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Registered Nurse - Maternity Cover
Registered Nurse - Maternity Cover
The Home
Located in Newtownabbey, Ben Madigan is a modern, purpose-built nursing home providing high-quality care in a welcoming environment. Our home offers 70 spacious single bedrooms, all with ensuite facilities, spread across two thoughtfully designed floors.
On the ground floor, the Hillview Unit supports 33 residents with General Nursing needs. Upstairs, the Bellview and Coastview Units provide specialist care for up to 37 older adults living with dementia.
Our team is made up of dedicated and compassionate professionals from diverse backgrounds and cultures — all working together to deliver outstanding, person-centred care.
If you’re committed to making a real difference and want to be part of a supportive, inclusive team, we’d love to hear from you.
The Role
This role is a temporary maternity cover for 44 hours per week. The role of a Registered Nurse in our services is a key position in our mission to provide excellent and inclusive care. The Registered Nurse is a leadership role, playing a vital part in managing the care of our residents and providing high-quality and person-centred care. The Registered Nurse will work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams to assess, plan, implement and evaluate care plans tailored to the individual needs of our residents.
We pride ourselves on being able to deliver excellent care to our residents, as a Registered Nurse you will support the management of shifts, ensuring the safety of all residents and our team. The role of Registered Nurse is always evolving and having a commitment to personal and professional development will ensure that you are able to make a positive difference in the lives of our residents and their families.
About this role
Main Responsibilities
Delivering person centred care to each resident
Assess and monitor the physical health of residents within care plans
To offer support and supervise all care staff or new recruits
Ensure effective communication of any concerns relating to resident care
Complying with relevant regulatory and statutory requirements
Undertake any other duties that may be reasonably required as designated by the Home Manager
The Benefits
Paid annual leave
The chance to be part of a growing healthcare company
Continuous professional development and training
Values-led culture
Overtime available at an enhanced rate
Opportunities for progression
Pension plan (if applicable)
Attractive hourly rate
Access NI cost covered
NMC reimbursed after qualifying period
Uniforms and PPE supplied
Monthly incentives and recognition awards
Free parking
This role is a temporary role to cover Maternity leave., 9-12 months cover, 44 hours per week.
We cannot offer sponsorship for this role, as it is only a temporary role.
Healthcare Ireland are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons.
What you will need
Required criteria
- Valid UK NMC pin
- Minimum of 6 months nursing experience
- The Right to Work in the UK
- The ability to work independently and supervise a team
- Have a good standard of written and oral English
Desired criteria
- A minimum of 6 months nursing experience
- Experience gained in a care home setting
