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ABOUT THE ROLE As a Bank Registered Nurse at a Barchester care home, you'll look after the physical, psychological and social needs of our residents to help us deliver the quality care they deserve. We'll look to you to create a safe and supportive environment for residents with range of physical and mental needs, whilst also relying on your professional judgement to make critical clinical decisions. You can expect a wide range of responsibilities, from developing tailored care plans to providing medicine safely and delivering excellence across everything you do. As a Registered Nurse (RGN), you'll have the freedom and autonomy to do things the right way and be truly valued and respected for what you do. ABOUT YOU You'll need to have current NMC registration and a good knowledge of the most up-to-date clinical practices to join us as a Registered Nurse (RGN). Experience of producing well-developed care plans and detailed risk assessments is important too, as is an understanding of regulatory frameworks, including DoLs/MCA and Royal Pharmaceutical guidelines. Dedicated and compassionate, you'll pride yourself on your person-centred, thou
Main duties of the job
As a Bank Registered Nurse at a Barchester care home, you will attend to the physical, psychological, and social needs of our residents. Our goal is to ensure the delivery of quality care. In this role, you will create a safe and supportive environment for residents who have a variety of physical and mental needs. You will also utilize your professional judgment to make critical clinical decisions. Responsibilities include developing tailored care plans, safely administering medication, and achieving excellence in all practices. As a Registered Nurse (RGN), you are given the freedom and autonomy to perform tasks the right way while being valued and respected for your work. This role requires current NMC registration and knowledge of the latest clinical practices. Experience in creating well-developed care plans and conducting detailed risk assessments is necessary. Understanding regulatory frameworks, including DoLs/MCA and Royal Pharmaceutical guidelines, is important. Your dedication and compassion, along with a person-centered, thoughtful approach, are required.
About us
Barchester Healthcare is one of the UK's leading healthcare providers, focusing on delivering quality care in a variety of settings, including care homes and hospitals. The organisation places a strong emphasis on creating rewarding, empowering environments for both residents and staff members. With a wide range of services and specialties, Barchester offers ample opportunities for career growth and development, taking seriously the growth and advancement of all its employees. The company promotes a flexible work environment, encouraging a balance between professional responsibilities and personal life. Intending to provide care you'd expect for your loved ones, Barchester stands committed to operational excellence and compassionate service.
Details
- Date posted: 17 July 2026
- Pay scheme: Other
- Salary: Depending on experience Salary expectations will be discussed at interview stage.
- Contract: Bank
- Working pattern: Flexible working
- Reference number: 1527760010
- Job locations: Barchester Healthcare, Shoreham by Sea, BN43 6LT, United Kingdom
Job responsibilities
ABOUT THE ROLEAs a Bank Registered Nurse at a Barchester care home, you'll look after the physical, psychological and social needs of our residents to help us deliver the quality care they deserve.
We'll look to you to create a safe and supportive environment for residents with range of physical and mental needs, whilst also relying on your professional judgement to make critical clinical decisions. You can expect a wide range of responsibilities, from developing tailored care plans to providing medicine safely and delivering excellence across everything you do. As a Registered Nurse (RGN), you'll have the freedom and autonomy to do things the right way and be truly valued and respected for what you do.
ABOUT YOUYou'll need to have current NMC registration and a good knowledge of the most up-to-date clinical practices to join us as a Registered Nurse (RGN). Experience of producing well-developed care plans and detailed risk assessments is important too, as is an understanding of regulatory frameworks, including DoLs/MCA and Royal Pharmaceutical guidelines. Dedicated and compassionate, you'll pride yourself on your person-centred, thoughtful approach to nursing.
REWARDS PACKAGEAs well as competitive pay, you can look forward to a role that offers true flexibility and plenty of free learning and development opportunities. As one of the UK's leading healthcare providers, we take the growth of everyone who works for us seriously.
As this is a Bank position to provide cover as and when we need it, such as for annual leave or sick leave, the hours and days you work will vary.
If you'd like to use your clinical and people skills in an organisation that provides the quality care you'd expect for your loved ones, this is a rewarding and empowering place to be.
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Person specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Current NMC registration, good knowledge of up-to-date clinical practices, experience in producing care plans and conducting risk assessments, understanding of regulatory frameworks such as DoLs/MCA and Royal Pharmaceutical guidelines
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This advert is for Registered Nurse (RGN) - Bank - Care Home with Barchester Healthcare in Bristol, South East, England. It is listed as a Nurse (adult and children) role. The advertised salary is Depends on experience. The contract type is Bank. The application deadline is 15 Sep 2026.
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