About this role
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Main duties of the job We are looking for a registered children's nurse to join a team of nurses who support a male teenage client in his home and the community. Our client is a medically complex young man who needs support around the clock to ensure his needs are met. Whilst our client is medically complex, his family and care team are very knowledgeable and will support you fully to integrate into the team and routine. He lives at home with his family and their pet dog, enjoys playing on his iPad, as well as with his trains and figures, and enjoys going out with his family as long as it isn't cold or wet! He mobilises with assistance and has a wheelchair for longer distances. His family home as an adapted room downstairs which is fit for his needs.
About us Active Care Group are a pioneering national provider of complex care services, delivering pathways and better outcomes for people. We have a collaborative and holistic approach to care underpinned by proven clinical and therapeutic expertise. We specialise in supporting young people and adults with complex needs to make positive progress and lead happier, more independent lives.
Job description Job responsibilities
What you'll be working:
36 - 48 hours - Reliable, consistent shifts
A range of shifts are available to help support within the client's package of care;
he has support from nursing staff almost all of the time and requires 1:1 care during the day and overnight.
What you'll be doing:
Providing support to a teenage client in his home and in the community as necessary.
Interacting with him, playing games and watching his iPad.
Promoting independence where appropriate.
Personal care
Our client also has a variety of medical needs, including:
A central venous line and IV medications and TPN An ileostomy Enteral feeds and medications Clinical observations - temperature, HR and SpO2 Multiple severe allergies for which he has an EpiPen
What you'll have:
A current NMC Pin registration (Registered Childrens Nurse) A legal right to work in the UK Own vehicle with work insurance We also want to ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable facilities to participate in job applications or interviews to perform essential job functions. To support this, we are a Disability Confident employer.
What to look forward to:
25 days plus bank holidays Birthday off Join the Active Learning Hub and benefit from a wide range of e learning and face to face training and development opportunities Reward App giving discounts and savings on your weekly shop Free 24 hour confidential Employee Assistance Programme Helpline & App to support with legal, health, wellbeing, relationship and consumer advice A Nest Personal Pension account Access to join a Medicash Health Plan for you and your family to save money on everyday health essentials – like going to the dentist or opticians We recognise outstanding Active Behaviours via the Active Awards programme Enhanced Sick & Maternity Pay benefits Refer a Friend Scheme and earn yourself up to £1500 for Nurses, Therapists & Doctors, £500 all other roles, by recommending someone you know ……and, of course, the support and guidance of our qualified clinical and business leadership teams so that you can really develop your career with Active Care Group
Person Specification
Qualifications Essential
A current NMC Pin registration (Registered Childrens Nurse) A legal right to work in the UK Own vehicle with work insurance
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 Active Care Group
Address Shrewsbury - Care in the Home North Division
Shrewsbury
Shropshire
SY1 1AD
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://activecaregroup.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)