Barchester Healthcare

Peripatetic Nurse (RGN)

Barchester Healthcare View all jobs


North East England
Permanent
Registered Nurse/RN
GBP 0 - 24 per year

Posted 1 month(s) ago

Reference: 2316255


Job summary

ABOUT THE ROLE As a Peripatetic Nurse (RGN) at Barchester, you'll travel across your region to deliver the high clinical standards we're known for. We'll look to you to lead a multi-disciplinary team to make sure that on each shift, at every location, all of our residents get the highest quality care. You can expect a wide range of responsibilities, from making sure new residents are settling in, to helping advance your team members' skills, and developing care plans that are tailored to our residents' physical and mental needs. As a Peripatetic Nurse, you'll have the freedom and autonomy to do things the right way and be truly valued and respected for what you do. ABOUT YOU To join us as a Peripatetic Nurse, you'll need to be a Registered Nurse (RGN) with a current NMC registration and a teaching, mentoring or supervision qualification. A strong, up-to-date clinical knowledge is important, as is a good understanding of key regulatory frameworks, including the safe administration of medicines, Royal Pharmaceutical guidelines, and NMC standards. We'll also look for a successful track re

Main duties of the job

As a Peripatetic Nurse (RGN) at Barchester, you'll travel across your region to deliver the high clinical standards we're known for. You'll lead a multi-disciplinary team, ensuring all residents receive the highest quality care on each shift at every location. Responsibilities include assisting new residents with settling in, enhancing team members' skills, and developing care plans tailored to residents' physical and mental needs. You will need to be a Registered Nurse (RGN) with a current NMC registration, accompanied by a teaching, mentoring, or supervision qualification. Strong clinical knowledge and understanding of key regulatory frameworks are essential. We value dedication and a can-do approach, offering a competitive salary, NMC registration paid annually, free training, well-being support tools, and various discounts and rewards.

About us

Barchester Healthcare is a leading provider of high-quality nursing and care services in the UK. With a focus on delivering exceptional care to residents, Barchester operates a network of care homes across the country, each committed to adhering to the highest clinical standards. Their team of dedicated professionals is expected to provide compassionate, tailored care to match the individual needs of each resident. The organization invests in training and development for all roles, ensuring employees have access to the tools and support necessary for career advancement. Barchester Healthcare is recognized for its dedication to creating a rewarding work environment for its staff, offering competitive salaries, benefits, and opportunities to make a meaningful impact in the lives of those they care for.

Details
Date posted

02 September 2026

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£24 an hour

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Part-time

Reference number

1545549980

Job locations

Barchester Healthcare

Workington

CA14 3NE

United Kingdom


Job description
Job responsibilities

ABOUT THE ROLEAs a Peripatetic Nurse (RGN) at Barchester, you'll travel across your region to deliver the high clinical standards we're known for. We'll look to you to lead a multi-disciplinary team to make sure that on each shift, at every location, all of our residents get the highest quality care. You can expect a wide range of responsibilities, from making sure new residents are settling in, to helping advance your team members' skills, and developing care plans that are tailored to our residents' physical and mental needs. As a Peripatetic Nurse, you'll have the freedom and autonomy to do things the right way and be truly valued and respected for what you do.

ABOUT YOUTo join us as a Peripatetic Nurse, you'll need to be a Registered Nurse (RGN) with a current NMC registration and a teaching, mentoring or supervision qualification. A strong, up-to-date clinical knowledge is important, as is a good understanding of key regulatory frameworks, including the safe administration of medicines, Royal Pharmaceutical guidelines, and NMC standards. We'll also look for a successful track record of producing care plans and detailed risk assessments. Dedicated and ambitious, you'll be able to lead by example your can-do approach and excellent communication skills will motivate the teams in each Barchester care home you work with.

REWARDS PACKAGEIn return for your dedication, you'll receive a competitive salary plus our sector-leading benefits and rewards package including: NMC registration paid every year Free training and development for all roles Access to wellbeing and support tools A range of retail discounts and savings Nurse Mentor' and Refer a Friend' bonus schemes

And so much more!

If you'd like to use your clinical and people skills in an organisation that provides the quality care you'd expect for your loved ones, this is an empowering and rewarding place to be.

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Job description
Job responsibilities

ABOUT THE ROLEAs a Peripatetic Nurse (RGN) at Barchester, you'll travel across your region to deliver the high clinical standards we're known for. We'll look to you to lead a multi-disciplinary team to make sure that on each shift, at every location, all of our residents get the highest quality care. You can expect a wide range of responsibilities, from making sure new residents are settling in, to helping advance your team members' skills, and developing care plans that are tailored to our residents' physical and mental needs. As a Peripatetic Nurse, you'll have the freedom and autonomy to do things the right way and be truly valued and respected for what you do.

ABOUT YOUTo join us as a Peripatetic Nurse, you'll need to be a Registered Nurse (RGN) with a current NMC registration and a teaching, mentoring or supervision qualification. A strong, up-to-date clinical knowledge is important, as is a good understanding of key regulatory frameworks, including the safe administration of medicines, Royal Pharmaceutical guidelines, and NMC standards. We'll also look for a successful track record of producing care plans and detailed risk assessments. Dedicated and ambitious, you'll be able to lead by example your can-do approach and excellent communication skills will motivate the teams in each Barchester care home you work with.

REWARDS PACKAGEIn return for your dedication, you'll receive a competitive salary plus our sector-leading benefits and rewards package including: NMC registration paid every year Free training and development for all roles Access to wellbeing and support tools A range of retail discounts and savings Nurse Mentor' and Refer a Friend' bonus schemes

And so much more!

If you'd like to use your clinical and people skills in an organisation that provides the quality care you'd expect for your loved ones, this is an empowering and rewarding place to be.

5432

Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
  • Registered Nurse (RGN) with a current NMC registration and a teaching, mentoring, or supervision qualification.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
  • Registered Nurse (RGN) with a current NMC registration and a teaching, mentoring, or supervision qualification.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details
Employer name

Barchester Healthcare

Address

Barchester Healthcare

Workington

CA14 3NE

United Kingdom


Employer's website

https://www.barchester.com/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details
Employer name

Barchester Healthcare

Address

Barchester Healthcare

Workington

CA14 3NE

United Kingdom


Employer's website

https://www.barchester.com/ (Opens in a new tab)