Vacancy: Staff Nurse in Omagh Care Homes

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The Springlawn Group of Care Homes is seeking to recruit a staff nurse in Omagh to lead care teams across their 4 care homes in the area. This is a full-time permanent position.

This position is suitable for overseas applicants who have passed the NMC’s CBT test of competence or have full registration with the NMC and can work 37.5 hours per week

About The Staff Nurse in Omagh Post

To support the Home Manager in providing leadership to the care team in a private residential nursing home with a positive caring outlook. Providing care services including;

  • administration of medication,
  • maintenance of patient’s records
  • liaising with families
  • dealing with professional visitors, for example, Social Workers or Doctors.

This post will have a key responsibility for the quality of nursing assessment, care planning and implementation. It also covers evaluation of care staff training. This is to ensure that at all times residents continue to receive an excellent standard of care.

The registered NMC staff nurse is required to perform all duties in accordance with the NMC register and RQIA guidelines.

The staff nurse is responsible for the promotion of teamwork within the Care Homes.

Job Type: Full-time, Permanent

Salary: £15.00 to £18.00 /hour

Education:

  • Diploma of Higher Education (Preferred)

Licence:

  • NMC (Nursing and Midwifery Council) (Required)

Language:

  • English (Required)

About The Springlawn Group of Care Homes

The Springlawn Group of Nursing Homes was established in 1988. The vision was and remains to create a friendly, welcoming and person-centred environment, which makes residents feel at home at all times. The ultimate aim was to avoid having an institutional or clinical feel to the nursing homes. As a result, all of our homes boast beautifully kept bedrooms and living areas. They also include tidy, spacious exterior gardens and courtyards which are accessible to all residents. Our homes provide the highest standards of nursing and dementia care in a pleasant and welcoming environment.

The homes are:

Springlawn House, 44 Dromore Rd, Omagh BT78 1RB, a 36-bedroom nursing home which offers residential and full nursing care.

Hillcrest Nursing Home, 23b Old Mountfield Road, Omagh BT79 7EL -which features 39 single en-suite bedrooms. This facility specialises in general nursing as well as dementia nursing. So, it has its own separate Dementia Residential Unit of 17 rooms on the ground floor.

Hillside Residential, 23a Old Mountfield Road, Omagh BT79 7EL –  a specialist facility which focuses particularly on functionally mentally ill patients. It consists of 12 single rooms and care is provided by care assistants who encourage and promote the independence of all residents.

Hillview Lodge, 23 Old Mountfield Road, Omagh BT79 7EL – a private nursing home with 20 en-suite rooms, 16 consisting of general nursing and 4 consisting of dementia nursing.

How to Apply for the Staff Nurse in Omagh Post

To enquire or to request a job application form, please call Sylvia at  02882251222  or email her at hr@springlawngroup.com   You can also download an application form here.

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Activity Therapist – Position Vacant

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PLEASE NOTE: THIS POSITION IS NOW FILLED

Creative Activities Therapist Needed in Omagh

Are you creative, warm, organised and friendly? We are in need of a full- time Activity Therapist at Hillcrest Residential Dementia Facility in Omagh.

The Role of The Creative Activities Therapist

This is a creative job, with lots of scope to bring your talents and skills to the fore. You will be responsible for planning, delivering and evaluating creative, stimulating and relaxing activities for the residents of the residential Dementia Floor at Hillcrest.

You will have strong organisational skills, be an excellent communicator and be committed to improving your skills through releveant research and training.

Some experience of working with older people is desirable but not necessary. You will be supporting the work of the carers, working closely with them to ascertain the needs of individual residents; in order to be able to provide personalised activities.

The activities, outings and events you organise will enrich the lifes of the residents and support their independence and dignity.

About Hillcrest Residential Dementia Facility

 Opened in 2009, Hillcrest Residential Dementia Facility is the newest addition to Springlawn Nursing Group. This specialist dementia care unit features 17 large en suite bedrooms on the ground floor.

This small and secure unit includes a cosy kitchen where clients can bake and gather for tea and a chat. It also has an enclosed garden, and clients can tend the fruit, vegetables and flowers in the raised beds. Or they can simply sit and enjoy the environment.

As part of our dementia care philosophy, residents are surrounded by picture and objects from their past. A dedicated activity therapist encourages residents to take part in various activities like bowls, arts, crafts and flower arranging. Our therapist also takes residents out on day trips to Omagh and surrounding villages.

How To Apply

For a complete list of the duties and an application form to apply, email hr@springlawngroup.com

Rate of pay will be discussed at interview stage.

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Omagh Care Homes Seek HR Officer

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PLEASE NOTE: THIS POSITION IS NOW FILLED

The Springlawn Group of Care Homes in Omagh is seeking to recruit a HR Officer. This is a permanent post and salary will depend on experience and will be discussed at interview stage.

HR Officer’s Role

The job of the HR Manager is to deliver and manage successful HR functions across the 4 homes in the Springlawn Group of Care Homes. This post is full time Monday to Friday. The successful applicant will be reporting to the Home Manager.

HR Officer’s Main Duties/Responsibilities:

  • All recruitment and selection duties to include advertising jobs, responding to enquiries, short-listing, co-ordinating the selection process in conjunction with home managers and drawing up job offers.
  • Administration of all HR-related documentation, such as offer letters, contracts of employment and updating personnel file.
  • Administrative responsibilities to complete all Access NI applications for new starts to the group.
  • Administrative responsibilities for obtaining references for new starts to the group.
  • Management of the induction process to ensure all new starts are integrated successfully into the company.
  • Management of the HR function including the maintenance of all fair employment monitoring information and accurate completion of annual returns.
  • Providing advice and guidance to managers and staff on employment legislation and employee relations matters as and when required.
  • Oversee time and attendance process, absence management and holiday management across the Springlawn Group.
  • Responsible for employee relations and engagement throughout the Springlawn Group.
  • Facilitate team meetings in partnership with home manager.
  • Complete employee appraisals in line with Homes policy.

Skills and Education

  • You will need a minimum of 1-year human resources experience.
  • Third level HR qualification and or CIPD qualification.
  • A comprehensive understanding of HR legislation.
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills are key.
  • Excellent organisational and IT skills.
  • Confidently liaise with internal and external stakeholders to meet goals.
  • Strong self-critique skills and an ability to evaluate the success and impact of strategies.
  • Assertive confident individual with a sense of humour.

About Springlawn House

Springlawn House is 39-bedroom care home which offers full nursing care, according to our clients’ needs. We have respite and step-down facilities for our short-term care residents. Our highly qualified staff at Springlawn House have been providing care since establishment in 1990.

From the latest post-operative recovery facilities to compassionate end-of-life care and short-term respite care, we are equipped to look after individuals with wide-ranging needs. We’re in a great location close to local shops, cafes and amenities.

Further Information on HR Officer’s Post

For details and applications, please email hr@springlawngroup.com  or call 02882552666.

 

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Vacancies for Temporary Care Home Staff

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Lost work due to the coronavirus crisis? Then check out our temporary care home staff vacancies in Omagh. The Springlawn Group of Nursing Homes is recruiting temporary carers, housekeepers and kitchen staff at our 4 care homes.

About our Temporary Care Home Staff Posts

We have vacancies for carers, housekeepers and kitchen staff. So even if you’re hoping to go back to your job, it’s worth considering a temporary post in social care.   

 We offer a competitive salary, and full training and uniforms are provided.

Temporary Carer Posts:

Care Assistants provide care within a Nursing Home setting and treat each patient as an individual. You must be able to communicate effectively and retain the relevant information we give you about the level and type of care that is required.

Each Care Assistant will work within the team and have the support of their colleagues. And you will support them in turn. We offer provide all necessary training. Minimum Requirements include:

  • Over 16years of age
  • Good spoken and written English
  • Excellent communication skills and ability to interact with patients and visitors
  • A genuine interest in caring and ability to provide care

You can download the care assistant job description here,  but please note that training will be given on health & safety, the Patients Charter and all other essential areas.

Temporary Housekeeper Posts:

The post involves ensuring the cleanliness within the Nursing/Residential Home is of the highest standard in all areas. Minimum Requirements include:

  • You must be over 17 years of age
  • Good spoken and written English
  • Good communication skills and ability to interact with patients and visitors

You can download the Housekeeper job description here but please note that training will be given on health & safety, the Patients Charter and all other essential areas.

Temporary Kitchen Staff Posts

Kitchen staff undertake general preparation of food and meals under the supervision of the Chef or other appropriate staff. They will receive training to help them understand and adhere to all food hygiene and health and safety requirements in order to meet regulatory and Company standards.  This includes the safe use of knives and other sharp utensils.

Kitchen staff must maintain a high standard of personal hygiene, ensure a clean uniform is worn at all times, and undertake general cleaning duties throughout the kitchen.

You can download the kitchen assistant job description here, but please note that training will be given on health & safety, and all other essential areas.

Who Should Apply for These Temporary Care Home Staff Posts

There are lots of reasons to apply for our carer posts now:

  • You are looking for a new challenge
  • You have no formal experience but have always wanted to try a career in the caring sector
  • You have past experience and want to return to the care sector
  • You are looking for temporary work until the Coronavirus crisis is past and your job resumes

What We are Looking For

We are looking for individuals who are passionate about helping people especially during this time of crisis in the coronavirus pandemic. You must be committed to delivering high standards of care and service to clients in our nursing homes.

If this sounds like you and you are interested in a temporary role in the Springlawn Group, we would like to hear from you.  Candidates do not need any previous experience as full training will be provided.

Successful applicants are subject to NI Social Care Council (NISCC) registration, Enhanced Access NI & reference checks.

How to Join the Springlawn Group Team

To find out more or to request an application form, email us at hr@springlawngroup.com or download an application form here. In the meantime, you can find out more about here about the Springlawn Group of Care Homes.

About The Springlawn Group

The Springlawn Group of Care Homes was established in 1988 with a vision in mind. We wanted to create a friendly, welcoming and person-centred environment, where clients could feel at home at all times. The ultimate aim was to avoid having an institutional or clinical feel to our homes. So today, all of our homes boast beautifully kept bedrooms and living areas. We also offer tidy, spacious exterior gardens and courtyards which are accessible to all residents.

Our homes provide the highest standards of nursing, residential and dementia care in a pleasant and welcoming environment.  And clients are at the centre of their care, choosing their own care plans to make sure they get what they need, the way that they need it.

The Springlawn Group owns and runs the following care homes in Omagh:

  • Springlawn House, 44 Dromore Rd, Omagh BT78 1RB.
  • Hillcrest Care Home, 23b Old Mountfield Road, Omagh BT79 7EL
  • Hillcrest Residential Dementia Facility, 23 Old Mountfield Road, Omagh BT79 7EL
  • Hillside Residential, 23a Old Mountfield Road, Omagh BT79 7EL
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Nursing vacancies in Omagh nursing homes

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The Springlawn Group of Nursing Homes  has nursing vacancies in Omagh nursing homes which belong to their group.

They are recruiting PERMANENT & PART-TIME NURSES and are looking for “enthusiastic & committed Nurses to join our team. Experience of working in a dementia unit is desirable but not essential as full training will be provided. Valid NMC registration is essential.

Please note that all nurses recruited will be given the opportunity to maintain their clinical skills and knowledge.

Please contact Paula on (028) 82 247931 for an application form & job description.

Omagh Nursing Homes in the Springlawn Group

The Springlawn Group of Nursing Homes owns and runs the following top quality Omagh nursing homes:

Springlawn House

44 Dromore Rd, Omagh BT78 1RB.  Phone: +44 28 8224 4550 Email: springlawn@hotmail.com

Person in charge: Sharon Colhoun (Matron/Manager)

Springlawn House is 36-bedroom nursing home which offers residential and full nursing care, according to our clients’ needs. We also have respite and step-down facilities for our short-term care residents. Established in 1990, Springlawn House has been modernised over the years to help us provide the highest quality of healthcare to our residents. From the latest post-operative recovery facilities to compassionate end-of-life care and short-term respite care, we are equipped to look after individuals with wide-ranging needs. Our activity therapists plan a variety of fun programs including bingo, card games, arts and crafts, entertainment, local trips, etc. to enhance our residents’ quality of life.

Registered Care Categories: Learning Disability (maximum of 2 patients) • Nursing Care • Physical Disability (maximum 2 patients)

Specialist Care Categories: Cancer Care • Cerebral Palsy • Epilepsy • Head/Brain Injury • Hearing Impairment • Huntington’s Disease • Motor Neurone Disease • Multiple Sclerosis • Neuropathic • Orthopaedic • Parkinson’s Disease • Schizophrenia • Speech Impairment • Stroke • Visual Impairment

Specialist Care Areas include:

  • Dementia/Alzheimer’s
  • Cancer
  • Head Injury and Stroke

Facilities & Services: Palliative Care • Day Care • Respite Care • Convalescent Care • Physiotherapy • Independent Living Training • Own GP if required • Own Furniture if required • Smoking not permitted • Close to Local shops • Near Public Transport • Minibus or other transport • Lift • Wheelchair access • Gardens for residents • Residents Kitchenette • Phone Point in own room/Mobile • Television point in own room • Residents Internet Access

Phone: +44 28 8224 7931 Email: knockmoylelodge@hotmail.com

Registered Care Categories: Nursing Dementia • Old Age

Specialist Care Categories: Specializes in Dementia Care

Facilities & Services: Palliative Care • Day Care • Respite Care • Convalescent Care • Physiotherapy • Independent Living Training • Sheltered Housing • Separate Dementia Care Unit • Own GP if required • Own Furniture if required • Smoking not permitted • Near Public Transport • Minibus or other transport • Lift • Wheelchair access • Ground Floor Accommodation only • Gardens for residents • Residents Kitchenette • Phone Point in own room/Mobile • Television point in own room

Hillcrest

23b Old Mountfield Road, Omagh BT79 7EL

Phone: +44 28 8225 1222 Email: hillcrestcarefacility@hotmail.co.uk

Person in charge: Julie Taylor (Manager)

Hillcrest Nursing home is a private Care Home with nursing services, with 76 single en-suite rooms.

Registered Care Categories*: Dementia • Eating Disorders • Mental Health Condition • Old Age • Physical Disability

Specialist Care Categories: Multiple Sclerosis

Facilities & Services: Palliative Care • Day Care • Respite Care • Own Furniture if required • Close to Local shops • Minibus or other transport • Lift • Wheelchair access • Phone Point in own room/Mobile • Television point in own room • Residents Internet Access

Hillside Residential

23a Old Mountfield Road, Omagh BT79 7EL. Phone: +44 28 8225 2822

Person in charge: Karen Shields (Manager)

Hillside Residential is a specialist facility which focuses on younger adults and mental health. It has 13 single rooms.

Registered for a maximum of 13 Service Users

Registered Care Categories*: Mental Health Condition • Younger Adults

Specialist Care Categories: Asperger Syndrome • Autism/ASD • Bipolar/Manic Depression • Challenging Behaviour • Epilepsy • Head/Brain Injury

Facilities & Services:

Day Care • Respite Care • Physiotherapy • Independent Living Training • Own GP if required • Own Furniture if required • Close to Local shops • Near Public Transport • Minibus or other transport • Lift • Wheelchair access • Gardens for residents • Residents Kitchenette • Phone Point in own room/Mobile • Television point in own room

Hillview Lodge

23 Old Mountfield Road, Omagh BT79 7EL. Phone: +44 28 8225 1222

Person in charge: Julie Taylor (Manager)

Hillview Lodge is a private nursing home with 76 en-suite rooms.

Registered Care Categories*: Dementia • Old Age • Physical Disability • Younger Adults

Specialist Care Categories: Alzheimer’s • Anorexia/Bulimia/Self Harming • Bipolar/Manic Depression • Cancer Care • Cerebral Palsy • Challenging Behaviour • Colitis & Crohn’s Disease • Epilepsy • Head/Brain Injury • Hearing Impairment • Huntington’s Disease • Motor Neurone Disease • Multiple Sclerosis • Neuropathic • Orthopaedic • Parkinson’s Disease • Schizophrenia • Speech Impairment • Visual Impairment

Facilities & Services: Palliative Care • Day Care • Respite Care • Convalescent Care • Sheltered Housing • Separate Dementia Care Unit • Own GP if required • Own Furniture if required • Close to Local shops • Near Public Transport • Minibus or other transport • Lift • Wheelchair access • Gardens for residents • Residents Kitchenette • Television point in own room

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HR Advisor for Omagh Healthcare Companies

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Springlawn Group and Glen Caring are sister healthcare organisations based in Omagh who are seeking to recruit an enthusiastic and experienced HR Advisor.  The Springlawn Group of Nursing Homes has 5 residential nursing homes in the Omagh area. Glen Caring is a social care agency operating across the Northern and Western Trust region. 

Job Title  Human Resources Advisor 
Reports to  Human Resources Manager 
Working Hours  9-5, Monday to Friday  
Location  Based in Omagh; travelling as and when required to other offices 
Closing Date & Time  Friday 28th September @ 5pm  
Salary 

  

 Circa £24,000 per annum 

 We are seeking an experienced HR Advisor to join the combined HR team. The role covers responsibilities for all aspects of Human Resources including recruitment, retention, succession planning, performance management, employee relations, policy development, organisational change and CPD. 

HR Advisor Responsibilities

  • To be responsible for all HR processes and procedures throughout the company including recruitment, selection and retention, induction, compliance and policies, performance management, training and development.  
  • To provide legal advice to the managers on any employment regulation up-dates, HR processes or staffing issues.  
  • Understand and ensure full implementation of policies and procedures.  
  • Establish priorities, work independently and work without direct supervision on all routine matters. 
  • To ensure that we are fully compliant, up-to-date and all staff are aware of relevant policies and regulations  
  • Ensure all staff receive the mandatory training at induction and throughout the year 
  • Manage the overall processes for external and internal Recruitment and Selection 
  • Create and continually improve offer letters and contracts of employment 
  •  Manage the collation of references, DBS and NISCC registration relevant to each role.   
  • Continually review legislation to ensure all policies and procedures are compliant 
  • Monitor staff turnover, complete exist interviews and advise general manager on issues associated 
  • Manage the company’s internal training program 
  • Oversee absence management  
  • Oversee all performance management processes across the company for the Appraisal cycle, records of interviews, target achievements, training and continuous professional development of employees 
  • Advise area managers with any investigation, disciplinary or grievances in accordance with employment law. 
  • Oversee the budget for the employee engagement program 
  • Provide support to line managers on leadership responsibilities 
  • Report on the annual employee engagement survey to ensure feedback from employees is collated and interpreted correctly to help improve employee engagement 
  • Drive alignment between HR strategy and business goals. 
  • Assist with annual inspections carried out by RQIA and any other healthcare body 
  • Support change management processes. 
  • Become a fully integrated member of the team and assist colleagues when necessary 
  • Any other tasks or duties deemed necessary by management 

HR Advisor Person Specification

Essential Qualifications & Skills: 

  • CIPD qualification or other HR related degree
  • Experience of providing HR advice and guidance to managers/directors on a range of HR issues.
  • Excellent PC skills across all Microsoft Packages.
  • A sound knowledge of current Employment law.
  • Ability to build strong relationships with fellow members of staff using excellent interpersonal skills
  • Ability to work unsupervised
  • Excellent communication and negotiation skills

Desirable: 

  • 2-3 years HR experience in Healthcare, Hospitality or Retail Industry

How To Apply for HR Advisor Post

To apply for this HR Advisor vacancy please forward an up-to-date CV and covering letter for the attention of Mrs Leah Ormsby via: 

Closing date for this vacancy is 5.00pm on Friday 28th September 2018. 

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