Unit Manager - Experienced Nurse - Dementia Care Home

Job Summary
We are seeking an experienced and compassionate Nurse to serve as a Unit Manager to oversee dementia and nursing care within our dedicated care home. The successful candidate will be responsible for leading a team of healthcare professionals, ensuring the delivery of high-quality patient care, and maintaining a safe and supportive environment for residents with complex needs. This role requires a proactive leader with strong clinical skills, particularly in dementia and senior care, and a commitment to enhancing the wellbeing of our residents.

** Sponsorship maybe available for this position **

Duties

• Lead and supervise nursing staff and care assistants, fostering a collaborative team environment.
• Develop and implement personalised care plans for residents with dementia, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.
• Oversee medication administration, ensuring accuracy and adherence to prescribed protocols.
• Coordinate case management activities, including assessments and ongoing evaluations of residents’ needs.
• Monitor the delivery of patient care, providing guidance and support to staff to optimise outcomes.
• Maintain detailed documentation in accordance with legal and organisational requirements.
• Liaise with families, healthcare professionals, and external agencies to coordinate comprehensive care services.
• Organise staff rotas, training sessions, and professional development activities to ensure team competence.
• Uphold health and safety standards within the unit, conducting regular audits and risk assessments.
• Support residents with disabilities or special needs, including those requiring hospice or home care services.

Skills

• Proven experience in nursing home environments specialising in dementia or senior care.
• Strong leadership and team management skills with previous supervising experience.
• Excellent understanding of assisted living, hospice care, ICU procedures, and case management.
• Knowledge of anatomy, medication administration, medical imaging, laboratory procedures, and laboratory experience is advantageous.
• Compassionate approach to patient care with the ability to work effectively with individuals with disabilities or complex health conditions such as Alzheimer’s disease.
• Effective communication skills for liaising with families, multidisciplinary teams, and external agencies.
• Organised with the ability to manage multiple priorities efficiently under pressure.
• Familiarity with working with children or toddlers is a plus but not essential. This role offers an opportunity to lead a dedicated team in providing exceptional dementia care while supporting residents’ dignity and independence in a nurturing environment.

Pay: £45,000.00-£55,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Free parking

Experience:

• Leadership: 2 years (required)

Licence/Certification:

• PIN (required)

Work Location: In person