Peripatetic Nurse (RGN/RMN) - Bank - Care Home

Organization: Barchester Healthcare (Sherwood Court Care Home) via Supportive Bridge Staffing Agency

Location: Sherwood Court Care Home, Sherwood Way, Preston, Lancashire, PR2 9GA (with regional travel)

Job Type: Bank / Casual (Flexible working, Days or Nights available)

Hourly Pay: £24.00 per hour

Application Closing Date: 6 September 2026

Job Introduction

Embrace an exciting, travel-rich leadership opportunity where you can bring your clinical excellence and mentoring skills across our regional care homes!

Supportive Bridge Staffing Agency is proud to partner with Barchester Healthcare to recruit a skilled and dynamic Bank Peripatetic Nurse (RGN/RMN) based out of Sherwood Court Care Home in Preston.

Offering true schedule flexibility to cover shifts and travel across the region as needed, this is an empowering role for an ambitious nurse looking to champion high clinical standards, lead multi-disciplinary teams, and develop their career with one of the UK's leading healthcare providers.

About the Role

As a Bank Peripatetic Nurse, you’ll travel across your region to deliver top-tier clinical care and leadership. Key responsibilities include:

Team Leadership: Leading multi-disciplinary teams on each shift and at every location to ensure residents receive the highest standard of care.
Resident Integration & Care Planning: Overseeing new resident admissions, ensuring smooth transitions, and developing tailored care plans and detailed risk assessments.
Clinical Excellence: Driving best practices in the safe administration of medicines, regulatory compliance (NMC and Royal Pharmaceutical guidelines), and mentoring team members.

About You

We are looking for a dedicated and influential clinical leader who meets the following criteria:

Registration & Qualifications: Current NMC registration as a Registered Nurse (RGN/RMN) alongside a teaching, mentoring, or supervision qualification.
Knowledge & Experience: Strong, up-to-date clinical knowledge with a successful track record in care planning, risk assessment, and regulatory frameworks.
Attributes: Ambitious, adaptable, excellent communication skills, and a motivational can-do approach that inspires care teams across different locations.

Why Join Barchester Healthcare?

Competitive hourly pay (£24.00 per hour) with true schedule flexibility
Comprehensive free training, learning, and professional development opportunities
A supportive, values-driven environment where your clinical autonomy and regional impact are truly valued