About this role
Job summary ABOUT THE ROLE As a Peripatetic Nurse (RGN) 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) 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.
Main duties of the job As a Peripatetic Nurse (RGN) at Barchester, you'll travel across your region to deliver high clinical standards. You'll be expected to lead a multi-disciplinary team, ensuring that residents receive the highest quality care. Responsibilities include settling in new residents, enhancing team skills, and developing tailored care plans. Enjoy the freedom and autonomy to provide care your way and be truly valued for your impact. Requirements include being a Registered Nurse (RGN) with current NMC registration, and possessing a teaching, mentoring, or supervision qualification. An up-to-date clinical knowledge is crucial, along with an understanding of regulatory frameworks, including medicine administration and NMC standards. A track record of generating care plans and risk assessments is also needed. Your professionalism and communication skills will inspire every Barchester care home team you partner with.
About us Barchester Healthcare is a prominent care provider, respected for delivering excellent care and having experienced professionals lead its multi-disciplinary teams. Known for empowering its staff, Barchester provides nurses with autonomy in their roles, recognising and valuing their contributions. As a part of this team, nurses can expect a range of responsibilities, including leading teams and creating tailored care plans for residents physical and mental welfare. Commitment to the organisation offers a competitive salary and benefits package, with continual training and professional development opportunities. Barchester's commitment to quality care and staff satisfaction ensures an empowering workplace for dedicated healthcare professionals.
Job description Job responsibilities
ABOUT THE ROLEAs a Peripatetic Nurse (RGN) 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) 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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Person Specification
Qualifications Essential
Registered Nurse (RGN) qualification with current NMC registration; teaching, mentoring or supervision qualification.
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
Workington
CA14 3NE
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.barchester.com/ (Opens in a new tab)