ID - 74
Position: RGN/RMN
Salary: £20.00/ hour
Shift Pattern: Fulltime Days / Nights
Location: Kilmarnock KA3
Job Overview:
The Staff Nurse is responsible for providing high-quality nursing care to residents in a nursing home setting. This role involves assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating care plans to ensure residents receive comprehensive, individualized care. The Staff Nurse works as part of a multidisciplinary team to promote residents' well-being and quality of life.
Key Responsibilities:
1. Clinical Care:
o Deliver nursing care in accordance with current best practices, standards, policies, and procedures.
o Assess residents' physical, psychological, and social needs, and develop and implement individualized care plans.
o Administer medications and treatments as prescribed, ensuring accurate documentation and adherence to protocols.
o Monitor and record residents' conditions, reporting any changes or concerns to the senior nurse or manager.
o Provide end-of-life care and support to residents and their families, ensuring dignity and comfort.
2. Resident Interaction:
o Build positive relationships with residents, understanding their needs, preferences, and values.
o Promote residents' independence, privacy, and dignity in all aspects of care.
o Encourage and support residents to participate in social and recreational activities.
3. Communication:
o Communicate effectively with residents, families, and the multidisciplinary team.
o Report and document incidents, accidents, or complaints promptly and in accordance with policy.
o Participate in and contribute to staff meetings, handovers, and training sessions.
4. Team Collaboration:
o Work collaboratively with other nurses, care staff, and healthcare professionals to provide holistic care.
o Support, mentor, and supervise care assistants and junior staff.
o Participate in the induction and training of new staff members.
5. Compliance and Professional Development:
o Adhere to all regulatory and statutory requirements, including those set by the Care Quality Commission (CQC).
o Maintain accurate, up-to-date records and documentation.
o Engage in continuous professional development, attending training and keeping up to date with nursing best practices.
o Ensure personal compliance with health and safety, infection control, and safeguarding policies.
Qualifications and Experience:
1. Essential:
o Registered Nurse with a valid NMC PIN.
o Previous experience in a care home or similar setting.
o Strong clinical skills and knowledge of nursing best practices.
o Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
o Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
2. Desirable:
o Experience in dementia care, palliative care, or gerontological nursing.
o Additional qualifications or training relevant to the role.
Personal Attributes:
* Compassionate and empathetic approach to care.
* Strong organizational and time-management skills.
* Ability to work under pressure and manage challenging situations.
* Commitment to providing high-quality, person-centred care.
Working Conditions:
* Full-time hours with shifts that may include weekends and holidays.
* Physical demands, including lifting and moving residents and equipment.
Application Questions:
* When are you available for an interview?
* Do you have NMC Pin?
* How soon can you join us?
* Do you have experience working as a Staff Nurse within a Nursing Home?
* Do you need a Sponsorship?
Work Location: In person
Reference ID: 74
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