Unit Manager

Unit Manager – Hemel Hempstead, Hertfordshire

Location: St. Paul’s Care Centre, Long Mimms, Hemel Hempstead, HP2 5XW

Salary: £50,000 to £55,000 (depending on experience)

Hours: 40 hours per week, 8am to 5pm - flexibility required

Job type: Full time, permanent

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An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Unit Manager to join our team at St Paul’s Care Centre in Hemel Hempstead, Hertfordshire.

The Unit Manager will support the Home Manager and Deputy Manager with the day to day running of the Nursing Home and specifically, with overall responsibility of one unit. You will manage your unit to ensure that the highest achievable standards of care are delivered to residents and that all nursing and care practices are evidence based and reflect current trends. You will be a hands-on role model and leader for the care team and create an open, positive and inclusive atmosphere. You will also be expected to demonstrate positive professional practice and development and promote the rights of our residents to lead independent and full-filling lives.

You will be expected to work within the defined company policies and procedures and to adhere to CQC guidelines and other relevant legislative requirements at all times.

The Butterfly Benefits:

Blue Light Card (employee discount scheme)Byond Prepayment Card (employee cashback card)Extras Discounts (employee discount scheme)Cycle to Work SchemeEmployee Assistance ProgrammeRefer a Friend SchemeEmployee of the monthTeam social eventsStaff wellness fundLoyalty and long-service awards

Employment Perks:

Competitive salarySupport in achieving additional qualifications, including nationally recognised qualificationsComprehensive induction with free training and development

About the role:

Comply with the NMC Code of Professional Conduct at all timesEffectively delegate to and lead a team of care professionals to deliver high standards of care and add value to the lives of our residentsTake responsibility and ownership for nursing and care practices on the unit, ensuring that person centred care for the residents is the focusBe the lead for your unit to ensure that the oversight for clinical governance is monitored and that this is reported on to the Home Manager as requiredSupport with audits across the home, analyse quality of care outcomes and make recommendations to further improve the care standardsMaintain clinical involvement and provide hands on care to our residents including the administration of medication and wound careLiaise with external healthcare professionals as needed, such as Social Services and CCG representativesAssist the Home Manager in filling resident vacancies on your unit by liaising with stakeholders and by assessing and selecting suitable residents according to their care needs

About you:

Strong clinical skills with a current and valid NMC pin numberQualification as a Registered General NurseUnderstanding of CQC requirements, Safeguarding of Vulnerable Adults, HSE (Health & Safety Executive) requirements and other relevant legislationExcellent communication, teamwork and management skillsPositive, flexible and innovative attitude

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.