Registered Nurse

Registered Nurse – Ware, Hertfordshire

Location: Westgate House Care Centre, Tower Road, Ware, Hertfordshire, SG12 7LP

Hourly rate: £18.00 to £23.00 per hour, plus paid handover

Hours: 39 hours per week  

Shifts: Days (7:45-20:00) OR nights (19:45-8:00), shifts available across Monday to Sunday

Job type: Full time, permanent  

Come and make a difference with the team at Westgate Healthcare! 

Are you a dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse looking for a rewarding career in a caring and supportive environment? We are seeking an experienced nurse with a valid NMC PIN to join our friendly team at Westgate House Care Centre in Ware, Hertfordshire. 

Ready to take your career to the next level? 

Why work at Westgate?

• Competitive pay rates with enhanced pay on bank holidays
• Reimbursement of NMC PIN renewal fees 
• Revalidation portfolio programme support 
• Support with retaining and developing clinical skills 
• Opportunities for career advancement through the Westgate RN Professional Development Programme (RN led, 12-month programme) 
• Registered Nurse representation at all levels throughout the organisation to support with professional development
• Improve your financial wellness and flexibility with Wagestream; access your wages before pay day and enjoy exclusive discounts at a variety of the UK’s favourite shops
• Access to the Blue Light Card (employee discount scheme)
• Access to other discount schemes; Byond Prepayment Card (employee cashback card), Extras Discounts (employee discount scheme) and Cycle to Work Scheme
• Refer a Friend Scheme - earn up to £500 for a successful referral!
• Internal and external employee recognition schemes (e.g. Employee of the Month and Long Service) and team building social events
• Support in achieving additional qualifications, including nationally recognised qualifications
• Access to financial and wellbeing support through The Care Workers Charity 
• Comprehensive staff induction with free training and professional development

About the role:

• Look after the physical, psychological and social needs of our residents
• Support the Home Manager to effectively implement policies and procedures and ensure they are upheld at all times
• Ensure that the residents have access to key medical, social and other care workers as required
• Have full knowledge of and take responsibility to ensure adherence to infection control policies and procedures of the Department of Health and the company at all times
• Work in line with the Care Quality Commission (CQC) guidelines, NMC code of conduct and relevant legislation at all times

About you:

• The right to work in the UK 
• Valid and current NMC registration and PIN
• Previous experience in elderly care is essential to be considered
• Strong clinical skills and a commitment to delivering person-centred care
• Excellent communication, leadership and teamwork abilities
• A compassionate and caring nature, a positive attitude and a flexible work ethic

We reserve the right to close this vacancy once we receive suitable applications, therefore, an early submission is encouraged. Due to a high volume of applications, if you do not hear from us within 5 working days, please assume that your application has been unsuccessful.

Westgate Healthcare is an equal opportunities employer, and we welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation or age.