Registered Nurse – Self-Employed
Location: Palace House Care Home
Address: 460 Padiham Road, Burnley, Lancashire, BB12 6TD
Pay: £15.00 per hour (Self-Employed)
Job Types: Full-time
Important Information
This is a self-employed position paying £15.00 per hour.
Please note that visa sponsorship is not available for this role. Applicants must already have the legal right to work in the United Kingdom and be able to reliably commute to or relocate to Burnley before starting work.
Join the Team at Palace House Care Home
Palace House Care Home is looking for a compassionate, professional and dedicated Registered Nurse to join our friendly and supportive team.
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced nurse who is passionate about delivering high-quality, person-centred care while enjoying the flexibility of self-employed working. We are looking for someone who leads by example, demonstrates excellent clinical practice and is committed to enhancing the quality of life of our residents.
About the Role
As a Registered Nurse, you will play a key role in delivering safe, effective and compassionate nursing care to our residents. You will work closely with colleagues, GPs and other healthcare professionals to ensure each resident receives the highest standard of personalised care in a warm and welcoming environment.
What We're Looking For
To be successful in this role, you will have:
- Current NMC registration as a Registered Nurse
- Up-to-date clinical knowledge and nursing practice
- A good understanding of CQC standards and current regulatory requirements
- Experience in the safe administration of medication
- Experience creating person-centred care plans and detailed risk assessments
- Excellent communication and leadership skills
- A caring, professional and positive attitude
- A teaching, mentoring or supervision qualification (desirable)
Key Responsibilities
- Deliver high-quality nursing care in accordance with individual care plans.
- Assess, monitor and accurately record residents' clinical observations and condition.
- Develop, review and update person-centred care plans.
- Complete and maintain accurate clinical documentation.
- Carry out clinical and environmental risk assessments.
- Administer medication safely in accordance with NMC guidelines and company policies.
- Monitor residents' nutrition, hydration and overall wellbeing.
- Work collaboratively with GPs and the multidisciplinary team.
- Supervise, support and mentor care staff and junior nurses.
- Prepare residents for treatments, procedures and examinations where appropriate.
- Maintain stock levels and ensure the safe storage and disposal of medication.
- Participate in clinical audits, quality improvement initiatives and service development.
- Assist with the investigation of complaints, incidents or safeguarding concerns where required.
- Maintain continuing professional development (CPD) and NMC registration.
- Report any concerns or issues arising during each shift.
Skills & ExperienceEssential
- Current NMC Registration
- Minimum of one year's nursing experience
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Strong clinical assessment skills
- Ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team
- Good IT and record-keeping skills
- Ability to remain calm and make sound clinical decisions under pressure
- Commitment to delivering safe, compassionate and person-centred care
Desirable
- IV therapy skills
- Syringe Driver training
- Venepuncture training
- Mentoring or supervision experience
What We Offer
- Flexible self-employed working
- Competitive pay of £15.00 per hour
- A friendly, supportive and welcoming team
- A rewarding role where you can make a genuine difference every day
- Ongoing professional development and clinical support
- The opportunity to work in a well-established and respected care home committed to delivering outstanding person-centred care
Application Requirements
Applicants must:
- Hold a valid NMC registration.
- Have the legal right to work in the United Kingdom.
- Be able to reliably commute to or relocate to Palace House Care Home, 460 Padiham Road, Burnley, Lancashire, BB12 6TD before commencing employment.
Ready to Join Our Team?
If you are a compassionate and dedicated Registered Nurse looking for a flexible self-employed opportunity where you can make a real difference to the lives of older people, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply today and become part of the team at Palace House Care Home, where kindness, dignity and outstanding person-centred care are at the heart of everything we do.
Please note: This is a self-employed position paying £15.00 per hour, and visa sponsorship is not available. Applicants must already have the legal right to work in the United Kingdom.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: £15.00 per hour
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Burnley BB12 6TD: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Application question(s):
- Please write here what your visa status is. If you are British write N/A
- Do you require visa sponsorship for this role?
Work authorisation:
- United Kingdom (required)
Location:
- Burnley BB12 6TD (required)
Work Location: In person
