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Peripatetic Nurse (RGN/RMN) - Care HomeNHS

Workington, CA14 3NE Permanent £24
Posted 18 August 2026 Closing date 16 October 2026
Workington Rail Station (1 mile away) Stance 3 (26.6 miles away)

Job summary

ABOUT THE ROLE As a Peripatetic Nurse (RGN/RMN) 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/RMN) 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.

Main duties of the job

As a Peripatetic Nurse (RGN/RMN) at Barchester, you will be expected to travel across your region to deliver the high clinical standards the company is known for. Responsibilities include leading a multi-disciplinary team to ensure that all residents receive the highest quality care, helping new residents settle in, advancing the skills of team members, and developing care plans that cater to residents' physical and mental needs. The role offers a high degree of freedom and autonomy and recognizes the value of your contributions. You must be a registered nurse with current NMC registration and possess a teaching, mentoring, or supervision qualification. Strong clinical knowledge and understanding of regulatory frameworks are essential, along with a successful track record of producing care plans and risk assessments. Leadership and communication skills are crucial in motivating multidisciplinary teams across various Barchester care homes.

Job description

ABOUT THE ROLEAs a Peripatetic Nurse (RGN/RMN) 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/RMN) 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 a well-regarded provider of care services known for delivering high clinical standards. The organisation is committed to providing quality care for its residents and offers various opportunities for professional development. Barchester operates multiple care homes and requires a peripatetic nurse capable of providing consistent, high-quality nursing care across their care homes in the designated region. Barchester values the contributions of its staff and provides a supportive environment with various benefits and development opportunities. The company strives to create a rewarding atmosphere aligned with its mission to deliver the quality of care expected for loved ones, making it a highly regarded and fulfilling place to work.

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