Registered Nurse (RGN/RMN) - Bank - Care Home

Job Advertisement: Bank Registered Nurse (RGN/RMN) - Night Shifts

Position Overview

• Role: Registered Nurse (RGN/RMN) - Bank - Care Home (Casual / Flexible)

• Location: Hawthorns Care Centre, O'Neill Drive, Peterlee, Durham, SR8 5UP

• Pay Rate: £22.85 per hour

• Employment Type: Bank (Casual, part-time with flexible working hours to cover needs such as annual leave or sick leave)

• Shift: Nights

• Closing Date: 5 September 2026

About the Role

Are you a qualified general or mental health nurse looking for a flexible night-shift role where you can enjoy clinical autonomy and look after the physical, psychological, and social needs of residents?

Working as a Bank Registered Nurse (RGN/RMN) through our supportive bridge staffing agency on behalf of Barchester Healthcare, you will help create a safe, supportive nighttime environment at Hawthorns Care Centre. You will rely on your professional judgment to make critical clinical decisions, develop tailored care plans, administer medicine safely, and deliver clinical excellence across night shifts.

Key Responsibilities (What You'll Do)

• Oversee and deliver comprehensive nighttime nursing care addressing residents' physical, psychological, and social needs.

• Make critical clinical decisions and exercise full professional autonomy.

• Create and update tailored care plans and detailed risk assessments.

• Administer medication safely and maintain compliance with clinical best practices.

• Provide flexible cover for night shifts as and when needed across the home.

Candidate Requirements (What You'll Need)

• Valid, active NMC registration as a Registered Nurse (RGN or RMN).

• Up-to-date knowledge of contemporary clinical practices and elderly care.

• Proven experience producing robust care plans and managing clinical risk assessments.

• Solid understanding of regulatory frameworks, including DoLS/MCA and Royal Pharmaceutical guidelines.

• A compassionate, person-centred, and thoughtful approach to nursing.

Rewards & Benefits Package

• Competitive Pay: Excellent hourly rate of £22.85.

• True Flexibility: Casual bank contract structure offering freedom over your schedule.

• Professional Growth: Free ongoing learning, development, and career advancement opportunities backed by a leading UK healthcare provider.

• Empowering Culture: A supportive environment where your clinical expertise is truly valued and respected.