Clinical Lead Nurse

RCH Care Homes Limited; Milton; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Woodlands Care Centre is seeking an experienced Clinical Lead Nurse to join the team and provide clinical leadership across nursing and care staff. The role focuses on delivering high-quality, person-centered care and maintaining regulatory compliance to ensure residents enjoy a safe and dignified experience.

The successful candidate will oversee assessments, care planning, medication management and governance, while leading a multidisciplinary team and promoting continuous improvement in care

Qualifications

• Current registration with the NMC.
• A recognised nursing qualification (RGN or RMN, as appropriate to the service).
• Experience in a nursing or residential care home, ideally in a senior clinical or leadership position.
• Strong clinical assessment, decision-making and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication, organisational and leadership abilities.
• A sound understanding of safeguarding, medication management, infection control and clinical governance.
• The ability to lead, motivate and develop a multidisciplinary team.
• A compassionate, professional and resident-focused approach.
• A commitment to continuous professional development and improving care quality.

Responsibilities

• Provide clinical leadership to nurses and care staff.
• Oversee clinical assessments, care planning, risk assessments and regular reviews.
• Monitor residents' health conditions and escalate concerns appropriately.
• Ensure safe administration, storage and management of medications.
• Promote infection control, wound care, nutrition, hydration and falls prevention.
• Support staff recruitment, induction, training, supervision and performance development.
• Conduct clinical audits and contribute to quality improvement.
• Ensure compliance with CQC, the NMC Code and legislation.

Skills

NMC registration

Leadership

Clinical governance

Infection control

Medication management

Communication

Staff development

Nursing leadership

Education

Nursing qualification (RGN/RMN)

Job description

Woodlands Care Centre are seeking an experienced Clinical Lead, to work with the team.

About the Role

We are seeking a compassionate, motivated and experienced Clinical Lead Nurse to join our dedicated team within our care home. This is an exciting opportunity for a committed nursing professional to lead clinical practice, support the delivery of high-quality person-centred care, and promote the health, dignity, independence and wellbeing of our residents.

The successful candidate will provide clinical leadership to the nursing and care teams, ensuring the highest standards of care, compliance with regulatory requirements, and a positive experience for residents, families and colleagues.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide effective clinical leadership, guidance and support to nurses and care staff.
• Ensure the delivery of safe, effective, compassionate and person-centred care.
• Oversee clinical assessments, care planning, risk assessments and regular reviews.
• Monitor residents' health conditions, identify changes in health and escal[...]concerns appropriately.
• Ensure the safe administration, storage and management of medication in line with relevant policies and procedures.
• Promote best practice in infection prevention and control, wound care, nutrition, hydration and falls prevention.
• Support the management of clinical incidents, complaints, safeguarding concerns and investigations.
• Maintain accurate, up-to-date clinical records and ensure appropriate documentation.
• Work collaboratively with GPs, multidisciplinary teams, residents and their families.
• Support staff recruitment, induction, training, supervision and performance development.
• Conduct clinical audits and contribute to continuous quality improvement.
• Ensure compliance with CQC standards, the NMC Code and relevant legislation and professional guidance.
• Promote a positive, supportive and accountable culture across the home.

About You

• Current registration with the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC).
• A recognised nursing qualification (RGN or RMN, as appropriate to the service).
• Experience in a nursing or residential care home, ideally in a senior clinical or leadership position.
• Strong clinical assessment, decision-making and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication, organisational and leadership abilities.
• A sound understanding of safeguarding, medication management, infection control and clinical governance.
• The ability to lead, motivate and develop a multidisciplinary team.
• A compassionate, professional and resident-focused approach.
• A commitment to continuous professional development and improving care quality.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary, reflective of experience and qualifications.
• A supportive management team and positive working environment.
• Opportunities for training, professional development and career progression.
• The opportunity to make a meaningful difference to residents' lives.
• Employee wellbeing support and additional benefits, depending on the home.