On-Site Care
Temporary
County Durham
About the Nurse job in County Durham
If you’re a Nurse in County Durham, this job role offers genuine flexibility and the chance to support people who depend on high‑quality, day‑to‑day care. You’ll bring clinical judgment and compassion to residents and service users across a variety of needs.
We have shifts across hospitals, care homes, clinics, home‑care and live‑in placements, letting you shape your week around the environments you enjoy most, perfect for balancing family life, study or additional commitments.
Our onboarding is streamlined and supportive, helping you begin in as little as 48 hours (subject to compliance), so you can start making a difference quickly.
What we offer
- Competitive weekly pay, reaching up to the equivalent of £37.03/hr
- Flexible rota options designed to suit your preferred work‑life balance
- Steady placement availability throughout County Durham
- Enhanced rates during bank holidays
- Pension contributions provided
- Incentives available for referring new carers
- Free scrubs and a personalised ID badge
- Training delivered without any cost to you
- Managers available day and night for support
- A workplace culture that prioritises wellbeing, respect and ongoing development
What you'll do
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Lead person‑centred care
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Administer meds (MAR/eMAR)
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Monitor/escalate changes
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Notes & handovers accurate
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Suitable for those looking for Nurse jobs in County Durham
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IPC & safety compliance
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Personal care & mobility
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Meals and hydration oversight
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Champion dignity/independence
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Liaise with families/MDT
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Mentor junior carers
What you'll bring
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UK Nurse experience (12+ months) in care homes/facilities
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NMC PIN held and maintained
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Compassionate, patient and professional
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Clear communicator with accurate record‑keeping
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Self‑motivated, reliable, confident to work alone or in teams
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Comfortable supporting diverse needs across shifts
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Strong advocate for person‑centred care
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Specialist/complex experience beneficial
Apply today
To apply for this Nurse role, along with other similar opportunities we’re offering in County Durham, please take a moment to complete the application form on this page. Be sure to include your CV so we can review your background thoroughly.
Please note we do not sponsor visas.
What happens after I apply?
- Complete the form on this page to begin
- Our team reviews and shares a link to create a secure online account
- Input your information and set your preferred shifts
- Wrap up registration and compliance in the portal
- Get applying for shifts, often within 48 hours (subject to compliance)
About Medicare People
At Medicare People, we specialise in matching caring professionals with Nurse job roles across County Durham and nationwide. We offer competitive pay and a supportive culture that allows senior carers to thrive.
As a nursing agency and employment agency under the Conduct of Employment Agencies and Employment Businesses Regulations 2003, we act on behalf of our clients to source and assess candidates for their roles. Compliance and responsible recruitment are central to how we operate.
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