As the Deputy Home Manager, I am required to oversee / maintain the care of Clients within the Home and in the absence of the Home Manager, to take responsibility for the day-to-day running of the Home, and ensure that all Company policies and procedures, and all legal requirements, are adhered to within the defined timescales. My duties and responsibilities will includeEnsuring all Staff Members contribute to the best of their ability to the efficient running of the Home, and to the… Show more As the Deputy Home Manager, I am required to oversee / maintain the care of Clients within the Home and in the absence of the Home Manager, to take responsibility for the day-to-day running of the Home, and ensure that all Company policies and procedures, and all legal requirements, are adhered to within the defined timescales. My duties and responsibilities will includeEnsuring all Staff Members contribute to the best of their ability to the efficient running of the Home, and to the creation of an atmosphere conductive to the best interests of Clients.Interacting with Clients to ensure that their health care needs are being met and resolving any problems where appropriate.Reporting any ill-health amongst Clients and make requests for GP / Professional visits where necessary.Ensuring meals are of sufficient quantity and good quality, and that Client’s dietary needs are met.Undertaking general nursing work and personal care as appropriate.Administering prescribed medicines and maintaining the necessary records as per Company guidelines.Auditing Care Plan documentation, to ensure best practice, on a three monthly basis. Practicing maximum integrity in all dealings with Clients' personal and financial affairs when required, and avoiding abuse of the privileged relationship that exists with Clients. Show less

As team leader I was responsible for encouraging a cooperative environment and maintaining clear communication among all team members.My duties included planning care, assigning duties, directing and assisting team members, giving direct patient care, teaching and coordinating patient activities.I would assign each member specific responsibilities dependent on the role The members of the team report directly to me, and I would then report to the charge nurse or unit manager.I was… Show more As team leader I was responsible for encouraging a cooperative environment and maintaining clear communication among all team members.My duties included planning care, assigning duties, directing and assisting team members, giving direct patient care, teaching and coordinating patient activities.I would assign each member specific responsibilities dependent on the role The members of the team report directly to me, and I would then report to the charge nurse or unit manager.I was involved in assessment of new patients and was a regular member on the interview panel recruiting new members of the team.Following this I was responsible for the supervision and support of my team using Personal Development Portfolios in order to improve practice and identify strengths and weaknesses and provide training to ensure a positive patient/staff working environment Show less

As a Charge nurse I displayed leadership, management and communication skills.I was responsible for managing, supervising and assisting the nursing staff, providing administrative support and patient care. My regular duties included directing the admission, discharge and general flow of patients, and assigning nurses and support staff to patients. I was flexible and are able to prioritise and adapt during emergencies.I would provide guidance on administering care to new patients or those with… Show more As a Charge nurse I displayed leadership, management and communication skills.I was responsible for managing, supervising and assisting the nursing staff, providing administrative support and patient care. My regular duties included directing the admission, discharge and general flow of patients, and assigning nurses and support staff to patients. I was flexible and are able to prioritise and adapt during emergencies.I would provide guidance on administering care to new patients or those with special needs and answering questions regarding protocol. I worked with other nurses and patients to create a plan of care that is individualised to a patient's needs. I would develop and implement training courses to help educate and train new nurses and staff. Show less