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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. REWARDS PACK
Main duties of the job
As a Bank Registered Nurse at a Barchester care home, you'll be responsible for looking after the physical, psychological, and social needs of residents, ensuring they receive the quality care they deserve. You'll create a safe and supportive environment for residents with diverse physical and mental needs, utilizing your professional judgment to make critical clinical decisions. Your responsibilities will include developing tailored care plans, safely administering medicine, and ensuring excellence in all you do. You will have the autonomy to carry out nursing tasks with freedom and respect. To join as a Registered Nurse (RGN), you must have current NMC registration and a sound understanding of the latest clinical practices. Experience in creating well-developed care plans and detailed risk assessments is essential, as is knowledge of regulatory frameworks such as DoLs/MCA and Royal Pharmaceutical guidelines. You should be dedicated, compassionate, and take pride in a person-centered, thoughtful approach to nursing. Barchester offers competitive pay, flexibility, free learning, and development opportunities. This Bank position involves variable working hours, providing cover when needed.
About us
Barchester Healthcare is one of the UKs leading healthcare providers, offering quality residential and nursing care services throughout Britain. Renowned for maintaining high standards in the healthcare sector, Barchester operates an extensive network of care homes and hospitals that provide support to over 11,000 residents and patients. The organisation is committed to quality care and creating environments where residents and staff feel valued and supported. Barchester invests heavily in training and learning opportunities, ensuring that their staff can advance their skills and careers while delivering excellent professional care to residents. The company prioritizes a person-centered approach, ensuring services are tailored to meet individual needs, which helps in empowering residents and boosting their quality of life. Barchester's innovative working practices and use of contemporary medical methodologies have placed it at the forefront of the healthcare industry, making it an employer of choice for many healthcare professionals in the UK.
Details
- Date posted: 11 June 2026
- Pay scheme: Other
- Salary: Depending on experience Salary expectations will be discussed at interview stage.
- Contract: Bank
- Working pattern: Flexible working
- Reference number: 1511390617
- 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 well-developed care plans and risk assessments; understanding of regulatory frameworks including DoLs/MCA and Royal Pharmaceutical guidelines; dedication and compassionate approach to nursing.
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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 10 Aug 2026.
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