Head of Care - Nursing Home

Recruiter
Anonymous
Location
Bicester
Salary
Pension, life insurance, NMC PIN
Posted
09 Feb 2019
Closes
09 Mar 2019
Contract Type
Permanent
Hours
Full Time
Bicester, GBP37,000 per annum

Head of Care / Clinical Lead Nurse
Reference: JO17664

JOB DESCRIPTION:
A permanent Head of Care post has become available in a reputable nursing home in Bicester.

* GBP36,500 per annum

* 37.5 hours per week

* CQC report: Good

* Must be a qualified nurse

* Nursing, dementia and residential care for the elderly

* Start asap

* Immediate interviews

The successful Head of Nursing Care candidate will be required to assist the Home Manager in planning and implementing the highest quality of nursing care to the homes frail elderly residents, some of who may suffer with dementia. You will be responsible for managing and motivating a team of nurses and carers and helping to ensure the smooth running of this reputable nursing home. Good communication skills and a passion for providing outstanding care are therefore essential.

SKILLS / QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:
• You must be a qualified nurse - RGN - and registered with the NMC
• Excellent communication skills
• Previous experience in a Senior Nurse or Clinical Lead post desirable but not essential
• Min 3 years hands-on nursing experience

• Passion for elderly / dementia care

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

• Work autonomously and independently whilst building strong relationships with the management and care staff throughout the organisation
• Maintain and assess the home's high quality care

• Organising and motivating the carers to ensure excellent standards of care are delivered
• Assist in inductions and orientations of new care staff

• Help to uphold the home's reputation as a recognised centre of excellence
• Liaising with other healthcare professionals and members of the multi-disciplinary team
• Administrative duties

Apply today to arrange an interview or call (phone number removed) for more information!!

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