Fantastic job opening Registered General Nurse RGN to work with one of UK’s leading care providers. As RGN Nurse you will provide high standards of care in compliance with the NMC code of conduct and care procedures. They are looking for people who have a genuine passion for care of the elderly. Experience of working with people who have dementia would be an advantage but not essential as training will be provided in this area.

You will be working in one of the unit in the nursing; the unit you will be working is 20 bedded and it’s Intermediate Care Unit for elderly.

Candidates must have excellent written and oral communication skills, together with attention to details and will be responsible for high standards of care by undertaking accurate assessment and planning of care, delivery and ongoing evaluation of care plans, together with appropriate hand-over, to ensure all residents’ needs are continuously met.

Key Responsibilities

·  The effective deployment and supervision of staff within the care team, ensuring all tasks are completed during the period of duty and residents receive required care.

·  Undertake nursing tasks including distribution of medication, dressings, catheterisation, tube feeding and management of chronic medical conditions.

·  Provide staff support, demonstration and instruction of care activities, particularly in relation to the induction and mentoring of new staff.

·  Advise families of residents and GP’s of any changes in condition, which gives rise to concern and keeps them informed and involved in choices for ongoing care.

·  Practice safe systems of work across the range of tasks and in particular moving and handling of residents, by assessing risk and having due regard for personal safety and safety of residents, visitors and staff.

·  Understand personal responsibilities in relation to the Health and Safety at Work Act and fire safety and evacuation procedures and demonstrates a working knowledge of COSHH assessments applicable in own area of work.

·  Act courteously towards residents and their visitors, respecting the dignity and individuality of each resident.

Personal Specification

·         Hold a First Level qualification and current NMC Registration (essential).

·         Demonstrate a minimum 2 years’ experience and up to date knowledge of care supported by relevant post-basic studies/qualification.

·         Sound knowledge of care planning and its practical application.

·         Knowledge of Health and Safety, particularly Moving and Handling techniques, Fire Safety and COSHH.

·         Knowledge and Understanding of Care Standards Act 2000 and other relevant legislation.

Skills

·  Display good interpersonal skills and ability to instruct and demonstrate care activities.

·  Demonstrate good organisational skills.

·  Demonstrate initiative and self-motivation.

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If you believe you have the right skills for this job then please call Beth Collins  0121 638 0567 or send your CV to [email protected]