Job Title: Registered Nurse

Location: Bristol

Salary:  £21 per hour 

Work Pattern:  Zero Hours Flexible work opportunity with a variety of shifts available including days, nights and sleep ins.  

Our client provides care and support to children and adults with complex needs, including learning disabilities, autism, mental health challenges, behaviours that may challenge, and chronic conditions.They aim to enable each person to live as independently as possible in their own home and community. Each care package is personalised to meet individual needs, goals, and aspirations. The team works closely with families and wider support networks to promote independence and community engagement.The company is built on a foundation of putting people first. They are committed to high-quality care that enriches and transforms lives, creating a safe, supportive, and valued environment for service users and staff alike.

Job Purpose

To positively support the Clinical Lead in providing effective leadership to the care staff within the service.

To support the management of the service in accordance with standards agreed with the Registered Manager and Registered Provider, legislative requirements, relevant regulations, accepted best practice and agreed financial plans.

To ensure that service users remain at the heart of care delivery, with their wishes, preferences, dignity, privacy and wellbeing central to all aspects of their care.

To provide nursing care in accordance with current best practice, organisational policies and procedures, legislative and regulatory requirements, and agreed standards.

To provide leadership and support across the care and nursing functions of the service.

To maintain professional knowledge and skills at the required level and undertake training and development as necessary to maintain currency of practice.

Key Responsibilities

Care Planning and Service User Wellbeing

Undertake care planning activities for service users to meet their changing physical, psychological and social needs, taking into consideration privacy, dignity, personal choice and informed consent.

Ensure care plans are developed collaboratively with service users, their families and friends, where appropriate, and members of the multidisciplinary team.

Ensure that care delivery reflects the individual wishes, preferences, needs and choices of each service user.

Work in partnership with members of the multidisciplinary team to maximise opportunities and outcomes for service users.

Be responsible for promoting and safeguarding the welfare of all individuals supported by the service.

Nursing and Clinical Responsibilities

Provide nursing care in accordance with current best practice, organisational policies and procedures, agreed standards, legislative requirements and relevant regulations.

Undertake all aspects of medicine management in accordance with legal, professional and regulatory requirements.

Work within the direction and guidance of the Registered Manager and in accordance with agreed financial plans.

Maintain professional registration with the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) and practise in accordance with the NMC Code.

Comply with NMC requirements for revalidation every three years, including obtaining practice-based feedback, participating in reflective discussions, completing written reflections on practice and obtaining appropriate confirming evidence of continued adherence to the NMC Code from a healthcare professional, normally the line manager.

Leadership and Team Working

Provide effective leadership to the care and nursing teams within the service.

Develop and maintain effective working relationships with all employees within the service.

Support the Deputy Manager and wider management team in maintaining high standards of care delivery.

Promote effective communication and collaborative working across the service and with external professionals.

Support the delivery of a positive, professional and person-centred culture within the service.Professional Development and ComplianceUnderstand, adhere to and remain up to date with all relevant organisational policies and procedures.

Attend statutory training and any additional training or development identified or directed by management.

Seek opportunities for ongoing personal and professional development.

Maintain skills and knowledge at the required level through appropriate learning, training and reflective practice.

Work consistently within the requirements of the NMC Code and all relevant professional, legislative and regulatory standards.Place of WorkThe normal place of work will be the service premises. However, you may be required to work from other locations at the discretion of the Company, with appropriate notice.

Skills and Abilities

Maintain accurate and up-to-date care plans and care records in accordance with service policies and procedures.

Undertake audits of care records in line with company requirements and take appropriate action to address any identified issues or areas of non-compliance.

Demonstrate the ability to adapt quickly and respond appropriately to changing situations and priorities.

Plan, develop, implement and evaluate approaches that promote the health, wellbeing and independence of service users.

Recognise and appropriately report situations where there may be a safeguarding concern or a need for protection.

Promote the effective resolution of team conflicts through appropriate communication, support and professional practice.

Ensure appropriate staffing levels and skill mix are maintained to meet the needs of service users and support safe and effective service delivery.

Contribute to the development and implementation of the strategic plans of the service.

Conduct mock inspections and audits of the service, identify areas for improvement and develop and monitor appropriate action plans.

Supervise and communicate effectively with staff to ensure shifts run smoothly and that work is completed in an organised, safe and efficient manner, while taking account of service users' preferences and individual needs.

Liaise appropriately and professionally with visitors, callers, professionals and other stakeholders.

Participate in formal supervision and engage constructively with feedback, reflective practice and development opportunities.

Experience and Qualifications

Essential

Good standard of written and verbal English.

Current registration with the relevant professional body, where applicable, such as the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC).

Level 1 Registered Nurse qualification, where applicable to the role.

Previous experience of working within a healthcare, nursing or social care environment.

Previous experience of working with service users, particularly those with additional or complex support needs.

Previous experience of working in a supervisory or leadership role.

Knowledge and experience of rota planning, including maintaining appropriate staffing levels and skill mix and ensuring fair allocation of annual leave and time off.DesirableSupervisory or management qualification.

Evidence of maintaining a Personal Development Plan (PDP).

Commitment to attending relevant workshops, training and development opportunities to maintain and develop best practice.

Knowledge and Understanding

Good knowledge and understanding of the healthcare and social care sectors.

Understanding of relevant legislation, regulations, standards and best practice.

Understanding of commissioning arrangements and the role of local authorities.

Understanding of person-centred care and the importance of treating people as individuals and respecting their choices.

Understanding of safeguarding and the responsibility to recognise, report and respond appropriately to concerns.

Understanding of wellbeing and what is important to the people using the service.

Understanding of the importance of promoting independence and enabling appropriate positive risk-taking.

Understanding of human rights and their impact on care delivery.

Understanding of equality, diversity and inclusion and the importance of ensuring that no individual is discriminated against or excluded.

Understanding of quality in care and the importance of continually improving outcomes for people using the service.

Understanding of the importance of ensuring appropriate services are provided to meet individual needs.

Personal Attributes and Other Requirements

The postholder will demonstrate a commitment to the service's values and the 7 Cs:

Culture

Contribute positively to the culture of the service and promote a caring, inclusive and respectful environment.

Understand and demonstrate the values of the organisation in day-to-day practice.

Colleague

Work respectfully and collaboratively with colleagues.

Value the contribution of others and recognise the importance of effective teamwork.

Support colleagues to develop and perform effectively within their roles.

Collaboration

Involve service users, families, colleagues and external agencies appropriately in care and service delivery.

Build effective professional relationships and communicate openly with others.

Facilitate people to speak up about concerns and ensure these are listened to and acted upon appropriately.

Commitment

Demonstrate a commitment to providing high-quality, person-centred services.

Treat people with kindness, dignity, respect and empathy.

Remain committed to improving outcomes for people using the service.

Speak up when things go wrong and contribute positively to learning and improvement.

Capability

Understand the importance of working within the limits of personal skills, knowledge and competence.

Be open to new opportunities for learning and development.

Identify and address development needs through appropriate training, supervision and reflective practice.

Competence

Maintain the knowledge, skills and professional standards required to perform the role safely and effectively.

Work in accordance with relevant legislation, professional standards, policies and procedures.

Strive for quality in all aspects of practice and understand what quality means for the people using the service.

Be open to constructive criticism and use feedback to support continuous improvement.

Contribution

Focus on how services and processes could be improved and share ideas constructively.

Contribute to the ongoing development and improvement of the service.

Support the delivery of appropriate services that meet the needs and preferences of people using the service.

Promote positive outcomes, independence, wellbeing and quality of life for people using the service.

Recognise the importance of empathy and understanding the values, experiences and perspectives of others.