We are looking for a confident Senior Registered Nurse (RMN/RNLD) with a passion for delivering outstanding care. You’ll be working 42 hours a week, making a positive difference to the lives of the people in our care at Cygnet Newton House.
About the role
At Cygnet, we support our people to grow their careers, gain new skills and keep stepping up. Apply now to enjoy excellent career prospects while reaping the rewards of making a difference to others every day.
About us
Cygnet was established in 1988. Since then we have developed a wide range of services for individuals with mental health needs, autism and learning disabilities within the UK. We have built a reputation for delivering pioneering services and outstanding outcomes for the people in our care. Our expert and highly dedicated care team of 10 000 employees empower 2 864 individuals across 150 services to consistently make a positive difference to their lives, through service‑user focused care and rehabilitation.
Key Responsibilities
Lead an allocated team of nurses & support workers to ensure care and associated duties are allocated effectively and within team members’ competence.
Supervise junior staff in all aspects of their work and, by example, teach and guide them.
Work closely with the management team to develop the service, audit and improve quality.
Attend all training and engage in CPD to further knowledge & promote nursing.
Under NMC guidelines, ensure that individual care plans are complete & maintained collectively with residents, relatives and other healthcare professionals.
Be responsible for the co‑ordination, assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of individual patient programmes of care.
What you need
Open, compassionate, honest & resilient.
Experienced RMN with a current Pin number.
Capable of promoting & ensuring the good reputation of Cygnet and acting as a role model, demonstrating a positive attitude towards patients, their families, visitors and others.
Well informed of the Mental Health Act 1983 & have an understanding of the latest nursing practices.
Able to deputise in a clinical lead role.
Focused on patient recovery to monitor, manage & reduce risk.
Helping to empower & support all staff and promote service‑user independence.
Why Cygnet?
Strong career progression opportunities within the region, including into management roles.
Monthly reflective practice, support with revalidation & CPD opportunities.
Expert clinical supervision & peer support.
Cycle to Work scheme & employee discount savings.
Note: successful candidates will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check.
Person Specification
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Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
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