Job summary
To lead
your unit within St. Vincents Nursing Home, ensuring that high-quality care to
our residents is always being delivered.
Be accountable and responsible for the management of the
clinical wings.
Ensure that the needs of the residents in the Wing are assessed
and Care Plans are in place for a safe and transparent delivery of care.
Promote and offer active teamwork and positive nursing leadership.
Ensure that care provided is evidence based and that the planning,
implementation and evaluation is centred on the resident
Work closely with the Clinical Service Manager, Clinical Service
Deputy and other managers within St Vincent's Nursing Home to maintain, develop
and improve the care provided.
Main duties of the job
Lead the nursing team to provide a high standard of person-centred care based on a philosophy, which recognises the resident as an individual.
Promote and maintain good teamwork though the effective use of internal communication where each member of staff is given respect and their individual contribution is valued.
- Demonstrate active involvement and participation in the management of the home
- Maintain all necessary documentation with regard to confidentiality and the Data Protection Act and uphold effective and accurate record keeping by ensuring high standards of record and report writing are maintained.
Demonstrate and lead by example in the delivery of care
Be able to act up in the absence of Clinical Service Manager or the Clinical Service Deputy and make sound and considered decisions out of hours.
Maintain the activity and standards within St Vincents, in accordance with our Policies and Procedures
Lead and undertake setting, implementing and updating standards of care, providing
The best possible standards
Assess the ability and skills of staff to ensure that they are competent to practice as per policies and procedures within their sphere of practice.
Ensure that all medications are held in safe custody and prescribed according to the St Vincents Medication policy and procedure.
About us
Our modern, purpose-built Care Home, with its own beautifully
landscaped gardens, is located in an idyllic setting on the brow of Haste Hill,
right next to Ruislip and Eastcotes historic woodlands. This tranquil and
restful location is easily accessible by car and public transport. We also have
the benefit of our own onsite car park.
The Home is built over two floors and is divided into four
wings, with a total of 62 residents in total. Each wing has a day time
team consisting of a registered nurse and four experienced carers.
Job description
Job 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 Vincent's 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 Vincent's Nursing Home and CQC.
To ensure personal compliance with St
Vincent's 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.
Job description
Job 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 Vincent's 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 Vincent's Nursing Home and CQC.
To ensure personal compliance with St
Vincent's 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.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered General Nurse
- Current/Valid Pin Number
- Nursing Management
Desirable
- Qualification in Older People Care
- Competence in nursing interventions. E.g venepuncture
- Male catheterisation
- Dementia Care
- Undertaking Risk Assessment
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered General Nurse
- Current/Valid Pin Number
- Nursing Management
Desirable
- Qualification in Older People Care
- Competence in nursing interventions. E.g venepuncture
- Male catheterisation
- Dementia Care
- 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).
