Nurse

Are you a naturally caring person and want to help make a difference in people's lives?
If you are kind, compassionate and committed, we would love for you to join our nursing team at our lovely nursing home, Avon Lodge.
Avon Lodge is a modern and spacious care home in Kingswood, Bristol, providing high-quality residential, nursing and dementia care, as well as respite and palliative care. Our friendly and experienced team provides personalised care shaped around each person's individual needs, preferences and routines.
What would a typical day look like?
+ Provide support and care to our residents, meeting their physical and psychological needs
+ Administration, documentation and ordering of prescribed medication
+ Support with new admissions and discharges of residents
+ Weekly GP rounds
+ Updating and maintaining resident care plans, liaising with external parties where applicable
+ Coaching, supporting and developing our care team to deliver a high standard of care at all times

Our nursing team are the backbone of our home and it is essential that our team have current NMC registrations, up to date knowledge of clinical practices and experience in writing detailed care plans including risk assessments and diet plans. A good understanding of regulatory frameworks including MCA/DoLs is also required.

As part of our commitment to our nursing community, you will be provided with a thorough induction and training programme to further develop your skills along with the support and guidance of a well-established clinical training team.
In return we offer a comprehensive benefits package including:
+ Company Pension
+ 5.6 weeks paid holiday pay
+ Refer a Friend scheme worth up to £1000 per person
+ Employee Assistance Programme to support your mental health and wellbeing
+ Extensive training courses through our Healthcare Homes Academy
+ Qualifications and Apprenticeship opportunities
+ Blue Light Card offering a number of discounts across retail and hospitality
Recognition and Long Service awards
Established in 2005, Healthcare Homes Group has an existing portfolio comprising of 48 residential and nursing homes located across East Anglia and the South of England. We are a Top 20 provider within the care sector and our ethos is to deliver the best person-centred care to all our residents.
If you are looking for a new and rewarding role and want to be part of our growing team of healthcare professionals, then get in touch or apply today.