Registered Nurse

Company Description

Location: Southport

Pay Rate: £38.25 per hour at all times        

Shifts Available: Days Monday to Friday 9am to 5pm, Saturday/Sunday  7am until 2pm,3pm until 9pm.

Nights Monday-Sunday 9pm until 8am.

Advantage Healthcare Limited is part of City & County Healthcare Group, one of the largest community healthcare providers.  You’ll have access to all the resources, career pathways, benefits, investments, opportunities, and security that being part of City & County Healthcare Group brings. It’s the best of both worlds.

What you’ll get 

• Maternity/Paternity leave
• Pension scheme
• Paid annual leave
• Refer a friend scheme
• Cycle-to-work scheme
• Enhanced DBS check

Job Description

This is a role for those with complex care experience to lead care for a young adult with Beckwith-Weidman Syndrome and Unique Chromosome Disorder, due to this they have a Chiari Malformation, Scoliosis of the back, have had spinal fusion surgery. They are TPN dependent, have a Tracheostomy and use a Ventilator and have developmental delays.

You will lead on all aspects of their care including, TPN (Jejunostomy in situ) , Tracheostomy and Ventilator Management, Mobility, Medication and supporting them and family to go outside and access the community.

Our client is non verbal but can communicate using some sign language, enjoys feeding ducks, going for walks to the lake or pond, watching children's you tube videos, listening to music and drinking froth of their Coffee.

This is a unique role to make a real difference to this young adult and their family, it will be challenging yet rewarding but no day will be the same.  Our client enjoys interactions but needs strong communication skills as at times can exhibit challenging behaviours. 

Qualifications

-TPN experience with Children or Adults is required.

-Tracheostomy and Ventilator experience is required.

-Medication, Mobility and Complex Care experience is required.

-Experience of working with a similar disorder or a young person with complex learning and behavioural disabilities is preferred. 

-Excellent communication Skills and the ability to build rapport, deal with challenging situations and remain calm.

Additional Information

Why choose us?

We see extraordinary achievements happen every day thanks to the talent and commitment of our people. We want to transform the care industry by working smarter, using innovative tech, and driving forward positive change. As the largest care company in the UK, we have the size and success to offer you a world of career opportunity, choice, and security. Join us on our journey and continue yours.

City and County Healthcare Group is an equal opportunities employer.