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Registered Nurse (fixed-term maternity cover)

Hendra Court Nursing Home

PAR

32 hour contact

Start of Contract - 26/01/2026

This is a fixed-term maternity cover contract expected to commence 26/01/2026 until 'approximately 9-12 months' with the possibility of extension or fulltime employment.

Join a Team That Cares as Much as You Do

Are you a Registered Nurse longing to feel truly valued in a role where your compassion, clinical skills, and leadership make a real difference every single day?

We are looking for a passionate and enthusiastic Registered Nurse to join our friendly and supportive team.

You'll work in a warm and welcoming environment where you're empowered to deliver outstanding care, lead by example, and inspire those around you. Hendra Court is a 50 bed Nursing home supporting both end of life and individuals living with dementia.

If you're ready to take the next step with a care provider that truly puts people first, we'd love to hear from you.

1,000 Welcome bonus for Nurses

£500 refer a friend scheme

Reward and recognition Schemes

Supportive team environment

Opportunity to grow and progress in a rewarding career

Enhancements paid for weekend - (time and a quarter)

Enhancements paid for bank holidays - (double time)

Main Duties & Responsibilities

As a Registered Nurse, you will play a crucial role in supporting the health, wellbeing, and dignity of our residents. You will be responsible for delivering high-quality nursing care, leading the care team, and ensuring that each resident's unique needs are recognised and met with compassion and professionalism.

Your key responsibilities will include:

• Being fully aware of each resident's medical, psychological, and social needs
• Taking ownership of care plans by assessing, implementing, and regularly evaluating residents' needs in line with company policies and best practice
• Leading and supervising a team of Health Care Assistants, ensuring they deliver care to the highest standards
• Participating in ongoing training and development to maintain and enhance clinical skills and professional performance
• Undertaking drug rounds safely and efficiently, ensuring medication is administered at prescribed times and supplies are adequately maintained
• Carrying out nursing procedures such as venepuncture, blood glucose monitoring, catheterisation, wound care, and vital signs monitoring
• Taking charge of the home during the absence of the Home Manager or Deputy Manager

Requirements:

• Kind, caring, and compassionate approach to nursing
• Enthusiastic and committed to making a positive impact on the lives of those in our care
• Highly motivated with a passion for achieving and maintaining excellent standards
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build trust with residents, families, and colleagues
• Professional, proactive, and confident in delivering nursing care and contributing to nursing services
• Active NMC Registration (PIN required)

Pay Scale

• £25.75 per hour
• £32.19 per hour (Weekends)
• £51.50 per hour (Bank Holidays)

A full job description is available on request.