Southwoods Nursing Home

Southwoods Nursing Home has been established in Northallerton for many years, and many of our committed staff have worked here for a decade or more. Our residents benefit from healthcare from experienced carers and nurses who have built close working relationships of mutual trust with them, and the Home provides a warm, homely atmosphere in which to live.

Staff

Our manager is a registered general nurse (RGN) . There are an appropriate number of RGNs in the Home who provide 24 hour nurse cover. The RGNs are supported by a team of carers, senior carers, ancillary staff and an administrator who oversees the financial operation of the home.

All the staff have experience caring for people with a range of co-morbidities. The registered manager and all nursing staff are appropriately qualified and registered with the Nursing & Midwifery Council (NMC).

Staff performance will be monitored in accordance with current guidelines. Training, appraisals and supervisions will be provided for all members of staff to maintain our high standards and good practice. New staff are employed using a stringent recruitment procedure that involves interviews, reference collection and DBS checks.

Model Of Care

We believe that people need to feel content and secure – physically, mentally, socially, emotionally and spiritually.

Our Mission Statement

We at Southwoods are committed to:

Providing the best person-centred care

Providing a safe, warm and friendly environment

Encouraging the independence of our residents and promoting their dignity, choice and rights

Ensuring our residents enjoy a good, fulfilling quality of life

Providing excellent quality meals adapted to suit dietary requirements

Encouraging our residents’ potential and contribution

Deliver on all individual, spiritual and social needs of our residents

Providing a “Home from Home” atmosphere

Supporting our staff to fulfil their potential

Working hard to continuously improve our service