Clinical Lead Nurse

Purosearch Ltd; Cardiff; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary package

Training & development

Career progression opportunities

Job summary

Purosearch Ltd in Cardiff is seeking an experienced Clinical Lead Nurse to partner with the Home Manager in delivering exceptional dementia-focused care. The role balances clinical shifts and management hours (roughly 50/50) to ensure the service operates smoothly and safely.

The successful candidate will be a Registered Nurse with an active NMC PIN, have senior dementia care experience and strong leadership, communication and organisational skills to drive continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse with current NMC PIN (RGN/RMN/RNLD).
• Experience in a senior nursing role within dementia or elderly care.

Responsibilities

• Support the Home Manager with operational management of the home.
• Provide clinical leadership to ensure safe, high-quality dementia care.
• Supervise, mentor and develop nursing and care staff; promote a positive team culture.
• Conduct care audits, manage care plans, ensure CIW compliance.
• Build relationships with residents, families and external agencies.
• Assist with staff rota management, recruitment, training and reviews.
• Oversee medication management and best-practice standards.

Skills

RN/RMN/RNLD

NMC PIN

Dementia care

Leadership

Communication

Organisational skills

Problem-solving

Education

Nursing qualification (RGN/RMN/RNLD)

Job description

Clinical Lead Nurse – Dementia Nursing Home

Cardiff

£50,000-£55,000

About the Home

A warm, person-centred dementia-focused nursing home located in Cardiff, dedicated to providing exceptional care and support for our residents.

The home prides itself on a compassionate culture, strong leadership, and a commitment to continuous improvement. The Registered Manager is now looking for an experienced, motivated Clinical Lead Nurse to support them in leading the team, maintain and exceed our clients high standards.

The Role

As Clinical Lead Nurse, you will work closely with the Home Manager to ensure the smooth daily running of the service, providing clinical leadership and supporting staff to deliver outstanding, dignified care.

This role combines clinical expertise with strong leadership and management responsibilities. Your time will be split 50/50 between clinical shifts and management hours.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support the Home Manager with the overall operational management of the home.
• Provide clinical leadership to ensure safe, effective, high-quality nursing care tailored to residents living with dementia.
• Supervise, mentor and develop nursing and care staff, promoting a positive and inclusive team culture.
• Conduct care audits, manage care plans and ensure compliance with CIW standards and internal policies.
• Build strong relationships with residents, families, healthcare professionals and external agencies.
• Assist with staff rota management, recruitment, training, and performance reviews.
• Oversee medication management and ensure best practice clinical standards are met.

About You:

• Registered Nurse (RGN/RMN/RNLD) with current NMC PIN.
• Previous experience in a senior nursing role within a dementia or elderly care setting.
• Strong understanding of dementia care best practice.
• Confident leader with excellent communication, organisational and problem-solving skills.
• Passionate about delivering person-centred care and driving continuous improvement.
• Ability to work autonomously while supporting a collaborative team culture.

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Supportive management team and positive working environment.
• Ongoing training, development and career progression opportunities.
• Opportunities to contribute to service development and quality improvement initiatives.