Peripatetic Nurse - RGN/RMN/RNLD - North East

Recruiter
Confidential
Location
Durham
Salary
Competitive
Posted
02 Jul 2021
Closes
30 Jul 2021
Contract Type
Permanent
Hours
Full Time
Registered Nurse | RGN | RMN | RNLD
Salary: GBP18.50 per hour + Mileage expenses paid
Location: This role will cover homes in Durham and the surrounding areas
Contracted Hours: 44 hours per week
Shift Pattern: Mixed Shifts. Days and Nights
This is an exciting opportunity to join an established company, working in several nursing homes across the Durham and local surrounding areas. Working for this care provider you will be instrumental in the provision of care and therefore it is desirable that you have a proven track record working in a similar position within the care sector.
As a Peripatetic/Registered Nurse, you will be taking responsibility of delivering the very highest standard of care as you assess nursing needs, identify and taking right precautions for each resident. You'll be also supervising colleagues, managing shifts and making sure handover summaries are completed to the correct standard for the provider. Leading your team, you will oversee all day-to-day care activity in your designated unit or floor within the home, including maintaining accurate records for each of our client's residents whilst consistently delivering the very highest care standards.
Desirable Skills and Necessary Qualifications as a Peripatetic Nurse
* Registered Nurse qualified - RGN/RMN/RNLD with a current valid NMC PIN
* Previous experience within a nursing home is desirable but this is not essential
* Possess good judgement, problem-solving and decision-making skills
* Clear understanding and knowledge of working with CQC/ CIW / Care inspectorate guidelines
* Strong interpersonal skills and a kind, caring and compassionate nature within nursing.
* Good organisational and time management skills
* Possess effective written and verbal communication skills
* Basic IT skills
* Good communication and English language skills
* Full UK Driving License
Benefits working as a Peripatetic Nurse:
* Paid NMC PIN renewal - annual registration fee.
* Paid individual membership for the Nursing Times.
* Free DBS / PVG
* Free Uniform
* Pension Scheme
* Indemnity Insurance
* NMC Revalidation Support
* Award winning Learning and Development department based at head office.
* GP Online - around the clock GP consultation
* Colleague discounts - access to over 1600 high street discounts
* Wellbeing - a free of charge access to an independent and confidential employee assistance programme provided by AXA.
* Blue light and Arriva bus discounts
* Weight watcher corporate discounts
* Refer a friend scheme of GBP250.
Should you be interested in the position above or would like further information, please contact Lucy at Optima.
We look forward to hearing from you!
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