Care Home Practice Link Nurse
| Posting date: | 13 January 2026 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | Not specified |
| Additional salary information: | Negotiable |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 15 February 2026 |
| Location: | Scarborough, YO11 1UB |
| Company: | NHS Jobs |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | A1803-26-0001 |
Summary
Job Summary You will be a Registered Nurse, responsible for delivering high-quality nursing care for residents in aligned care and nursing homes. The aim of this role is to minimise hospital admissions by ensuring timely care reviews and support efficient, patient-centred care planning. This role involves assessing, planning, and coordinating the healthcare needs of residents, providing clinical advice and education to care home staff, and supporting the integration of care. You will work closely with the practice clinical teams to ensure that appropriate care is provided. You must work at all times within your own competence and professional code of conduct as regulated by the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC). You should use your own judgement, knowledge and common sense in your day-to-day activities. Care Home Link Nurse Responsibilities Act as the primary point of contact for aligned care homes building effective working relationships with care home staff, residents and families. Lead and coordinate multidisciplinary team (MDT) reviews. Develop and update personalised care and support plans. Conduct comprehensive nursing assessments, including for long-term conditions and frailty. Identify, diagnose, and manage treatment plans for at-risk patients. Support patients and carers with treatment adherence and health promotion. Respond to urgent or emergency situations and initiate appropriate care. Identify and manage early signs of health deterioration. Implement and support vaccination and immunisation programmes. Assess and refer patients with mental health needs as per guidelines. Communicate sensitively and effectively with patients, carers, and colleagues. Collaborate with GPs and primary care professionals to manage caseloads. Make informed decisions about care pathways and resource deployment Actively contribute to the primary care team, including service improvement and research. Lead on prevention and early intervention initiatives. Undertake clinical duties as directed such as wound care, immunisations, chronic disease management, and phlebotomy whererequired. Deliver proactive care, including health promotion and preventative healthcare for residents. Liase with and refer to the appropriate services for ongoing patient care management. Contribute to audits and quality improvement projects aimed at enhancing care for care home residents. Business Responsibilities Gather statistics and information as required. Undertake assigned tasks, project support, or development. Maintain accurate documentation and records using IT as per Haxby Group protocol. Follow agreed policies and protocols, seeking guidance from Team Leaders and Managers if required. Promote service uptake within the community. Uphold and promote Haxby Group's ethos and culture. Ensure resource rationalisation. Assist in expanding the business's professional offerings. Attend in-house governance, educational, and staff meetings. Plan, develop, and support new working processes to enhance quality. Train staff for optimal performance. Build and maintain relationships with other healthcare professionals and external bodies. Always behave professionally.