About this job
Care home
Hamilton Springs
166 Westfield Lane
166 Westfield Lane
Pontefract
WF9 2JY
Region
East of England
Salary
£23.28 per hour
Type
Permanent - Full Time
Position: Unit Manager (RGN, RMN, RNLD)
Care home: Hamilton Springs
Location: Westfield Lane, South Elmsall, Pontefract, WF9 2JY
Contract type: full time ( days and nights must be flexible)
Rate: £23.28 per hour (up to £53,200 per annum)
This is an exciting opportunity to use your nursing leadership skills to make a real difference every day. Join us as our new Unit Manager at Hamilton Springs care home in Pontefract.
In this role, you’ll work at a senior level, under the leadership of the Clinical Nurse Manager, to manage a team of nursing and care colleagues, drive quality and maintain high standards of care on your unit.
As a Registered Nurse with us, you’ll be empowered to really make a difference.
Our high staffing levels give you the time to provide truly person-centred nursing care, with a supportive team around you.
And our excellent training and career development pathways support you to be the best Nurse you can be.
About Exemplar Health Care
Hamilton Springs is part of Exemplar Health Care, one of the country’s leading nursing care providers.
Hamilton Springs is our brand new care home located in South Elmsall. We provide exceptional nursing care for adults living with complex needs arising from brain injuries, mental health conditions and neuro-disabilities.
The care home has 37 bedrooms across three small, purpose-built units, creating a homely and supportive environment that’s more responsive to individual needs.
We’re dedicated to making every day better for the people we support, helping them lead meaningful lives and achieve their personal goals.
At Exemplar Health Care we offer great benefits and perks, and plenty of opportunities to learn, develop and progress, as well as stable and secure employment opportunities.
This is an very exciting time to join us and be a part of the development of a brand new service, you will be part of the journey from the very beginning, giving you a real opportunity to make your mark.
About the role
As a Unit Manager with Exemplar Health Care, you’ll be at the forefront of clinical care delivery for the people living on your designated unit.
No two days will ever be the same, but your day-to-day responsibilities will include:
leading your unit’s care and nursing teams to ensure we meet the medical, physical and emotional needs of the people we support
providing strong leadership to maintain and continuously develop high standards of care and drive continuous improvement
overseeing and managing all your unit’s clinical elements and risks
ensuring care plans and risk assessments are completed and reviewed in a timely manner and reflect care interventions appropriately
acting as the Named Nurse for residents allocated to you, with responsibility for the oversight, review and update of their care profiles
the supervision and management of your unit’s ordering, handling, storage, administration, recording and disposal of medication.
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About you
Above all, you’re someone who identifies with our values of fun, integrity, responsiveness, success and teamwork.
You’ll be a natural role model with the ability to manage your unit’s team of Registered Nurses, Nurse Associates and Health Care Assistants.
You’ll also have:
a thorough understanding of best practice in nursing care
an excellent range of clinical and communication skills that you’re able to demonstrate
an enthusiastic approach to encouraging and motivating people
the ability to work confidently on your own initiative
a good standard of digital skills.
To apply for this role, you must have a first-level nursing registration with a valid Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) PIN.
As this is a management role, you should also have post-registration and management or supervisory experience and/or training or qualifications. This is a great opportunity for a Registered Nurse who wants to progress into management.
What we offer
We offer great rewards and perks including:
excellent supervision, peer support, learning opportunities and career prospects
retail and lifestyle reward discounts
free DBS check
electric car salary sacrifice scheme
paid NMC membership
paid access to the RCNi Learning platform
24/7 counselling and support
Blue Light Card eligibility.
How to apply
Sound good? We’d love to hear from you. Click the button to ‘APPLY NOW’.
For an informal chat about joining us, you can call our Nurse Talent Specialists on 07375926210 or email gcockroft@exemplarhc.com
Please note, this role is not eligible for sponsorship. Candidates without an existing visa or right to work in the UK are unlikely to be suitable for the post.
About Exemplar Health Care
Exemplar Health Care operates over 50 care homes across the UK and is the nation’s leading provider of complex care.
Our commitment to quality is reflected in our homes, where the percentage of 'Good' and 'Outstanding' CQC ratings far exceeds the national average.
Unlike other providers, our staffing levels are based on individual need. This means you’ll have more time to provide truly person-centered care, making a real difference in the lives of those you support.
Our care
The people we support have unique needs and stories, but one thing stays the same across all our homes - we empower individuals to achieve personal goals in a safe and supportive environment.
Induction
Every new colleague attends an induction to learn about our company and complete mandatory and role-specific training, equipping you with the skills and knowledge to deliver exceptional care.
Career development
Whether your goals are in care, nursing, management, quality or support, we provide the confidence, skills and knowledge to help you excel in your role and advance your career, if you wish.
Colleague wellbeing
Happy, healthy colleagues mean better care for those we support. We offer a range of initiatives to ensure our colleagues thrive in safe and supportive environments.
Rewards and benefits
From paid RCNi Learning access and NMC PIN payments for nurses to lifestyle and retail discounts for everyone, our rewards ensure your career is as fulfilling as it is rewarding.
Colleague stories
From care homes to central support services, everyone plays a vital role. Hear from colleagues across various roles about what it’s like to work with us.
Getting to Hamilton Springs
Directions to Hamilton Springs
Hamilton Springs is a short drive from major roads including the A638/Doncaster Road, A628 Cross Hill and A635/Doncaster Road.
It's close to the junction where Westfield Lane meets Broad Lane, nearby the Junction Pub.
There are limited parking spaces in the home’s car park. Street parking is available in the surrounding area.
Public transport to Hamilton Springs
The home is a short walk from several bus stops.
Westfield Lane Central Avenue bus stop, which is accessed by bus 485.
Broad Lane Beech St bus stop, which is accessed by bus 485.
There's also a train station in the local area.
South Elmsall - 1 mile away (16 minute walk).