18 Nursing jobs in Derby

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We are currently seeking a Unit Manager (Band 7) to join our High Dependency Fernwood Unit, at our wonderful Specialist Brain Injury Neurological Care and Rehabilitation Service in Nottingham, located in the town of Hucknall, 7 miles from Nottingham City Centre and just 2 miles from the M1 Motorway. Our specialist centre provides long-term person-centred care and support for adults with either a brain injury or complex neurological condition.

Located in Hucknall on the outskirts of Nottingham, we specialise in the treatment, care and support of individuals aged 18 and over with physical and cognitive impairments as a result of brain injury or other progressive neurological condition. With three distinct, yet complementary services on one site, we offer flexible care options from our specialist on-site team. The site is part of the wider Active Care Group Neuro Network (consisting of 25+ sites) nationally and we focus on the use of clinical expertise, innovation and technology to meet patient’s expectations of rehabilitation goals.

Our clinical team is highly trained in the rehabilitation and care of adults with brain injuries and other neurological conditions. They are supported by three unit managers, activity therapists and a team of housekeeping, catering, maintenance and administration staff. Our services are as follows;

Slow stream rehabilitation (Millwood)

This service is for people who have already undergone rehabilitation and still require further therapy to reach their optimum level of recovery. It is also suitable for those who would find an intensive programme of care fatiguing and would make better progress on a longer less therapy-intensive programme. We provide a range of rehabilitation therapies to help people relearn and practice everyday skills to give them the best chance of a return home.

High Dependency (Fernwood)

Fernwood is our high dependency service where we look after people with particularly complex nursing care needs. Residents may, for example, have tracheostomies, require assisted ventilation or may be minimally conscious. We also care for individuals who may be in the end stage of a

progressive neurological illness.

Residential (Hazelwood)

This service is suitable for people who, as a result of their brain injury, are unable to live at home independently usually because of the high level of nursing care they need. This service is also suitable for those who do not have complex nursing needs or require regular therapy, but still need round the clock support to manage everyday tasks, to keep safe and to have a good quality of life.

What you'll be working:

We can be flexible but you will work a total of 37.5 hours per week Monday to Friday

High Dependency (Fernwood)

*** This is a nurse qualified post ***

What you'll be doing:

Through strong clinical leadership, the Unit Manager will promote excellence in nursing care, maintaining and improving clinical standards.

The post holder will ensure that all residents are treated with compassion, dignity, and respect, valuing the diversity of the local community and beyond.

They will be highly visible and accessible.

The Unit Manager’s key responsibility is to ensure that clinical care is clinically effective, safe, and delivered to the highest standard to their assigned area.

• Clinical Leadership & Standards
• Lead the delivery of high-quality, person-centred nursing care, ensuring compliance with ACG standards, clinical governance frameworks, and national regulations.
• Maintain a visible and accessible leadership presence, supporting colleagues and acting as a role model for professional, safe, and compassionate practice.
• Work collaboratively with the Matron and MDT to maintain and monitor excellent clinical standards and drive continuous improvement in resident care.

Workforce Management & Development

• Oversee the effective rostering and deployment of nursing colleagues, ensuring safe staffing levels, appropriate skill mix, and responsiveness to service needs and acuity.
• Manage colleague performance through regular appraisals, performance reviews, and addressing underperformance or attendance issues in a timely, supportive manner.
• Identify training needs and ensure all mandatory training, clinical competencies, and professional development plans are in place and regularly reviewed.
• Ensure a supportive learning environment for students and new colleagues, and monitor the quality of placements and mentoring within the clinical area.

Safety, Risk & Clinical Governance

• Ensure a safe and clean care environment through proactive leadership in infection prevention, health and safety, and risk management.
• Lead or contribute to incident investigations, including root cause analyses, and implement actions to prevent recurrence and promote organisational learning.
• Promote a culture of safety and openness where colleagues are encouraged to raise concerns, and ensure concerns are acted on through appropriate escalation.

Resident Experience & Advocacy

• Champion dignity, privacy, and respect in all aspects of care, advocating for residents and ensuring their voices influence service delivery and improvement.
• Establish systems for collecting, reviewing, and responding to resident and family feedback to improve the overall care experience.
• Lead regular caseload and care reviews with the MDT, ensuring all care plans are up to date, person-centred, and focused on outcomes.

Statutory Compliance & Safeguarding

• Ensure all actions and documentation comply with the Mental Capacity Act (MCA) and Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards (DoLS), including making timely referrals and maintaining accurate records of assessments and best interest decisions.
• Identify and escalate safeguarding concerns in line with national legislation and ACG policies, and act as a key point of contact in multi-agency safeguarding processes.
• Ensure colleagues are confident and competent in recognising and responding to issues relating to capacity, consent, and deprivation of liberty.

Service Development & Improvement

• Support and lead service improvement initiatives, participating in development programmes that enhance the quality, efficiency, and responsiveness of care.
• Work closely with internal and external partners, including NHS bodies and local authorities, to ensure integrated, seamless care and alignment with national targets.
• Promote innovation in nursing practice and identify opportunities to develop the nursing contribution within the wider service model.

Resource & Financial Management

• Manage nursing resources effectively on a day-to-day basis, including monitoring use of

Position : Unit Manager (RGN, RMN, RNLD)

Care home: Yarningdale

Location : Hollywell Avenue, Codnor, Ripley, DE5 9SG

Contract type : Full time, 42 hours per week on days and nights

Rate : £20.85 per hour

Care home CQC rating : Rated ‘Good’ by CQC

This is an exciting opportunity to use your nursing leadership skills to make a real difference every day. Join us as our new Unit Manager at Yarningdale care home in Ripley.

In this role, you’ll work at a senior level, under the leadership of the Clinical Nurse Manager, to manage a team of nursing and care colleagues, drive quality and maintain high standards of care on your unit.

As a Registered Nurse with us, you’ll be empowered to really make a difference.

Our high staffing levels give you the time to provide truly person-centred nursing care, with a supportive team around you.

And our excellent training and career development pathways support you to be the best Nurse you can be.

About Exemplar Health Care

Yarningdale is part of Exemplar Health Care, one of the country’s leading nursing care providers.

We support adults living with dementia, complex mental health needs and neuro-disabilities including brain injuries and Huntington’s disease.

As well as stable and secure employment opportunities, we offer great benefits and perks, and plenty of opportunities to learn, develop and progress.

About the role

As a Unit Manager with Exemplar Health Care, you’ll be at the forefront of clinical care delivery for the people living on your designated unit.

No two days will ever be the same, but your day-to-day responsibilities will include:

• leading your unit’s care and nursing teams to ensure we meet the medical, physical and emotional needs of the people we support
• providing strong leadership to maintain and continuously develop high standards of care and drive continuous improvement
• overseeing and managing all your unit’s clinical elements and risks
• ensuring care plans and risk assessments are completed and reviewed in a timely manner and reflect care interventions appropriately
• acting as the Named Nurse for residents allocated to you, with responsibility for the oversight, review and update of their care profiles
• the supervision and management of your unit’s ordering, handling, storage, administration, recording and disposal of medication .

Download our job description to read more:

About you

Above all, you’re someone who identifies with our values of fun, integrity, responsiveness, success and teamwork.

You’ll be a natural role model with the ability to manage your unit’s team of Registered Nurses, Nurse Associates and Health Care Assistants.

You’ll also have:

• a thorough understanding of best practice in nursing care
• an excellent range of clinical and communication skills that you’re able to demonstrate
• an enthusiastic approach to encouraging and motivating people
• the ability to work confidently on your own initiative
• a good standard of digital skills.

To apply for this role, you must have a first-level nursing registration with a valid Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) PIN.

As this is a management role, you should also have post-registration and management or supervisory experience and/or training or qualifications.

This is a great opportunity for a Registered Nurse who wants to progress into management.

What we offer

We offer great rewards and perks including:

• excellent supervision, peer support, learning opportunities and career prospects
• retail and lifestyle reward discounts
• free DBS check
• electric car salary sacrifice scheme
• paid NMC membership
• paid access to the RCNi Learning platform
• 24/7 counselling and support
• Blue Light Card eligibility.

How to apply

Sound good? We’d love to hear from you. Click the button to ‘APPLY NOW’.

For an informal chat about joining us, you can call Grace, our Nurse Talent Specialist on or email

Please note, this role is not eligible for sponsorship. Candidates without an existing visa or right to work in the UK are unlikely to be suitable for the post.

• Managing operations within the home in order to reach or exceed goals.
• Ensuring the provision of high-quality care.
• Overseeing the care staff.
• Lead by example to further develop the reputation of the home.

• Previous experience as a Home Manager leading and developing strong teams.
• Nurse qualified with active PIN is essential.
• Passion and drive to always deliver 'outstanding' care.
• Sound knowledge of CQC Regulations and legislation.
• Excellent organisation and planning skills.
• Strong communication skills and relationship building with internal and external stakeholders at all levels.
• Sound business acumen and experience in managing budgets

• Provide specialised nursing care to pediatric patients with a range of medical conditions, ensuring adherence to best practices and clinical guidelines.
• Assess, plan, implement, and evaluate individualized patient care plans in collaboration with the multidisciplinary team.
• Administer medications, treatments, and therapies accurately and safely.
• Educate patients and their families about their conditions, treatment plans, and home care management.
• Monitor patient progress, document observations, and report any changes in condition promptly.
• Operate and monitor specialised medical equipment relevant to pediatric care.
• Advocate for the needs of pediatric patients and their families within the healthcare setting.
• Participate in ward rounds and contribute to care planning discussions.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date patient records in accordance with hospital policies.
• Collaborate effectively with physicians, therapists, and other healthcare professionals to ensure comprehensive patient care.
• Mentor and support junior nursing staff and nursing students.
• Promote a safe and therapeutic environment for children and families.
• Participate in continuing professional development and maintain up-to-date knowledge of pediatric nursing practices.
• Respond effectively to emergencies and critical situations.

• Registered Nurse (RN) qualification with current NMC registration.
• Specialist qualification or significant experience in pediatric nursing (e.g., RSCN or equivalent).
• Minimum of 3 years of post-registration experience in a pediatric setting.
• Proven ability to assess, plan, and evaluate nursing care for children.
• Strong knowledge of common pediatric illnesses, treatments, and developmental stages.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and teamwork skills.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure and manage a varied workload.
• Proficiency in electronic patient record systems.
• Commitment to providing high-quality, patient-centred care.
• Paediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification is desirable.