Deputy Manager Clinical Lead

Orchid Healthcare; Cowley; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Cowley is seeking a Deputy Manager to assist in delivering high-quality nursing care for elderly residents, including those with dementia. The ideal candidate must be a qualified nurse with substantial experience and a passion for elderly care. This permanent position offers a competitive salary and requires strong leadership and communication skills.

Qualifications

• Qualified nurse (RGN) with the NMC PIN required.
• Excellent communication skills are essential.
• Previous experience in a Deputy Manager role is mandatory.
• Minimum 5 years of hands-on nursing experience required.
• Must have a passion for elderly and dementia care.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Manager in planning and implementing high-quality nursing care.
• Manage and motivate a team of nurses and carers.
• Communicate effectively to provide outstanding care.

Skills

Qualified nurse (RGN) with the NMC PIN

Excellent communication skills

Previous experience in a Deputy Manager role

Minimum 5 years hands-on nursing experience

Passion for elderly and dementia care

Job description

Overview

Location: Exeter | Salary: up to £50,000 per annum | Role: Deputy Manager / Deputy Matron / Clinical Deputy Home Manager

Industry: Nursing Home | Care focus: Elderly Care

Contract: Permanent | Hours: 40 hours per week | Shift pattern: Alternate weekends

CQC rating: Good | Home size: Small nursing home for the elderly | Immediate interviews

Job reference: 19483

Responsibilities

• Assist the Manager in planning and implementing the highest quality of nursing care for the home’s frail elderly residents, some of whom may have dementia.
• Manage and motivate a team of nurses and carers to ensure the smooth running of the home.
• Communicate effectively and demonstrate a passion for providing outstanding care.

Skills / Qualifications

• Qualified nurse (RGN) with the NMC PIN
• Excellent communication skills
• Previous experience in a Deputy Manager role is essential
• Minimum 5 years hands-on nursing experience
• Passion for elderly and dementia care

Job Requirements

• Work autonomously and independently while building strong relationships with management and care staff
• Maintain and assess the home’s high-quality care
• Organise and motivate carers to deliver excellent standards of care
• Assist in inductions and orientations of new care staff
• Uphold the home’s reputation as a recognised centre of excellence
• Liaise with other healthcare professionals and the multi-disciplinary team
• Administrative duties

Possible alternative titles: Deputy Matron / Assistant Manager / Unit Lead / Clinical Lead / Nurse Manager / Nurse Lead

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