Nurse – Derwent lodge/Fern Gardens

We are looking for a Nurses to join our team at our services Derwent Lodge and Fern Gardens Care Home

Set within four grounds of two buildings, Derwent Lodge and Fern Gardens Care Homes are purpose-built property specializing in residential, nursing, dementia and short-stay respite care.

Job purpose is to achieve the highest possible standard of care through direct nursing care and effective supervision of Staff Members.

Duties include:

• Ensure that all Staff Members contribute to the best of their ability to the efficient running of the Care Home and the creation of an atmosphere conducive to the best interests of the Service Users.
• Report any ill health amongst Service Users and make requests for GP/Professional visits where necessary
• Ensure that the Service Users Care Plans are completed and maintained in conjunction with Service Users, Relatives, and other Health Care Professions, and in accordance with NMC guidelines & Company policy
• Assess all aspects of Service Users’ care needs, and provide health supervision and direct Nursing Care when required
• Maintain accurate records and ensure that each Service User within the Care Centre has an individualised Care Plan.
• Carry out regular checks on Service Users at intervals determined by the Home Manager. Ensure a clear and concise handover report is given to all relevant Staff Members at the end of each shift.
• Administer prescribed medicines and document the same in accordance with the Company’s procedure and NMC guidelines