About the Company
Barchester Healthcare is one of the UK’s leading care providers, committed to delivering personalised care and support to our residents. With a network of care homes and hospitals across the UK, we offer a warm, friendly and secure environment where residents can enjoy life to the full. We pride ourselves on our highly trained and dedicated teams who provide the highest standards of residential care, nursing care, dementia care, and rehabilitative care, ensuring dignity and respect for every individual. Our mission is to provide outstanding care and to do so, we seek passionate and skilled professionals to join our growing family.
Job Description
We are seeking a compassionate and skilled Geriatric Nurse to join our dedicated team in Derby. This is an exceptional opportunity for an international nurse looking to advance their career in the UK, as we offer comprehensive visa sponsorship for eligible candidates. You will play a crucial role in providing high-quality, person-centred care to our elderly residents, ensuring their physical, emotional, and social well-being. Your expertise will be vital in assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating care plans, while upholding the highest standards of professional practice and regulatory compliance within our care home setting. We believe in empowering our nurses and offering continuous professional development to support your growth.
Key Responsibilities
- Assess, plan, implement, and evaluate person-centred care plans for elderly residents, ensuring their individual needs are met.
- Administer medication safely and accurately, strictly adhering to company policies, NMC guidelines, and best practice.
- Monitor residents' health conditions, interpret observations, and respond to changes in their health status appropriately and promptly.
- Collaborate effectively with multi-disciplinary teams, including doctors, therapists, and other care staff, to ensure holistic care.
- Maintain accurate, comprehensive, and up-to-date resident records, ensuring strict confidentiality at all times.
- Provide clinical leadership, support, and guidance to care assistants, fostering a positive and collaborative team environment.
- Communicate effectively and empathetically with residents, their families, and external healthcare professionals.
- Participate actively in continuous professional development, training sessions, and clinical supervision.
- Ensure full compliance with all relevant Care Quality Commission (CQC) regulations and internal policies and procedures.
Required Skills
- Valid Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) registration or eligibility to register (e.g., passed CBT and/or OET/IELTS).
- Minimum of 2 years post-qualification nursing experience, with demonstrable experience in geriatric care or a related field.
- Proven knowledge of care planning, medication management, wound care, and clinical assessment techniques.
- Excellent verbal and written communication and strong interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work effectively both as part of a team and independently, demonstrating initiative.
- Strong commitment to delivering person-centred care, upholding resident dignity, and promoting independence.
- Proficiency in English (written and spoken) to a professional standard.
Preferred Qualifications
- Previous experience working in a UK care home or hospital setting.
- Experience with electronic care planning and record-keeping systems.
- Specialist training or qualifications in gerontology, dementia care, or palliative care.
- A comprehensive understanding of the UK's healthcare regulatory framework, particularly CQC standards.
Perks & Benefits
- Comprehensive visa sponsorship for eligible international candidates, including Certificate of Sponsorship (COS).
- Relocation support package (where applicable) to assist with settling in the UK.
- Competitive salary and an attractive pension scheme.
- Generous opportunities for professional development, training, and clear career progression pathways.
- Paid annual leave and sick pay entitlement.
- Access to an employee assistance programme and comprehensive well-being support services.
- Subsidised meals on duty and free parking at our facilities.
- Exclusive discounted gym memberships and various retail offers.
- A welcoming, supportive, and collaborative work environment with a strong team ethos.
How to Apply
Interested candidates are invited to submit their application by clicking the "Apply Now" button below. To ensure your application is considered, please include the following:
- A current resume
- A cover letter outlining your suitability for the role and your motivation for applying.
We review applications on a rolling basis and will contact shortlisted candidates for an interview.
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