clinician Christchurch, England
Job description
One of our Clients is looking for a Admiral Nurse/Clinical Lead for their purpose-built Nursing Homes in Dorset.
Job Details as Admiral Nurse/Clinical Lead:
Job Type: Full-Time
Location: 3 Nursing Homes in Dorset & 4th home in Brackley, Northamptonshire
Salary: £45,000 per annum
About the role
In collaboration with Dementia UK, looking to recruit an exceptional, registered nurse (adult/mental health/learning disability) with a passion for, and experience of, providing relationship-centred dementia care to launch an exciting new Admiral Nurse service.
Reports to: Home Manager/Deputy Manager/Clinical Lead
Purpose of the Role:
Admiral Nurses are specialist dementia nurses who work with and support people with dementia and their families who have complex needs. As an Admiral Nurse you will provide specialist one-to-one support, guidance and practical solutions for families, alongside supporting best practice and providing role modelling for care home staff in a select group of Kingsley’s care homes. This service mainly covers three of Dorset based care homes with monthly provision to a fourth home in Brackley, Northamptonshire.
Dementia UK will support you to maintain and strengthen your clinical and leadership expertise as a specialist Admiral Nurse through regular clinical supervision and practice and professional development opportunities. You will become a welcome part of a network of Admiral Nurses, and will have the opportunity to access relevant post-graduate training and develop professionally, informed by the Admiral Nurse Competency Framework.
Key Duties and Responsibilities:
- Dementia expertise - Possess specialised knowledge and expertise in dementia care by staying updated on the latest research, treatments, and best practices in the field of dementia.
- Assessment and care planning- Conduct comprehensive assessments to understand the individual's needs and develop personalised care plans. This involves considering the person's physical, emotional, and social well-being, as well as the needs of their family.
- Emotional support - Provide emotional support to individuals living with dementia and their families. Offering a listening ear, guidance, and reassurance during difficult times, helping them to cope with the challenges and emotional impact of dementia.
- Education and advice - Provide education and practical advice to staff and families, helping them understand dementia and its progression. Offering guidance on managing symptoms, behaviour changes, communication techniques, and strategies to enhance quality of life.
- Coordination of care - Work collaboratively with other healthcare professionals, such as doctors, nurses, and social workers, to ensure a holistic approach to care. Coordinate services and interventions, facilitating access to appropriate support networks and resources.
- Training and consultancy - Provide training and consultancy services to staff in our care homes by sharing their expertise and promoting best practices in dementia care.
Skills and Attributes:
- Experience of supporting people with dementia and their carers/families
- Experience in service specific setting, of leading/managing a service, supporting practice development/ quality improvement and service evaluation.
- Understanding of local/national skills and competency frameworks
- Valid UK driving license and willingness to travel between care homes with some overnight stay, as required.
Education and Qualifications:
- Registered Nurse (RN/RNMH/RNLD)
- Postgraduate qualification in relevant field
Benefits as Registered Nurse (RGN/RMN):
- Cost of DBS will be paid
- We are a Living Wage Employer
- Automatic enrolment into the Blue Light Scheme. We’ll reimburse the £4.99 enrolment fee of this fantastic scheme that offers discounts on holidays, days out and over 15,000 national brands.
- Your uniform will be provided
- Enhanced rates of pay for bank holidays
- Comprehensive induction and training programme.
- Opportunities for career development and progression.
- Wellbeing support – your health is important to us, and we’ll ensure that if you need help, you can access our employee support scheme.
- Contributory pension Scheme
- PIN renewal paid annually
- Excellent performance related bonus
- Paid travel time between visits
- Commuting mileage reimbursement
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: £45,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Discounted or free food
- Free or subsidised travel
- Free parking
- Health & wellbeing programme
- On-site parking
- Sick pay
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
Supplemental pay types:
- Bonus scheme
- Yearly bonus
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Christchurch, BH23 5JS: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)
Experience:
- Admiral Nurse/Clinical Lead: 1 year (preferred)
Licence/Certification:
- NMC (required)
Work authorisation:
- United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person
