Registered General Nurse

Westgate Healthcare; Rickmansworth; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in Rickmansworth is seeking a Registered General Nurse to deliver high-quality nursing care in a care home. Candidates should possess valid NMC registration and previous elderly care experience. The role offers competitive pay (£18.00 to £23.00 per hour) and opportunities for professional development. Flexible hours are required, including alternate weekends.

Benefits

Competitive pay rates

Reimbursement of NMC PIN renewal fees

Support with clinical skills development

Career advancement opportunities

Discount schemes

Employee recognition schemes

Qualifications

• The right to work in the UK.
• Previous experience in elderly care is essential to be considered.
• A commitment to delivering person-centred care.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality nursing care to residents.
• Develop and implement personalised care plans.
• Support the Home Manager in implementing policies.
• Ensure residents have access to medical and care workers.

Skills

Strong clinical skills

Excellent communication

Leadership abilities

Teamwork

Adaptability

Education

Valid and current NMC registration and PIN

Job description

Registered General Nurse – Chorleywood, Rickmansworth

Location: Burford House Care Home, Rickmansworth Road, Chorleywood, Rickmansworth, WD3 5SQ

Hourly rate: £18.00 to £23.00 per hour (depending on experience and qualifications)

Hours: 22 hours a week, must be flexible to cover alternate weekends

Shifts: 8am to 8pm (inclusive of a 15min paid handover, and 1 hour paid break)

Job type: Permanent

Benefits

• Competitive pay rates with enhanced pay on bank holidays
• Reimbursement of NMC PIN renewal fees
• Support with retaining and developing clinical skills
• Opportunities for career advancement through the Westgate RN Professional Development Programme (RN led, 12-month programme)
• Registered Nurse representation at all levels throughout the organisation to support with professional development
• Improve your financial wellness and flexibility with Wagestream; access your wages before pay day and enjoy exclusive discounts at a variety of the UK’s favourite shops
• Access to the Blue Light Card (employee discount scheme)
• Access to other discount schemes; Byond Prepayment Card (employee cashback card), Extras Discounts (employee discount scheme) and Cycle to Work Scheme
• Refer a Friend Scheme – earn up to £500 for a successful referral!
• Internal and external employee recognition schemes (e.g. Employee of the Month and Long Service) and team building social events
• Support in achieving additional qualifications, including nationally recognised qualifications
• Access to financial and wellbeing support through The Care Workers Charity
• Comprehensive staff induction with free training and professional development

About the role

• Deliver high-quality nursing care to our residents, ensuring their physical and emotional needs are met
• Develop and implement personalised electronic care plans in collaboration with residents, families and the wider care team
• Support the Home Manager to effectively implement policies and procedures and ensure they are upheld at all times
• Ensure that the residents have access to key medical, social and other care workers as required
• Contribute to the clinical governance within the care home
• Work in line with the Care Quality Commission (CQC) guidelines, NMC code of conduct and relevant legislation at all times

About you

• The right to work in the UK
• Valid and current NMC registration and PIN
• Previous experience in elderly care is essential to be considered
• Strong clinical skills and a commitment to delivering person-centred care
• Excellent communication, leadership and teamwork abilities
• A positive attitude and the ability to adapt in a new and growing environment

If this sounds like the role for you, we would love to hear from you. Apply today!

We reserve the right to close this vacancy once we receive suitable applications, therefore, an early submission is encouraged. Due to a high volume of applications, if you do not hear from us within working days, please assume that your application has been unsuccessful.

Westgate Healthcare is an equal opportunities employer, and we welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation or age.