Night Nurse - Lydney - £22.86ph

Night Nurse
Location: Lydney, Gloucestershire
Salary: £22.86 per hour
Hours: Rolling rota – Week 1: 2 x 12-hour shifts; Week 2: 3 x 12-hour shifts

A highly regarded care home near Lydney is seeking a dedicated Night Nurse to join their team. The home provides residential, nursing and respite care in a welcoming and supportive environment, where dignity, independence, and compassionate care are at the heart of everything they do.

The Night Nurse plays a pivotal role within the home, often being the most senior team member on shift. This role combines clinical leadership with hands-on care, ensuring residents are safe, supported and well cared for throughout the night.

Key Responsibilities:
Lead and support the care team overnight, ensuring high standards of nursing and personal care are consistently delivered.
Take charge during night shifts, including responding effectively to emergencies and maintaining the safety and security of the home.
Deliver, monitor and re-evaluate care in partnership with residents, their families, and healthcare professionals.
Provide clinical leadership, guidance and advice to carers.
Liaise confidently with GPs, hospitals and external agencies.
Promote a calm, reassuring environment while maintaining a wakeful watch over residents.

About You:
Registered General Nurse (RGN) or Registered Mental Health Nurse (RMN) with a valid NMC PIN.
Previous post-registration experience, with evidence of continuous professional development.
Confident in leading a team and managing clinical decisions during the night.
Knowledge of regulatory frameworks with experience in, or willingness to train in:
Medication administration
Catheterisation
End-of-life care
Verification of death
Syringe drivers
Gastrostomy care
Venepuncture
Diabetic care
Tissue viability
Epilepsy awareness
Sepsis awareness and management of deterioration
A strong role model with excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to motivate and support colleagues while ensuring residents receive the best possible care.

Benefits:
£22.86 per hour with enhanced rates at weekends
Rolling rota with opportunities for casual hours if greater flexibility is required
30 days holiday (including Bank Holidays)
Fully funded NMC PIN renewal
Company pension scheme
Free uniform provided
Access to an Employee Assistance Programme offering 24/7 wellbeing support
"Refer a Friend" scheme with rewards up to £1,000
Blue Light Card and rewards programme offering discounts on shopping, leisure and dining

This is an excellent opportunity for a committed Night Nurse to take on a senior role in a supportive environment, where clinical leadership and compassionate care go hand in hand.

For more information or to apply, please contact Holly on (phone number removed) or email (url removed)