.
Adhering to the Homes policy on valuing equality and diversity and showing due regard for each Residents cultural and religious beliefs, gender, ethnicity, age and sexuality.
Strictly adhering to the Homes Infection Control Protocols, policies and procedures.
Person Specification
Qualifications Essential
* Registered Nurse (RN1) with active NMC registration
* Understanding of NMC Code of Professional Conduct
* Proficiency in dispensing and administrating oral medication
Experience Essential
* The ability of managing and prioritising conflicting workloads
* Interest to develop knowledge of the clinical speciality and own practice
* The ability to be flexible and adapt to changing situations and work effectively under pressure
* Able to manage patients emotional needs and demonstrate empathy and caring
* Ability to solve and escalate problems and issues as well as communicating effectively both written and verbal
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website.
Employer details
Employer name
Fairlie Healthcare Group
Address
Highfield House
92 Higher Drive
Purley
Surrey
CR82HJ
Employer's website
https://fairliehealthcare.co.uk/
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