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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, thoughtful approach to nursing.
Main duties of the job
This role involves working as a Bank Registered Nurse at a Barchester care home, focusing on the physical, psychological and social needs of residents. The responsibilities include developing tailored care plans, making critical clinical decisions, and ensuring the safe administration of medicine. The position requires current NMC registration and up-to-date knowledge of clinical practices. Candidates should have experience in creating care plans and conducting risk assessments, along with an understanding of regulatory frameworks such as DoLs/MCA and Royal Pharmaceutical guidelines.
About us
Barchester Healthcare is one of the leading providers of healthcare services in the UK. The company is committed to delivering high-quality care and offers a wide range of learning and development opportunities for its employees. As part of their team, you'll have the opportunity to work in various settings, supporting residents with different needs. Barchester Healthcare values the growth and development of its staff and provides a rewarding working environment.
Details
- Date posted: 25 June 2026
- Pay scheme: Other
- Salary: £23.51 an hour
- Contract: Bank
- Working pattern: Flexible working
- Reference number: 1521262576
- Job locations: Barchester Healthcare, Sevenoaks, TN13 1XH, 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, experience in producing care plans, understanding of 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 £23.51 an hour. The contract type is Bank. The application deadline is 24 Aug 2026.
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