Essential Requirements

·         Registered Nurse (Level 1 or RMN) 

·         Current Registration with NMC 

·         Commitment to Continuous Professional Development

·         Good verbal and written communication skills.

·         Ability to manage a team of care staff and carry out supervision 

·         Ability to read and write care plans 

·         Ability to work as part of a team. 

·         Ability to follow guidelines and policies

·         Ability to be flexible, practical and resourceful 

·         Ability to work on a 7 day rota which will include weekends and may include nights 

·         To attend training  (in own time if necessary) 

·         Ability to attend occasional training that may be held off site 

·         Post-registration experience 

·         Experience of managing teams 

·         Understanding of confidentiality

·         Understanding of Abuse

·         Understanding of equal opportunities (equality & Diversity) 

·         Understanding of person centred care 

·         Understanding of clinical risks, nutrition, falls and pressure areas 

·         Understanding of customer care