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• How many Senior Care Home Nurse jobs are available on Pertemps?

  There are 27 Senior Care Home Nurse jobs available on Pertemps right now.

• What does a Senior Care Home Nurse do?

  A Senior Care Home Nurse is a registered nurse who takes on a senior role within a care home or residential facility. They are responsible for overseeing nursing care, managing healthcare services, and ensuring the well-being of residents. Senior Care Home Nurses provide leadership to the nursing team and collaborate with other healthcare professionals to maintain high standards of care.

  Tasks required include:

  • Supervise and coordinate nursing care services for residents, ensuring adherence to care plans and regulatory standards..
  • Provide leadership and guidance to the nursing team, including registered nurses, licensed practical nurses, and healthcare assistants..
  • Conduct health assessments for residents, develop care plans, and collaborate with healthcare professionals to address residents' medical and psychosocial needs..
  • Oversee the administration of medications, ensuring accuracy, compliance with prescriptions, and monitoring for any adverse reactions..
  • Monitor residents' health conditions, identifying changes and collaborating with physicians and other healthcare professionals to provide appropriate interventions..
  • Communicate effectively with residents' families, providing updates on health status, care plans, and involving them in decision-making processes..
  • Provide training, supervision, and ongoing professional development for nursing staff, ensuring their competence and adherence to best practices..
  • Maintain accurate and up-to-date medical records, care plans, and reports, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards..
  • Implement and oversee infection control measures, ensuring a safe and hygienic environment for residents and staff..
  • Collaborate with physicians, therapists, and other healthcare professionals to coordinate comprehensive care for residents..

• What are the entry requirements for a Senior Care Home Nurse?

  There are no formal academic entry requirements. In most cases workers will be required to register with the appropriate statutory body which involves satisfying the registration criteria. This would normally include holding or working towards the appropriate qualification for the job. A wide range of qualifications including NVQs/SVQs covering various aspects of care are available. Senior care workers must be qualified to an appropriate level (usually NVQ Level 3). They often have a background in social care and have achieved a qualification in this area some may have nursing qualifications. Background checks including a DBS check are likely to be required.