Clinical Lead Nurse

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

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.

• 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 escalated 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.

• 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.

• 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.