Team Lead

Time Recruitment Solutions Ltd; Lancashire; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare staffing agency is seeking a Nurse Team Leader for a role in Chorley. The position involves leading a nursing team and providing excellent patient care, particularly for individuals living with dementia. Candidates must have prior experience in nursing leadership and a strong understanding of patient care practices. This role offers competitive pay with enhanced overtime and additional benefits.

Benefits

Competitive salary with enhanced overtime rates

Free parking

Health & wellbeing programme

Discounted or free meals

Referral programme

Qualifications

• Experience in dementia care with residents having complex needs.
• Proven leadership in a nursing or healthcare setting.
• Strong understanding of care practices and anatomy.

Responsibilities

• Manage and lead a team of nursing professionals.
• Oversee development of individualized care plans.
• Monitor performance of nursing staff and offer feedback.
• Ensure compliance with healthcare regulations and policies.

Skills

Team Leadership

Patient Care Coordination

Nursing Principles

Communication Skills

Education

Nurse Qualified

Job description

Overview

Job Title: Nurse Team Leader
Location: Chorley
Salary: £20.36 per hour (with enhanced overtime rate of £28.36 per hour)
Hours: 36 hours per week (Day Shifts, 8am-8pm)
Contract Type: 12-month Fixed-Term Contract (with potential for extension or permanent role)

Responsibilities

• Team Leadership: Manage, motivate, and lead a team of nursing professionals, providing support and guidance in day-to-day operations.
• Patient Care Coordination: Oversee the development and delivery of individualised care plans, ensuring timely and effective patient interventions.
• Staff Supervision: Monitor and assess the performance of nursing staff, offering constructive feedback and ensuring ongoing professional development.
• Multidisciplinary Collaboration: Work alongside other healthcare professionals to ensure comprehensive care for patients, especially those with complex needs such as dementia.
• Compliance: Ensure adherence to all relevant healthcare regulations, policies, and best practices in patient care delivery.
• Documentation: Accurately record patient assessments, interventions, and progress to maintain high standards of care.
• Communication: Act as a key point of contact between patients, their families, and healthcare providers to address concerns and enhance patient satisfaction.
• Quality Improvement: Contribute to continuous quality improvement initiatives, aiming to elevate the standard of care and outcomes within the unit.

Essential Qualifications & Experience

• Prior experience in dementia care, including working with residents with complex needs, is essential. - Nurse Qualified
• Proven experience in leading teams within a nursing or healthcare setting.
• Strong understanding of nursing principles, anatomy, and patient care practices.
• Ability to remain calm and professional in a fast-paced, often challenging environment.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills.

Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate will be passionate about delivering person-centred care, particularly for individuals living with dementia. You should be comfortable leading by example, mentoring junior staff, and helping to shape the direction of patient care within your team. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced nurse looking to develop their leadership skills while having a meaningful impact on the quality of care provided.

Benefits

• Competitive salary with enhanced overtime rates
• Free parking and on-site parking available
• Health & wellbeing programme to support your personal and professional health
• Discounted or free meals on site
• Referral programme - earn bonuses by recommending qualified staff

For further information or to arrange an interview please contact Amanda at Time Recruitment