About this role
Job summary With over 25 years' experience, nearly 240 care homes, and six independent hospitals, Barchester is one of the UK's foremost care providers. Our phenomenal dementia care team work tirelessly to review and support the performance of every home to achieve exceptional quality care for every resident. We have a rare opportunity for a nurse with a specialism in dementia care and a passion for excellence to join our national team as a Dementia Nurse Specialist. In this vital role, you will support our memory lane communities, as well as any other home or hospital that requires a specialist dementia intervention. WHAT WE CAN OFFER: A competitive package, including car allowance and discretionary bonus The opportunity to work for a great provider with exciting growth Fantastic training and development opportunities Being part of a highly respected team REQUIRED EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS: RN with a current NMC PIN Post Registration clinical experience of working with people with dementia over the last 5 years Evidence of continuing professional development in the field of dementia care Understanding of the current regulatory framework Understanding of ethical
Main duties of the job Barchester Healthcare, a leading care provider in the UK, is offering an exceptional opportunity for a Dementia Nurse Specialist to join their national team. The role entails supporting memory lane communities and other homes or hospitals requiring specialist dementia intervention. The nurse will be involved in reviewing clinical performance, ensuring regulatory compliance, conducting quality assurance visits, and developing clinical improvement plans. The position offers a competitive package, including car allowance, discretionary bonus, and opportunities for career growth and training. Key qualifications include an RN with a current NMC PIN, significant post-registration clinical experience in dementia care, and evidence of continuing professional development in this field. The role requires an understanding of the regulatory framework, ethical and legal issues in dementia care, and experience in coaching and mentorship. A full UK driving licence is essential for this role.
About us Barchester Healthcare is renowned as one of the UK's foremost care providers, boasting over 25 years of experience in the industry. Managing nearly 240 care homes and six independent hospitals, Barchester stands out for its commitment to delivering exceptional quality care. The organisation places significant emphasis on dementia care, orchestrating a dedicated team that perennially reviews and enhances care home performances to ensure every resident receives superior care. Barchester prides itself on a work culture that respects and values its team members, recognising them as pivotal contributors to the organisation's success. Significantly, Barchester has the singular distinction of being the only healthcare provider accredited as one of the best companies to work for in the UK. By fostering an empowering and rewarding work environment, Barchester seeks to support and promote the career progression of its workforce actively.
Job description Job responsibilities
With over 25 years' experience, nearly 240 care homes, and six independent hospitals, Barchester is one of the UK's foremost care providers. Our phenomenal dementia care team work tirelessly to review and support the performance of every home to achieve exceptional quality care for every resident. We have a rare opportunity for a nurse with a specialism in dementia care and a passion for excellence to join our national team as a Dementia Nurse Specialist. In this vital role, you will support our memory lane communities, as well as any other home or hospital that requires a specialist dementia intervention.
WHAT WE CAN OFFER: A competitive package, including car allowance and discretionary bonus The opportunity to work for a great provider with exciting growth Fantastic training and development opportunities Being part of a highly respected team
REQUIRED EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS: RN with a current NMC PIN Post Registration clinical experience of working with people with dementia over the last 5 years Evidence of continuing professional development in the field of dementia care Understanding of the current regulatory framework Understanding of ethical and legal issues surrounding dementia care Coaching and mentorship experience Full UK driving licence
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Review the clinical performance of each home, identifying strategies to ensure regulatory compliance and sustainability in relation to dementia care provision Conduct robust quality assurance visits, and follow up with agreed action plans Analyse the clinical governance database to inform clinical improvement plans. Support the home to meet all regulatory and statutory requirements including dementia specific training Ensure that all residents are treated with dignity, and additional psychological and emotional support is provided where appropriate Adhere to the local safeguarding policy and the reporting mechanisms, following the Duty of Candour requirements Integrate current knowledge of dementia into practice, informed by research and other forms of evidence. Develop dementia care projects within homes and division, offering staff advice and encouragement Demonstrate professional and clinical leadership with a person centred approach Work with the activities and life enrichment teams to ensure engaging activities are delivered Support the revalidation process for qualified nurses, in line with the NMC code Provide professional input into strategic planning and projects to develop and enhance the work of Barchester Healthcare Develop close working relationships with management and support services to ensure priorities are identified and addressed Support senior clinical staff with investigations or complaints relating to the dementia care communityAs the only healthcare provider to be accredited as one of the best companies to work for in the UK, Barchester are dedicated to ensuring that our team are respected and their contribution valued. If you are looking to develop a career with an employer that is supportive and offers progression opportunities, Barchester is an empowering and rewarding place to be.
Person Specification
Qualifications Essential
RN with a current NMC PIN, Post Registration clinical experience of working with people with dementia over the last 5 years, Evidence of continuing professional development in the field of dementia care, Understanding of the current regulatory framework, Understanding of ethical and legal issues surrounding dementia care, Coaching and mentorship experience, Full UK driving licence
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
Gateshead
NE9 7AD
Employer's website https://www.barchester.com/ (Opens in a new tab)