Care Home | Oswestry, Shropshire
Temporary / Agency | Days & Nights Available
Pay Rate: Competitive hourly rate
Shifts: Flexible – ad‑hoc, block bookings, days or nights
Job Description
We are recruiting a reliable and compassionate Registered General Nurse (RGN) for a temporary assignment within a care home based in Oswestry. This role is ideal for agency or locum nurses seeking flexible work while delivering high‑quality, person‑centred care to elderly residents in a care home setting.
Key Responsibilities
* Deliver safe, effective nursing care to residents
* Administer medication in line with NMC guidelines
* Complete clinical assessments, care plans, and risk assessments
* Monitor residents’ condition and respond to changes promptly
* Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation
* Support and supervise care staff on shift
* Act as Nurse in Charge when required
* Liaise with GPs, families, and external healthcare professionals
* Ensure compliance with safeguarding, infection control, and health & safety policies
Requirements
Essential:
* Valid NMC registration (RGN)
* Right to work in the UK
* Previous UK nursing experience
* Strong clinical knowledge and confidence working independently
* Excellent communication skills
Desirable:
* Experience working in a care home or elderly care setting
* Dementia or palliative care experience
* Familiarity with CQC standards
Salary description
£19.00 - £21.00 per hour