Job Description Burnview Healthcare is a group of family run care homes which specialises in Dementia, Nursing, Residential, and Day care.
Our emphasis is on creating a caring and secure environment where our residents know that they are 'Living Amongst Friends.
Working as part of a team all our employees play a vital role in ensuring our residents are well cared for whilst promoting a positive and enjoyable working environment.
In return, we offer our employees competitive rates of pay, full training both online and in person, and access to our Employee Assistance Programme.
We are currently recruiting for Bank Nurses to assist in the provision of care and work as part of a team to achieve required standards whilst ensuring residents retain their dignity and individuality.
About The Role Main Duties and Responsibilities 1.
To assess, plan, implement and evaluate nursing care for the Home's residents. 2.
To develop and maintain high standards of care reflecting the beliefs about nursing practise outlined in the principles of care. 3.
To contribute to the continuing development of the Home. 4.
To provide cover for the Home in the absence of a fellow member of staff. Care Skills 5.
To be a member of a nursing team led by the sister/charge nurse. 6.
To be the primary nurse or help the primary nurse in assessing, planning, implementing and evaluating the care for a named group of residents. 7.
To contribute to the plan of care, as appropriate in the absence of other primary nurses. 8.
To discuss with the sister/charge nurse all maters concerning the Home's residents. 9.
To maintain accurate and legible records of care. Organisational Skills 10.
To promote effective communication, liaising with and assisting residents, relatives and all disciplines of staff. 11.
To ensure the utmost economy is exercised in the use of light, heat, stationary and all medical products used within the Home. 12.
To ensure all policies, procedures and guidelines are adhered to and understood by junior staff. 13.
To assist in maintaining the Health and Safety of residents, visitors and fellow members of staff. 14.
To assist where necessary in showing relatives, potential residents and Care Managers around the Home. Educational Skills 15.
To contribute to maintaining a learning environment. 16.
To be prepared to regularly support and supervise junior staff. 17.
To act as a mentor/preceptor where appropriate. 18.
To assist in teaching and training programmes. Personal Development 19.
To demonstrate research based care. 20.
To discuss personal and professional development with your supervisor. 21.
To be willing to attend study days/sessions and staff meetings as required. This Job Description indicates only the main duties and responsibilities of the post.
It is not intended as an exhaustive list. Burnview Healthcare reserves the right to amend this job description from time to time, according to business needs.
Any changes will be confirmed in writing.
Please note that you share with Burnview Healthcare the responsibility for making suggestions to alter the scope of your duties and improve the effectiveness of you post. Skills Needed Relationship, Servicing, Nursing / Caring About The Company In all our homes we aim to care for our residents in a way that promotes independence and autonomy whilst giving each resident the surety that we are there to care and assist with their individual needs.
Being family run with nursing experience we pride ourselves in being active in the operation of our care homes.
We have high standards and are driven along with our management team of highly experienced health care professionals to lead our excellent staff in providing the optimum in resident care.
We pride ourselves in adhering to the principles of accountability, involvement and communication and as such operate an 'open door communication policy' to all.
Company Culture As family run care homes our emphasis is on recruiting and retaining the best people.
We have high standards and are driven along with our management team of highly experienced health care professionals to lead our excellent staff in providing the optimum in resident care.
We consider that everyone working in adult social care should be able to take part in learning and development so they can carry out their role effectively.
We believe that developing our people can only enhance the care we give.
We can all learn daily which can develop us both as people and care givers.
Training from Induction to recurrent training updates will help to develop the right skills and knowledge so our team can provide high quality care and support.
We encourage staff training either in-house or via external training organisations.
We promote individual supported training, group training and practical training.
Desired Criteria Experience of working with the relevant Resident group Required Criteria Right to live and work in the UK NMC Registration and subsequent adherence to its code of practice Genuine interest in working within a caring environment Ability to communicate effectively at all levels Team player Willingness to participate in Vocational Training Programmes Closing Date Friday 29th November, 2024