Deputy Nurse Manager

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Deputy Nurse Manager


We are currently recruiting on behalf of our client, a leading care home group, for a Deputy Nurse Manager to join their professional healthcare team in Edgware, London, UK.


Position Title: Deputy Nurse Manager
Position Type: PERMANENT
Start Date: ASAP
Location: Edgware, London, UK.
Contact: Laine Morris /


RESPONSIBILITIES:
- To oversee / maintain the care of Clients within the Home. In the absence of the Home Manager, to take responsibility for the day-to- day running of the Home and ensure that all Company policies and procedures, health and safety and all legal requirements are adhered to within the defined timescales.
- To ensure all Staff Members contribute to the best of their ability to the efficient running of the Home and to the creation of an atmosphere conductive to the best interests of Clients.
- Report any ill-health amongst Clients and make requests for GP/Professional visits where necessary.
- Undertake general nursing work and personal care as appropriate.
- Administer prescribed medicines and maintain the necessary records as per Company guidelines.
- Support and assist the Home Manager in auditing Care Plan documentation, to ensure best practice.
- Practice maximum integrity in all dealings with Clients, personal and financial affairs and avoid abuse of the privileged relationship that exists with Clients.
- Actively market the Home and promote a positive personal / professional profile within the local community, ensuring the good reputation of the Home at all times.


QUALIFICATIONS/SKILLS REQUIRED:
- 1st Level Nurse (Nursing Care Centre) or NVQ Level 3 in Care of the Elderly (Residential Care Centre)
- Previous management/supervisory experience
- Ability to communicate effectively at all levels
- Genuine interest in working with the relevant Client group
- English level IELTS 7.0


If you would like to be part of a professional healthcare team and if you are passionate about caring for others, please get in touch with us.


Please submit your CV to: sales(at)manningglobal com
Quoting reference: ZR_41_JOB
Or call Laine on: