Clinical Lead Nurse

Job Description

Clinical Lead Nurse

Hours: Predominately Mon-Fri however occasional weekends may be required to meet the requirements of the role including supervisions to staff that may only work on a weekend.

Salary: £55,000 - £60,000

We are seeking a compassionate and experienced Clinical Lead Nurse to join our client's dedicated team in providing high-quality care to elderly residents in their nursing home. As a key member of their nursing staff, the Clinical Lead will play a crucial role in ensuring the delivery of person-centred care and maintaining the highest standards of clinical practice for older adults in a nursing home setting.

• This is a supervisory / compliance role - you do not need to work on the floor but MUST be a qualified nurse.
• Applicant must have managerial / senior experience in a nursing home.

Qualifications

• Registered General Nurse (Adult) qualification with a valid UK NMC Pin.
• Proven experience in a nursing role within a nursing home or elderly care setting, with a focus on older adults.
• Demonstrated leadership abilities, with strong communication and interpersonal skills tailored to older adults.
• Sound understanding of regulatory requirements and best practices in elderly care for older adults in a nursing home setting.
• Ability to prioritize and manage workload effectively in a fast-paced environment while catering to the needs of older adults.

Benefits:

• Benefits app - access to discounts across cinemas, restaurants and high street shops!
• Employee assistance programme
• Monthly rewards
• Life insurance
• Competitive pension scheme
• Progression and training opportunities

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and guidance to the nursing team, ensuring efficient and effective coordination of care for elderly residents in the nursing home.
• Conduct regular assessments and develop individualized care plans in collaboration with the multidisciplinary team, residents, and families, taking into account the specific needs of older adults.
• Oversee medication management, ensuring adherence to protocols and that residents receive prescribed medications on time and in the appropriate manner, considering the unique requirements of older adults.
• Implement and monitor infection control measures to uphold the safety and well-being of older residents and staff in the nursing home.
• Act as a clinical resource, providing support, mentorship, and training to staff, driving continuous improvement in clinical practices for older adults in a nursing home setting.
• Foster a supportive and inclusive environment, promoting diversity, equality, and inclusion within the nursing home care setting for older adults.

Reference: WILL79766/AP

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