Staff Nurse

Band 5 Registered Nurse – Job Description

Reports to: Clinical Lead / Registered Manager
Location: Residential Care Home

Role Purpose

To deliver safe, effective, person centred nursing care to residents, working as part of a multidisciplinary team. The Band 5 Nurse promotes clinical excellence, supports care staff, and contributes to high standards of governance and regulatory compliance within the home.

Key Responsibilities

Clinical Care

• Provide high quality nursing care in line with NMC standards and care home policies

• Assess, plan, implement, and evaluate care for residents with a range of health needs

• Administer medications safely and maintain accurate MAR documentation

• Undertake clinical tasks such as wound care, catheter care, observations, and long term condition monitoring

• Respond promptly to changes in residents’ health and escalate concerns appropriately

• Ensure safe infection prevention and control practices are followed at all times

Leadership & Team Support

• Act as a role model for high standards of care and professionalism

• Provide clinical guidance to care staff and support their development

• Delegate tasks effectively while maintaining oversight of resident wellbeing

• Support new staff and students through mentoring and supervision

Governance, Safety & Compliance

• Maintain accurate, person centred documentation including care plans and risk assessments

• Contribute to audits (medication, wound care, infection control, care plans)

• Report and record incidents, safeguarding concerns, and clinical risks in line with policy

• Ensure compliance with CQC standards and NMC Code of Conduct

• Participate in quality improvement initiatives within the home

Resident Experience & Family Engagement

• Build positive relationships with residents and their families

• Promote dignity, choice, and independence in all aspects of care

• Support meaningful activities and holistic wellbeing

• Communicate clearly and compassionately with families, advocates, and professionals