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Registered Nurse (RGN) - Bank - Care Home


Location
Salary
£23.51 an hour
Profession
Nurse (adult and children)
Deadline
10 Aug 2026
Contract Type
Bank
Posted Date
11 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, i

Main duties of the job

As a Bank Registered Nurse at a Barchester care home, you will be responsible for addressing the physical, psychological, and social needs of residents, ensuring they receive high-quality care. The role involves creating supportive environments for residents with various physical and mental needs while making critical clinical decisions. Responsibilities include developing care plans, administering medicine safely, and consistently delivering excellence. As a Registered Nurse (RGN), you will have the autonomy to perform your duties with respect and appreciation for your role. Candidates must have current NMC registration and a strong understanding of the latest clinical practices. Experience in creating comprehensive care plans and conducting detailed risk assessments is important, alongside knowledge of regulatory frameworks like DoLs/MCA and Royal Pharmaceutical guidelines. A dedicated and compassionate demeanor is essential, with a focus on person-centered, thoughtful nursing.

About us

Barchester Healthcare is a leading provider of high-quality care services in the UK. With a focus on providing comprehensive support to residents, their care homes are designed to cater to the physical, psychological, and social needs of individuals. Barchester emphasizes creating safe and supportive environments that foster well-being and autonomy. The organization takes pride in valuing and respecting the roles of its employees, offering them the flexibility and development opportunities to grow professionally. As part of their commitment to excellence, Barchester Healthcare ensures that all staff have access to ongoing learning and development resources, enabling them to deliver the highest standard of care.

Details

  • Date posted: 11 June 2026
  • Pay scheme: Other
  • Salary: £23.51 an hour
  • Contract: Bank
  • Working pattern: Flexible working
  • Reference number: 1511864167
  • 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, good knowledge of up-to-date clinical practices, experience in developing care plans and risk assessments, understanding of regulatory frameworks (DoLs/MCA and Royal Pharmaceutical guidelines).

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