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Peripatetic Nurse (RGN)NHS

Carlisle, CA2 7PW Permanent £24
Posted 9 September 2026 Closing date 8 November 2026
Carlisle Rail Station (1.6 miles, direct) Slaggyford (South Tynedale Railway) (18.6 miles, direct) Stance 1 (13.1 miles, direct)

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 Pharma

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 are known for. You will lead a multi-disciplinary team to ensure that on each shift, at every location, all our residents receive the highest quality care. You will have responsibilities ranging from making sure new residents are settling in to helping advance your team members' skills and developing care plans 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 for what you do. To join us as a Peripatetic Nurse, you need to be a Registered Nurse (RGN) with an NMC registration and a teaching, mentoring, or supervision qualification. Strong clinical knowledge is important, along with understanding key regulatory frameworks like the safe administration of medicines, Royal Pharmaceutical guidelines, and NMC standards.

Job description

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 Offer to pay Health & Care Worker Visa immigration fees (for eligible nurses)

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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About us

Barchester Healthcare is an organisation known for providing high-quality care to residents across various locations. As a reputable healthcare provider, Barchester Healthcare is committed to delivering exceptional services through a team of skilled professionals. They offer a supportive environment for their staff, promoting continuous development and encouraging a culture of respect and autonomy. The organisation values dedication and ambition, providing opportunities for growth and rewarding their employees with competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package. Barchester's focus on quality care and staff empowerment makes it a preferred choice for healthcare professionals seeking a fulfilling career.

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