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Peripatetic Nurse (RGN)
Barchester Healthcare
Home Office register entry: BARCHESTER HEALTHCARE LIMITED, LONDON
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Role description
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 Pharmaceutical guidelines, and NMC standards.
Main duties of the job
As a Peripatetic Nurse (RGN) at Barchester, you'll travel across your region to deliver high clinical standards. You'll be expected to lead a multi-disciplinary team, ensuring that residents receive the highest quality care. Responsibilities include settling in new residents, enhancing team skills, and developing tailored care plans. Enjoy the freedom and autonomy to provide care your way and be truly valued for your impact. Requirements include being a Registered Nurse (RGN) with current NMC registration, and possessing a teaching, mentoring, or supervision qualification. An up-to-date clinical knowledge is crucial, along with an understanding of regulatory frameworks, including medicine administration and NMC standards. A track record of generating care plans and risk assessments is also needed. Your professionalism and communication skills will inspire every Barchester care home team you partner with.
About us
Barchester Healthcare is a prominent care provider, respected for delivering excellent care and having experienced professionals lead its multi-disciplinary teams. Known for empowering its staff, Barchester provides nurses with autonomy in their roles, recognising and valuing their contributions. As a part of this team, nurses can expect a range of responsibilities, including leading teams and creating tailored care plans for residents physical and mental welfare. Commitment to the organisation offers a competitive salary and benefits package, with continual training and professional development opportunities. Barchester's commitment to quality care and staff satisfaction ensures an empowering workplace for dedicated healthcare professionals.
Details
Date posted
18 August 2026
Pay scheme
Other
Salary
£24 an hour
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time, Part-time
Reference number
1538559417
Job locations
Barchester Healthcare
Workington
CA14 3NE
United Kingdom
Last verified against our ingestion on 19 August 2026; sponsor register dataset 2026-08-25.