Peripatetic Nurse (RGN)
About this role
Peripatetic Nurse (RGN)
Location: Regional cover across Gloucestershire and surrounding areas (Base: Hunters Care Centre, Cherry Tree Lane, Cirencester, Gloucestershire, GL7 5DT)
Pay Rate: £25.00 per hour
Hours: 48.00 hours per week (36/48 hour contracts available)
Shift Pattern: Nights (Shift times: 8:00 PM – 8:00 AM / 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM flexible shifts)
Job Type: Permanent
Welcome Bonus: £2,000 Golden Hello Welcome Bonus (T&Cs Apply)
Recruiting Partner: Supportive Bridge Staffing Agency
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At Supportive Bridge Staffing Agency, we bridge the gap between skilled clinical professionals and top-tier healthcare providers. We are currently recruiting a dynamic Peripatetic Nurse (RGN) on behalf of Barchester Healthcare to provide regional clinical cover across Gloucestershire and surrounding areas.
Note: This regional role requires a full UK driving licence. Mileage is paid from your assigned base home.
ABOUT THE ROLE
As a Peripatetic Nurse (RGN), you will travel across your assigned region to deliver outstanding clinical care and leadership. Operating primarily on night shifts, you will lead multidisciplinary teams, oversee resident care quality, support new admissions, and mentor local care home staff.
Key Responsibilities:
Provide dynamic clinical leadership and expert oversight across care homes in the region.
Exercise professional judgment and autonomy to deliver high-quality, person-centred clinical care.
Formulate, evaluate, and update comprehensive care plans and clinical risk assessments.
Administer medications safely in strict accordance with Royal Pharmaceutical guidelines and NMC standards.
Support, mentor, and upskill care and nursing staff across different regional services.
ABOUT YOU
We are seeking a mobile, dedicated clinical leader who thrives in adaptable environments and takes pride in delivering exceptional care standards.
Requirements & Qualifications:
Registration: Active, valid NMC Registration (RGN).
Licence & Mobility: Full UK driving licence with willingness to travel regionally.
Mentorship: Teaching, mentoring, or clinical supervision qualification.
Clinical Expertise: Strong, up-to-date knowledge of clinical procedures, MCA/DoLS, and safe medication management.
Experience: Proven experience in care planning, risk assessment, and leading multidisciplinary teams with excellent communication skills.
WHAT WE OFFER / REWARDS PACKAGE
In return for your flexibility and clinical excellence, you will receive a competitive salary alongside a premier rewards package:
Welcome Bonus: £2,000 Golden Hello Welcome Bonus (subject to T&Cs).
Competitive Pay & Travel: £25.00 per hour + mileage paid from base home.
Professional Subscriptions: Annual NMC registration fees paid every year.
Learning & Development: Free comprehensive training, leadership progression, and clinical skills programs.
Bonuses & Perks: Access to ‘Nurse Mentor’ bonuses, ‘Refer a Friend’ schemes, and extensive retail/leisure savings.
Wellbeing Support: Direct access to dedicated health and employee wellbeing tools.