Lead Nurse

FUTURE CARE GROUP ,
Surbiton, Greater London
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: £19 per hour

Overview

Lead Nurse Surbiton, KT6 6QL Up to £19.00 ph 3 Days supernumerary £1000 Welcome Bonus (£500 on start of employment, £500 on completion of probation) Employee Benefit Package - great savings, discounts & rewards Discounts at major supermarkets, High Street Stores, Cinemas and many more Have you ever thought about a career in Social Care? Or you maybe already work in the Social Care Sector and looking for an employer who would take care of your future? Look no further - The Future Care Group offers career progression, training and development, amazing employee benefits and highly competitive rates. And in this uncertain times, Social care is one of the few sectors that can offer you employment and continuous income, as well as school services for your children. If you have an understanding empathy with the older person in a care home setting, we would like to hear from you. Right now, we have exciting opportunity for a Lead Nurse at Southborough Nursing Home, Langley Avenue, Surbiton The Job Role To work as a committed member with the Management Team within the Home and support the Home Manager. To actively promote and encourage as much personal independence and choice as possible within the activities of daily living and ensure person centred care is given at all times. He/she will be able to manage the general day-to-day running of the Home in the absence of the manager; provide continuity of care, laid down by the procedures operating within the Home, and be available to offer support and advice to all other members of staff, residents and relatives. Rewards and Benefits Our staff are at the heart of what we do; which is why in return for your dedication you will receive a competitive rate in line with current legislation and latest Home pay review, as well as a number of benefits. We are passionate about developing careers. We have supported our employees to become Team Leaders, Qualified Nurses and even Home Managers If you feel you can provide excellent care for residents and have an approachable attitude, then this is the perfect opportunity for you. People are at the heart of everything we do and we value every member of our team as being an integral part of our future. The Future Care Group of care homes was founded more than 20 years ago as a family business and we are proud to say it continues to be run this way. We are one of the leading care providers in the UK with a solid financial performance. We are proud of the culture we have developed as reflected in our Vision, Mission and Values. We aim to provide a supportive and rewarding work environment where our team members feel valued and part of the Future Care family. Our success to date has been down to the recruitment and development of similarly minded, hard-working team members, who share our goals and aspirations and actively work to help us achieve them. In return, we offer training and career development, within an environment of mutual respect and partnership - the result being that the highest possible standards of care are provided for our residents and, an enjoyable organisation to be a part of. As we continue to grow more opportunities will come your way. Join the Future Care Group Talent Network today and stay up-to-date on our openings as they continue to become available Don't forget, we have an amazing staff benefits scheme that will help you save money on your daily shopping as well as on your leisure time spending. Your Future Matters. The ideal candidate will have experience in - Pressure Ulcer Prevention Venepuncture Catheterisation End of Life Care 34 Syringe Driver Hold a Valid NMC pin or HCPC registration CRB Check and POVA listing Knowledge of Care Quality Commission (CQC) Guidelines. Gold Standard Framework for end of life Care Desirable not essential Knowledge of Dementia Strategy and Dementia mapping is desired but not essential Ideally The post holder will hold the relevant qualifications; have experience of working within a Dual Registered Care Home (desirable but not essential) and proven knowledge and empathy of caring for the older person. It is essential that the post holder shows strong professional leadership, a flexible attitude to work pattern and excellent communication skills. The role requires for the post holder to share with the manager the on-call duty roster.