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Registered Nurse (RGN) - Care Home


Location
Salary
£23.89 an hour
Profession
Nurse (adult and children)
Deadline
31 Aug 2026
Contract Type
Permanent
Posted Date
03 Jul 2026
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Job summary

ABOUT THE ROLE- A £2000 Golden Hello is just one of the ways we'll reward you when you join Barchester in this role. As a 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 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

As a 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. You'll be responsible for creating a safe environment for residents with a range of physical and mental needs and will rely on your professional judgement to make critical clinical decisions. Your responsibilities will include developing tailored care plans, providing medicine safely, and ensuring excellence in everything you do. We'll reward your dedication with a competitive salary, access to professional development and training, and a variety of benefits, including a £2000 Golden Hello, free NMC registration renewal, and wellbeing support tools. Barchester is committed to providing high-quality care and values the autonomy and expertise of its Registered Nurses (RGN).

About us

Barchester Healthcare is a leading care provider that offers a supportive environment for its staff and residents. With a focus on delivering high-quality care, Barchester provides its Registered Nurses with the autonomy to make clinical decisions and manage the physical, psychological, and social needs of their residents. The organisation values its staff and offers a comprehensive benefits package, including professional development opportunities, wellbeing support, and incentives like a £2000 Golden Hello and paid NMC registration. Barchester Healthcare is dedicated to creating safe and caring environments for both residents and staff, emphasizing person-centered approaches and the importance of developing tailored care plans to meet individual needs.

Details

  • Date posted: 03 July 2026
  • Pay scheme: Other
  • Salary: £23.89 an hour
  • Contract: Permanent
  • Working pattern: Full-time, Part-time
  • Reference number: 1522796150
  • Job locations: Barchester Healthcare, Uckfield, TN22 3FH, United Kingdom

Job responsibilities

ABOUT THE ROLE-

A £2000 Golden Hello is just one of the ways we'll reward you when you join Barchester in this role.

As a 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 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 PACKAGEIn return for your dedication, you'll receive a competitive salary plus our sector-leading benefits and rewards package including:

A £2000 Golden Hello* NMC registration paid every year Free training and development for all roles Access to wellbeing and support tools A range of retail discounts and savings Nurse Mentor' and Refer a Friend' bonus schemes Offer to pay Health & Care Worker Visa immigration fees (for eligible nurses)

And so much more!

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 well-structured care plans and risk assessments, understanding of regulatory frameworks (DoLs/MCA and Royal Pharmaceutical guidelines).

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