(CR) Relief Staff Nurse
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Location: Harold McCauley House, 7 Camowen Terrace, Omagh, BT79 0AX
Council: Council for Social Witness (Older People Services)
Salary: £21.84 per hour
Hours: As and when required
Responsible to: Service Manager
About the Role
Are you a compassionate and dedicated Staff Nurse looking for a rewarding role? Harold McCauley House, part of the Council for Social Witness (Older People Services), is looking for a Relief Staff Nurse to join our team. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of our residents, providing care within a Christian ethos that values both physical and spiritual well-being.
Main Function of the Job
As a member of the management team, under the Service Manager, to assist in the effective and efficient management of the Home, on a day-to-day basis, maintaining good standards of professional practice as required by the Northern Ireland Social Care Council, while working within the Christian ethos of Harold McCauley House
Background Information:
The Council for Social Witness (Older People Services), part of the Presbyterian Church in Ireland, provides care for older people in a Christian ethos, with a strong emphasis on offering spiritual support in addition to physical care.
Harold McCauley House is one of 6 homes for older people run by the Council for Social Witness (Older People Services). The purpose-built Home accommodates 32 residents. The residents have a variety of physical, social, emotional and spiritual needs and varying levels of dependency.
The Home operates a No Smoking Policy.
About the role
Responsibilities and Duties:
1. Professional Duties:
To promote and ensure a high standard of care in the home and an atmosphere suitable for meeting the physical, social, emotional and spiritual needs of the resident.
To assist in the delegation, supervision and co-ordination of the work of the nursing staff as allocated by senior nursing staff.
To liaise with and to assist the medical staff in the treatment, direct care giving, well being and safety of the resident, ensuring that necessary data is available to medical staff.
To comply with clinical procedures in accordance with the Council’s policies at all times.
To maintain and promote good personal direct contact with the individual residents.
To maintain and promote full communication and co-operation with all persons involved in resident care and residents relatives.
To be aware of all complaints, taking immediate action and reporting to the Nurse in Charge in accordance with Council policy.
To assist in the full assessment of residents’ needs and abilities, and participate in the regular review of these assessments.
To participate in the formulation and carrying out of comprehensive care plans, which address residents’ physical, social, emotional and spiritual needs.
2. Administrative Duties:
To participate in organising the admission of residents ensuring that other staff are aware of the residents’ condition and needs.
To participate and ensure that correct, up to date and neat records of residents’ care are kept at all times.
To participate in, and supervise the custody, administration, recording and maintenance of drug stocks according to the HSSB regulation and in accordance with your grade of training and UKCC registration.
To assist in maintaining careful checks of stock levels of surgical stores, stationery and other stores.
To follow Council procedures for the maintenance and repair of equipment.
To be familiar with all policies and procedures of the Council for the Home.
3. Training Duties:
To assist and participate in the orientation and induction of trained and untrained staff to the home.
To attend and participate in in-service training as needs arise.
To keep up-dated on developments and techniques in nursing care for the overall benefit of the residents.
4. Personnel Duties
To ensure the home is a safe environment for the residents, staff and visitors alike.
To be aware of the Health and Safety policy ensuring that related procedures are carried out correctly, report and record all accidents of residents, staff and visitors.
To attend fire lectures and be aware of fire procedure in the area of work.
To participate in the appraisal/supervision of staff systems within the home.
To help to maintain good morale in the home and promote sound organisation, fair and clear staff relationships and good communication.
To liaise closely with senior staff and be prepared to deputise in their absence.
To be aware of the needs of other staff within the home, referring them to those best able to help whilst maintaining confidences.
What We Are Looking For
A compassionate and experienced Staff Nurse with a genuine passion for supporting older people.
Excellent communication skills and the ability to work effectively with staff, residents, and external professionals.
The ability to work within a Christian ethos and support residents’ spiritual and physical needs.
Flexibility regarding working hours (including being on-call and weekends) as dictated by the needs of the Home.
Why Join Us?
Make a meaningful impact in the lives of our residents.
Work in a supportive and caring environment that values both physical and spiritual care.
Gain opportunities for further training and development.
Be part of a dedicated, compassionate team.
Benefits:
· Discount card – money off in local shops and restaurants
· Free –uniform and training
· Enhanced – annual leave
· Free – Access NI and NISCC registration
· Enhanced – maternity pay and pension scheme
· Free – employee assistance programme for staff and household members 16+ years
What you will need
Required criteria
- Degree, Diploma or other Nursing Qualification.
- Currently registered with the NMC
- Must be willing to behave in a manner which respects the Christian ethos of the Presbyterian Church in Ireland.
- Available to work flexibly, including being on-call and week-end work as dictated by the needs of the Home
- Available to work night shifts, if required
Desired criteria
- Information Technology Knowledge/Skills
- Post registration experience, which includes the care of older people
Presbyterian Church in Ireland
The Presbyterian Church in Ireland (PCI) is a community of believers shaped by faith, committed to loving God and serving others.
PCI plays an active role in social care, education, and advocacy, reflecting its core values of faith, compassion, and service. Through worship, discipleship, and outreach, PCI seeks to make a meaningful impact on society while fostering a strong, supportive Christian community.
WHAT PCI is one of the largest Christian denominations in Ireland, with over 500 congregations across Northern Ireland and the Republic of Ireland. PCI is committed to spreading the Gospel, serving communities, and supporting mission work both locally and globally. PCI provide practical care in through nursing, residential and supported housing, day services and more.
PCI fosters a culture of faith, service, and community. It values integrity, compassion, and inclusivity, encouraging members to live out their faith through worship, discipleship, and outreach. PCI provides a welcoming and supportive environment where individuals and families can deepen their faith, contribute to meaningful causes, and build lasting relationships within a vibrant Christian community.
Our benefits
Vacation, Paid time off
Retirement plan and/or pension
Employee Assistance Scheme
Perks Card
Annual Rise
On the job learning
Progression opportunities
Bereavement leave
(CR) Relief Staff Nurse
The Presbyterian Church in Ireland (PCI) is a community of believers shaped by faith, committed to loving God and serving others.
PCI plays an active role in social care, education, and advocacy, reflecting its core values of faith, compassion, and service. Through worship, discipleship, and outreach, PCI seeks to make a meaningful impact on society while fostering a strong, supportive Christian community.