Nurse (Older Adults)

Employer: Hampshire County Council

Location: Southampton, Hampshire, GB

Salary: Competitive salary

Job type: FULL_TIME, PART_TIME, On Site

Posted: 2026-04-14T00:00:00Z

Sector: Healthcare

Job Description

Within our older adults’ homes, we aim to create a warm and welcoming environment where our Nurses can deliver the exceptional care our residents deserve. What you'll do: Deliver outstanding nursing care: Be responsible for the whole patient experience, including clinical diagnosis and treatment, and provide the highest quality, holistic and person-centred care to our residents. Build relationships: Develop positive connections with our residents, families, and carers and involve them in care planning, monitoring, and evaluating services. Collaborate with a supportive team: Work with a well-resourced multi-disciplinary team, receive full support in your role, and mentor, support, educate and supervise other team members. What we're looking for: Qualified Nurse with current NMC registration. Clinical experience: Knowledge and understanding of elderly care, with previous experience in a health or social care setting. Passion and dedication: A genuine desire and motivation to help others and make a positive difference to their lives. Resilience and flexibility: Ability to work effectively under pressure, adapting positively to changing situations and demands. Empathy and compassion: Shows empathy and understanding of the needs of older people to build trust and provide support. Why join us? Rewarding Work: Make a real difference in the lives of our residents and know that you can help improve the quality of life of others and make a lasting impact on the lives of those you care for. Career Growth: Supportive start for newly qualified Nurses through our Preceptorship Programme, offering structured learning, reflective practice and tailored guidance from experienced Nurses.  With ongoing development opportunities, you’ll have the chance to enhance your skills and advance your nursing career. Supportive Environment: Work in a friendly and collaborative team who feel proud of the work they do to support people in our community. Competitive Benefits Package. This role involves some weekend and bank holidays working, for which enhancements are paid in line with the HCC salary policy. Other roles you may have experience of may include: RGN, RMN, RCN, Registered Nurse, Nursing Assistant, Nurse Practitioner. Working pattern: This role is based on an annualised hours contract, meaning your total working hours are spread across the year rather than following a fixed weekly schedule. You’ll work flexibly, covering shifts when colleagues are on leave or unwell, and supporting during busy periods. You’ll be contracted to work a minimum of 30 hours annually, with additional hours likely depending on service needs and your availability. We’ll aim to give you as much notice as possible to help you balance work and personal commitments, though short-notice cover may occasionally be required. To learn more about this role, please review our Candidate Pack available on our website. Please click on the Apply button for details.

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