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Registered Nurse (RGN) - Bank - Care Home


Location
Salary
£24.34 an hour
Profession
Nurse (adult and children)
Deadline
29 Aug 2026
Contract Type
Bank
Posted Date
30 Jun 2026
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Job summary

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. REWARDS PACKAGE As 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.

Main duties of the job

As a Bank Registered Nurse at Barchester care home, you'll address residents' physical, psychological, and social needs, ensuring they receive the quality care they deserve. You will create a safe environment for individuals with diverse needs, using your professional judgement for clinical decisions. Responsibilities include developing care plans, safely administering medicine, and delivering excellence. You must have NMC registration and up-to-date clinical practice knowledge to join. Experience in crafting care plans and risk assessments is crucial, alongside understanding regulatory frameworks like DoLs/MCA and Royal Pharmaceutical guidelines. The role offers flexibility and learning opportunities, within a leading healthcare provider, focusing on growth and quality care similar to what you'd expect for your loved ones. This Bank position covers needs such as for annual or sick leave, varying hours and days worked.

About us

Barchester Healthcare is a prominent UK healthcare provider, known for its dedication to delivering high-quality care services. With a strong focus on meeting the physical, psychological, and social needs of individuals, Barchester operates numerous care homes that set high standards in the sector. The organisation appreciates the significance of creating a safe and supportive environment for residents, and it greatly values the contributions of its staff in achieving this. Barchester is committed to the professional growth and development of its workforce, providing ample opportunities for learning and skill enhancement. The organisations ethos includes respecting the autonomy and judgement of its nursing professionals, allowing them to deliver care in a way that meets personal and professional standards of excellence.

Details

  • Date posted: 30 June 2026
  • Pay scheme: Other
  • Salary: £24.34 an hour
  • Contract: Bank
  • Working pattern: Flexible working
  • Reference number: 1522327367
  • Job locations: Barchester Healthcare, Bristol, BS15 1PN, 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.

Person specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • Current NMC registration and a good knowledge of up-to-date clinical practices. Experience in producing well-developed care plans, detailed risk assessments, and understanding of regulatory frameworks including DoLs/MCA and Royal Pharmaceutical guidelines.

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