Current employment opportunities

Registered Nurse X3

37.5 Hours (Rota Basis) £23,205 – £24,862.50

JOB SUMMARY To assist the Unit Manager to effectively manage the nursing staff on the unit through planning of off-duty rotas and the deployment of staff Promote good liaison with the relatives of residents and outside agencies To participate in evaluating and improving all nursing standards and functions of Nightingale, in conjunction with others, thus ensuring residents are receiving holistic and person centred care of the highest quality and to CQC standards. Maintaining and updating evidence based practice. To assist the Unit Manager to establish and develop effective relationships with a range of managers, clinicians and staff within Nightingale and to plan and facilitate changes and innovation in practice. To maintain a sound and current knowledge of care issues in relation to older people. To be aware of relevant legislation governing residential and nursing home Engage in clinical practice on a regular basis to enhance clinical relationships and maintain personal practice skills To conduct 1:1 staff supervisions every two months for staff allocated to them. To meet associated national guidelines and fully abide by their guidance and be fully conversant with the Code of Practice of the post holder’s professional body. To assist the Unit Manager to utilise a range of research methods and findings to help monitor and review, modify and improve practice, ensuring the highest possible standards of care are maintained. To participate in any on duty or out-of-hours rosters as required, including working opposite the Unit Manager. To be responsible for the unit in the absence of the Unit Manager. Qualifications & Experience Required Registered Nurse Level Two To have substantive experience in caring for older people in a nursing or residential setting. Knowledge of current practice in relation to older people To show evidence of developing effective leadership and organisational qualities, including a knowledge of communication skills required to effectively manage staff and other resources. An ability to encourage and enable staff to continue their professional development Ability to work on a rostered basis, including evenings, nights, weekends and public holidays in order to meet the needs of the service. For an application form and further information contact Neeva Debnath, Nightingale, 105 Nightingale Lane, London, SW12 8NB or ring 020 8673 3495 email karamclivany@nightingalehouse.org.uk neevadebnath@nightingalehouse.org.uk

Deputy Unit Manager

37.5 hours per week - Rota £27,300 - £28,762.50 per annum

Nightingale is a 3 star awarded Home by CQC. Deputy Unit Manager - £27,300 - £28,762.50 per annum 37.5 hours per week - Rota Supporting and reporting to the Unit manager, you will supervise a team of nurses and health care staff and also provide ‘hands on’ clinical care to our residents. You should at least hold a nursing qualification and also have relevant experience of working with frail elders, in particular those with dementia. Nightingale can offer you a robust staff support network and excellent development opportunities. Subsidised staff restaurant, and dinning room, staff car parking, and in-house gymnasium. Be part of a prestigious and respected organisation promoting and leading in elder care initiatives, and help us give our residents a good day. For an informal discussion, please telephone Ram Awatar, Director of Clinical Services, 0208 673 3495, or for an application pack, please contact Kara McIlvaney, Personnel, Nightingale, 105 Nightingale Lane, London SW12 8NB. Application packs can also be emailed – contact karamcilvaney@nightingalehouse.org.uk