Staff Nurse - Complex Care / Mental Health

Appoint Group ,
Rochdale, Greater Manchester
Job Type: Full-time

Overview

Staff Nurse Location: Rochdale, Greater Manchester Service Type: Specialist Care Home for young adults with complex needs including Huntington's disease, neuro-disabilities, brain injury and stroke rehabilitation and mental health Salary: £16.00 per hour ( £27,456 - £36,608 per annum ) - negotiable depending on your experience Hours : Full Time and Part Time hours are available - you can choose depending on your preference (options of: 22, 33, 38.5 or 44 hours per week) Shifts: Options of Days only or Nights only or Mixed shifts on a rotational basis - you can choose depending on your preference Rated Good by CQC in all 5 areas - September 2019 Are you looking for a staff nurse position in Rochdale, Greater Manchester? If yes, you've reached the right place An exciting opportunity has arisen for a newly qualified preceptorship nurse or experienced registered nurse ( Adult Nurse - RGN, Mental Health Nurse - RMN or Learning Disability Nurse - RNLD ) to work within a very positive, friendly and supportive specialist care home for young adults with complex needs including mental health and physical health, neurological disorders and brain injury in Rochdale. The Care Home has a very positive and supportive work environment with a brilliant long-standing team. The culture of the Care Home is very team orientated and the Manager has an open-door policy and are very approachable and respectful; everyone's contribution is valued. They are very proud of their recent GOOD CQC rating. Service Details: The Care Home is a 20-bed home split into two 10-bedded units. The home cares for complex conditions including: Brain injury, spinal injury and stroke Huntington's disease Mental health Neuro-disabilities They are committed to providing the best care and support to all their Service Users, the average ratio of staff in this home is 10 Support Workers to every nurse and 1 Nurse to 10 Service Users. They are rated highly on carehome.co.uk and have several fantastic reviews left by services users and relatives of services users. Below is a recent example of a review left by the relative of a service user: "I don't say thank you enough for the wonderful care my relative receives. Your professionalism and caring approach is second to none and I just wanted to let you know how heartfelt you are appreciated." The Service Manager is highly-qualified in various areas of nursing, and is very keen to invest time into the training and development of all staff. There are also plenty of opportunities to undertake additional training courses externally on top of the extensive in-house training. Preceptorship nurses: In the case of newly qualified / preceptorship nurses, the care home offers a fantastic preceptorship programme. They have a good number of experienced staff to support and mentor newly qualified nurses. Training / Induction and opportunities for development and progression: The Care Home offers a structured and thorough 2-week induction programme, which will include various training courses. You will also have access to clear and structured development programmes where you can see clear pathways to progression within the service. You will also have access to training opportunities to develop and enhance your nursing skills. You will receive ongoing support from your Manager. Shifts: The Manager tries to be as flexible they can with nurses' requirements. They can accommodate part-time or full-time hours and they can be flexible with shifts. They are happy to consider fixed shift patterns and they are happy to consider nurses who prefer working days only or nights only. Please state if you have any preferences on your hours and/or shift pattern in your application. Location: The Service is easily accessed by car and via public transport. There is free parking on site. Employee Benefits: • Comprehensive induction programme • On-going training and development • A very strong talent development programme with a clear development structure • Preceptorship programme for newly qualified nurses • Good CQC rating • 28 days annual leave • Company pension scheme • Free uniform • Free car parking • Paid NMC registration after 12 months - Worth £120 • Paid enhanced DBS check • RCNi CPD e-learning - offers support and training for revalidation • Childcare vouchers • Retail and leisure discounts • Holiday discounts • 2 for 1 cinema tickets • Employee assistance program - 24 hour helpline and face to face counselling • Free financial advice and assistance For more information or to apply for the role please call Erin Giles on 01489 774 204 or email a copy of your CV to erin.gilesappointgroup.co.uk Applications will be held in the strictest confidence. APPMHEG