Company Overview
St Judes is a family run Nursing Home located within walking distance to. We provide compassionate elderly and mental health care, including end-of-life support, in a warm and welcoming environment. Our mission is to maintain a happy home for both our residents and staff through dedicated service and community engagement.
Summary
'Clinical Lead Nurse' position based in at St Judes Nursing Home offers an exciting opportunity to lead our nursing team. You will play a vital role in ensuring high-quality patient care and supporting our residents’ well-being while upholding the values of compassion and professionalism.
Responsibilities
- Clinical Oversight & Governance
- Provide clinical leadership and ensure high standards of care across the home or service.
- Develop, implement, and monitor clinical policies, protocols, and guidelines.
- Ensure care delivery aligns with regulatory standards, professional best practice, and legal requirements.
- Conduct regular audits to maintain quality, safety, and compliance.
- Resident Care & Health Management
- Oversee assessment, care planning, and delivery of resident health needs.
- Support staff in managing complex clinical cases, long-term conditions, and end-of-life care.
- Monitor clinical outcomes and intervene to improve care quality.
- Staff Leadership & Development
- Provide guidance, supervision, and mentorship to nursing, care staff.
- Conduct training sessions on clinical procedures, medication administration, infection control, and safeguarding.
- Lead professional development and ensure staff maintain professional registration and competencies.
- Promote a culture of continuous learning, accountability, and reflective practice.
- Medication & Treatment Management
- Oversee safe administration, storage, and documentation of medications.
- Review medication policies and ensure compliance with relevant legislation.
- Support staff in managing residents’ treatment plans and liaise with GPs, specialists, and pharmacists.
- Safeguarding & Risk Management
- Lead safeguarding initiatives, ensuring staff are aware of procedures and risks.
- Investigate clinical incidents, accidents, and near misses, and implement corrective actions.
- Ensure risk assessments are completed and regularly reviewed for all residents.
- Qualifications
- Registered Nurse qualification with valid registration.
- Proven experience in nursing home or elderly care settings.
- Strong leadership and team management skills.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
- Knowledge of dementia, Alzheimer’s, and end-of-life care.
- Ability to work under pressure and adapt to changing needs.
- Commitment to high standards of patient safety and quality of care.
- Desirable: ICU or hospice experience.
- Call-To-Action
Join our dedicated team at St Judes Nursing Home where your expertise makes a real difference. If you are passionate about leading compassionate elderly care, we’d love to hear from you—become part of our caring family today!'
Pay: £25.50 per hour
Benefits:
- Free parking
- On-site parking
Work Location: In person
