Job Description

Night Nurse

Full-time (36 hours per week)
£20 per hour + paid breaks

** £2,000 welcome bonus **

We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated Night Nurse to join our client's team and provide exceptional care to their elderly residents in their nursing home. As a Night Nurse, you will be responsible for overseeing the well-being of the residents during night shifts, ensuring their comfort and addressing any medical needs that may arise, including general nursing, respite, palliative, and dementia care.

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse qualification (RGN or RMN) and valid UK NMC Pin
• Experience in elderly care or nursing home settings, with a focus on palliative and dementia care
• Proficiency in developing and implementing care plans, especially for residents with dementia needs
• Strong medication administration skills, including the specialized requirements for palliative and dementia care
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities, particularly important when providing support for families of residents with dementia or palliative care needs
• Ability to remain calm and focused in high-pressure situations, especially during palliative care and in emergency situations related to dementia care

Benefits:

• Recognition and long service awards
• Paid NMC renewal fee
• Benefits app - get access to high-street discounts
• Inhouse training and opportunity to gain qualifications
• Support with revalidation
• Employee assistance programme

Responsibilities

• Conducting regular rounds to monitor the health and safety of elderly residents throughout the night
• Administering medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians, including those for palliative and dementia care
• Documenting residents' medical histories and maintaining accurate and up-to-date care plans, particularly for those with dementia needs
• Responding to medical emergencies and providing immediate care and support, with a focus on palliative care and dementia support
• Collaborating with the daytime nursing staff to ensure continuity of care, especially for residents with complex needs
• Communicating effectively with residents and their families to address any concerns or provide updates on their condition, with empathy and understanding for those in need of palliative or dementia care
• Adhering to all relevant regulations and best practices in elder care and nursing, particularly those related to dementia care and palliative support

Reference: WILL79915/DB (AP)

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