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Registered Nurse (RGN/RMN) - Care Home


Location
Salary
£23 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 As a Registered Nurse (RGN/RMN) 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/RMN), you'll have the autonomy to do things the right way and be truly valued and respected for what you do. We are looking for a candidate to join our team predominantly on our newly expanded Dementia Nursing Unit. 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/RMN). Experience of producing well-developed care plans and detailed risk assessments is important too, as is an understanding of

Main duties of the job

As a Registered Nurse (RGN/RMN) at a Barchester care home, you'll provide physical, psychological, and social care to residents. Responsibilities include creating a safe environment, making clinical decisions, developing care plans, providing medication safely, and ensuring excellence in all duties. The role offers autonomy and values your professional judgment while seeking a candidate for the newly expanded Dementia Nursing Unit. Required qualifications include current NMC registration and knowledge of clinical practices. Experience in care plans and risk assessments, and understanding of regulatory frameworks like DoLs/MCA is important. Benefits include paid NMC registration, training, wellbeing tools, discounts, and bonuses.

About us

Barchester Healthcare is a leading provider of care services, striving to deliver high-quality care to its residents. The company emphasizes a holistic approach to healthcare, focusing on the physical, psychological, and social needs of residents. With an expanding range of services, including dementia care, Barchester supports its staff with professional development opportunities, rewards, and recognition. The organization values dedication and provides various incentives such as training, mentoring programs, and bonuses to maintain a motivated workforce. Barchester Healthcare is dedicated to creating a safe, supportive environment valued by both staff and residents.

Details

  • Date posted: 03 July 2026
  • Pay scheme: Other
  • Salary: £23 an hour
  • Contract: Permanent
  • Working pattern: Full-time, Part-time
  • Reference number: 1522796184
  • Job locations: Barchester Healthcare, Taunton, TA1 5HF, United Kingdom

Job responsibilities

ABOUT THE ROLEAs a Registered Nurse (RGN/RMN) 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/RMN), you'll have the autonomy to do things the right way and be truly valued and respected for what you do.

We are looking for a candidate to join our team predominantly on our newly expanded Dementia Nursing Unit.

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/RMN). 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: 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, knowledge of up-to-date clinical practices, experience in care planning and risk assessment, understanding regulatory frameworks (DoLs/MCA).

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