Job summary
St.
Vincents Nursing Home is a not-for-profit, independent Nursing Home registered
with the Care Quality Commission (CQC). Our aim is to be a leading residential
and nursing care provider.
We take
pride in our reputation for professionalism and kindness in our service to
residents. We care for people over the age of 60, who require support in a
homely environment.
Job
Purpose: To
lead your unit within St. Vincents Nursing Home, ensuring that high-quality
care to our residents is always being delivered.
Main duties of the job
Provide clinical support and guidance
within the nursing care team.
Mentor your team to upskill and support
them.
Support your team with competency-based
monitoring and training around the Care Certificate.
Provide strong leadership in the
clinical environment using the core skills of facilitation, negotiation,
conflict resolution, teaching and delegation.
Manage the ordering and administration of
medication for all residents.
Monitor staff performance and conduct andannual appraisals with all direct
reports
Ensure safe systems of work are in line
with the Home requirements
Represent the Home on Health &
Safety matters
Participate in and lead organisational
clinical and nursing audit programmes
Support Governance in the investigation
of incidents, accidents and complaints.
Induct new staff and organise training.
Work closely with the other Nurse Managers
on a rotational basis.
Keep accurate records of day to day
practice.
Adhere to the requirements of
confidentiality in relation to residents and staff by referring to the
Safeguarding and GDPR policies St Vincents Nursing Home and CQC.
To ensure personal compliance with Home Policies and Procedures including Health & Safety
and Security Regulations.
To maintain desired standards of
behaviour and general appearance.
Complete mandatory training
About us
To
positively promote St Vincents Nursing Homes values of Dignity, Respect,
Individuality; promoting St. Vincents ethos of wellbeing, Dignity and
Excellence in your day-to-day work, ensuring residents receive holistic,
person-centred care.
The
post-holder may be required to carry out other duties and responsibilities,
from time to time, as determined by St. Vincents Nursing Home. The job
description will also be subject to change in line with the needs of the Home.
Staff
have a contractual duty to ensure that mandatory training is current and will
be expected to participate and undertake further developmental training,
specific to their role.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Job
Purpose: To
lead your unit within St. Vincents Nursing Home, ensuring that high-quality
care to our residents is always being delivered.
Key
Responsibilities
Provide clinical support and guidance
within the nursing care team.
Mentor your team to upskill and support
them.
Support your team with competency-based
monitoring and training around the Care Certificate.
Provide strong leadership in the
clinical environment using the core skills of facilitation, negotiation,
conflict resolution, teaching and delegation.
Ensure adequate staffing at all times.
Manage the ordering and administration of
medication for all residents.
Monitor staff performance and conduct.
Conduct annual appraisals with all direct
reports.
Ensure safe systems of work are in line
with St Vincents Nursing Home requirements.
Represent the Home on Health &
Safety matters.
Participate in and lead organisational
clinical and nursing audit programmes.
Support Governance in the investigation
of incidents, accidents and complaints.
Induct new staff and organise training.
Work closely with the other Nurse Managers
on a rotational basis.
Keep accurate records of day-to-day
practice.
Adhere to the requirements of
confidentiality in relation to residents and staff by referring to the
Safeguarding and GDPR policies St Vincents Nursing Home and CQC.
To ensure personal compliance with St
Vincents Nursing Home Policies and Procedures including Health & Safety
and Security Regulations.
To maintain desired standards of
behaviour, dress and general appearance.
Complete mandatory training relevant to
your role.
Additional Responsibilities
Employees must be aware of their Health
& Safety responsibilities to ensure that agreed safety procedures are
carried out and to maintain a safe environment for all employees, residents,
volunteers and visitors.
To be aware of infection control
policies, procedures and the importance of protecting themselves, residents,
volunteers and visitors and in maintaining a clean and healthy environment.
Receive induction training and yearly
updates for Manual Handling Moving and Positioning, to provide sufficient and
safe practice with residents. This includes working with hoists, rota stands,
and other specialised transfer, positioning and postural management equipment,
in the correct way, fulfilling Health & Safety policies and legislation.
To follow St Vincents Nursing Home
training requirements such as yearly mandatory training via e-learning, staff
competencies and workshops if required to attend.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Job
Purpose: To
lead your unit within St. Vincents Nursing Home, ensuring that high-quality
care to our residents is always being delivered.
Key
Responsibilities
Provide clinical support and guidance
within the nursing care team.
Mentor your team to upskill and support
them.
Support your team with competency-based
monitoring and training around the Care Certificate.
Provide strong leadership in the
clinical environment using the core skills of facilitation, negotiation,
conflict resolution, teaching and delegation.
Ensure adequate staffing at all times.
Manage the ordering and administration of
medication for all residents.
Monitor staff performance and conduct.
Conduct annual appraisals with all direct
reports.
Ensure safe systems of work are in line
with St Vincents Nursing Home requirements.
Represent the Home on Health &
Safety matters.
Participate in and lead organisational
clinical and nursing audit programmes.
Support Governance in the investigation
of incidents, accidents and complaints.
Induct new staff and organise training.
Work closely with the other Nurse Managers
on a rotational basis.
Keep accurate records of day-to-day
practice.
Adhere to the requirements of
confidentiality in relation to residents and staff by referring to the
Safeguarding and GDPR policies St Vincents Nursing Home and CQC.
To ensure personal compliance with St
Vincents Nursing Home Policies and Procedures including Health & Safety
and Security Regulations.
To maintain desired standards of
behaviour, dress and general appearance.
Complete mandatory training relevant to
your role.
Additional Responsibilities
Employees must be aware of their Health
& Safety responsibilities to ensure that agreed safety procedures are
carried out and to maintain a safe environment for all employees, residents,
volunteers and visitors.
To be aware of infection control
policies, procedures and the importance of protecting themselves, residents,
volunteers and visitors and in maintaining a clean and healthy environment.
Receive induction training and yearly
updates for Manual Handling Moving and Positioning, to provide sufficient and
safe practice with residents. This includes working with hoists, rota stands,
and other specialised transfer, positioning and postural management equipment,
in the correct way, fulfilling Health & Safety policies and legislation.
To follow St Vincents Nursing Home
training requirements such as yearly mandatory training via e-learning, staff
competencies and workshops if required to attend.
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Competence in nursing interventions. E.g venipuncture, male catheterisation
- Leadership qualities
- Care Standard's Act 2000
- CQC Regulations
- Experience of working within a nursing team
- Experience of dealing with vulnerable patients
- Undertaking Risk assessment
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered General Nurse
- Valid PIN
- Qualification in Older People care
Desirable
- Ability to use own initiative
- Decision making skills
- Great interpersonal skills
- Excellent communication skills
- Flexible /adaptable
Experience
Essential
- Competence in nursing interventions. E.g venipuncture, male catheterisation
- Leadership qualities
- Care Standard's Act 2000
- CQC Regulations
- Experience of working within a nursing team
- Experience of dealing with vulnerable patients
- Undertaking Risk assessment
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Competence in nursing interventions. E.g venipuncture, male catheterisation
- Leadership qualities
- Care Standard's Act 2000
- CQC Regulations
- Experience of working within a nursing team
- Experience of dealing with vulnerable patients
- Undertaking Risk assessment
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered General Nurse
- Valid PIN
- Qualification in Older People care
Desirable
- Ability to use own initiative
- Decision making skills
- Great interpersonal skills
- Excellent communication skills
- Flexible /adaptable
Experience
Essential
- Competence in nursing interventions. E.g venipuncture, male catheterisation
- Leadership qualities
- Care Standard's Act 2000
- CQC Regulations
- Experience of working within a nursing team
- Experience of dealing with vulnerable patients
- Undertaking Risk assessment
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
