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Peripatetic Nurse (RGN/RMN) - Care Home

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Job summary

ABOUT THE ROLE As a Peripatetic Nurse (RGN/RMN) at Barchester, you'll travel across your region to deliver the high clinical standards we're known for. We'll look to you to lead a multi-disciplinary team to make sure that on each shift, at every location, all of our residents get the highest quality care. You can expect a wide range of responsibilities, from making sure new residents are settling in, to helping advance your team members' skills, and developing care plans that are tailored to our residents' physical and mental needs. As a Peripatetic Nurse, you'll have the freedom and autonomy to do things the right way and be truly valued and respected for what you do. ABOUT YOU To join us as a Peripatetic Nurse, you'll need to be a Registered Nurse (RGN/RMN) with a current NMC registration and a teaching, mentoring or supervision qualification. A strong, up-to-date clinical knowledge is important, as is a good understanding of key regulatory frameworks, including the safe administration of medicines, Royal Pharmaceutical guidelines, and NMC standards. We'll also look for a su

Main duties of the job

As a Peripatetic Nurse (RGN/RMN) at Barchester, you will travel across the region to uphold the high clinical standards that Barchester is recognized for. Your role involves leading a multi-disciplinary team to ensure that on each shift, at each location, all residents receive the highest quality care. You will be responsible for helping new residents settle in, developing your team members' skills, and crafting care plans tailored to residents' needs. The position offers freedom and autonomy, allowing you to perform your duties in a way that ensures respect and value for your work. Furthermore, the organization provides a competitive salary along with sector-leading benefits such as paid NMC registration, free training, wellbeing tools, retail discounts, a Nurse Mentor' bonus, and immigration fee offers for eligible nurses.

About us

Barchester Healthcare is a reputable company focused on delivering outstanding care across various regions. Known for its commitment to clinical excellence, Barchester places a high value on the skills and dedication of its staff. They employ a team-based approach, ensuring that each member can contribute to delivering exceptional care for residents. Barchester's operational model emphasizes both clinical and personal development, equipping staff with the necessary training and resources to flourish in their roles. The organization also offers a comprehensive rewards package to recognize the dedication of its team members. Barchester encourages empowerment and operates in an inclusive environment where the ideas and contributions of employees are valued and respected.

Job responsibilities

ABOUT THE ROLEAs a Peripatetic Nurse (RGN/RMN) at Barchester, you'll travel across your region to deliver the high clinical standards we're known for. We'll look to you to lead a multi-disciplinary team to make sure that on each shift, at every location, all of our residents get the highest quality care. You can expect a wide range of responsibilities, from making sure new residents are settling in, to helping advance your team members' skills, and developing care plans that are tailored to our residents' physical and mental needs. As a Peripatetic Nurse, you'll have the freedom and autonomy to do things the right way and be truly valued and respected for what you do.

ABOUT YOUTo join us as a Peripatetic Nurse, you'll need to be a Registered Nurse (RGN/RMN) with a current NMC registration and a teaching, mentoring or supervision qualification. A strong, up-to-date clinical knowledge is important, as is a good understanding of key regulatory frameworks, including the safe administration of medicines, Royal Pharmaceutical guidelines, and NMC standards. We'll also look for a successful track record of producing care plans and detailed risk assessments. Dedicated and ambitious, you'll be able to lead by example your can-do approach and excellent communication skills will motivate the teams in each Barchester care home you work with.

REWARDS PACKAGEIn return for your dedication, you'll receive a competitive salary plus our sector-leading benefits and rewards package including: NMC registration paid every year Free training and development for all roles Access to wellbeing and support tools A range of retail discounts and savings Nurse Mentor' and Refer a Friend' bonus schemes Offer to pay Health & Care Worker Visa immigration fees (for eligible nurses)

And so much more!

If you'd like to use your clinical and people skills in an organisation that provides the quality care you'd expect for your loved ones, this is an empowering and rewarding place to be.

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Qualifications

Essential

  • Registered Nurse (RGN/RMN) with current NMC registration; teaching, mentoring or supervision qualification; strong clinical knowledge; understanding of regulatory frameworks.

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 (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name

Barchester Healthcare

Address

Barchester Healthcare

Basingstoke

RG21 5NW

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.barchester.com/ (Opens in a new tab)

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