Unit manager nursing

Unit Manager ndash; RGN Nursing | Elderly Care | Dementia Care | Nursing Home JOB DESCRIPTION: Our client, a nursing home near Plymouth is currently looking to recruit a permanent Unit Manager to help provide the highest levels of nursing care to their elderly residents. * GBP23.50 per hour * Qualified nurse adult * 44 hours per week * Day shifts only * Nursing and dementia care to the elderly * Immediate interviews * Job reference JO19185 The successful Unit Manager candidate will be required to assist the Home Manager in planning and implementing the highest quality of nursing care to the homes frail elderly residents, some of who may suffer with dementia. You will be responsible for managing and motivating a team of nurses and carers and helping to ensure the smooth running of this reputable nursing home. Good communication skills and a passion for providing outstanding care are therefore essential. SKILLS / QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED: bull; You must be a qualified nurse ndash; RGN - and registered with the NMC bull; Excellent communication skills bull; Previous experience in a Senior Nurse or Deputy Manager role desirable but not essential bull; Min 2 years hands-on nursing experience bull; Passion for elderly / dementia care JOB REQUIREMENTS OF THE UNIT MANAGER: bull; Work autonomously and independently whilst building strong relationships with the management and care staff throughout the organisation bull; Maintain and assess the home rsquo;s high quality care bull; Organising and motivating the carers to ensure excellent standards of care are delivered bull; Assist in inductions and orientations of new care staff bull; Help to uphold the home rsquo;s reputation as a recognised centre of excellence bull; Liaising with other healthcare professionals and members of the multi-disciplinary team bull; Administrative duties Unit Lead / Clinical Lead / Nurse Manager / Nurse Lead / Lead Nurse / Senior Nurse