Clinical Lead, Healthcare

175 Mansfield Road, Sutton-in-Ashfield, NG17 4HG
, UNITED KINGDOM

Please note that we are not currently able to offer visa sponsorship for this role.

Location: Forest Manor Nursing Home, Sutton-in-Ashfield
Hours: 42 hours per week
Contract: Permanent
Salary: £24.00ph

At Forest Manor Nursing Home, we are committed to delivering outstanding, person-centred nursing and residential care in a safe, supportive and welcoming environment. We are looking for an experienced and passionate Clinical Lead (RGN) to join our dedicated team and play a pivotal role in maintaining and enhancing the quality of care provided to our residents.

This is an exciting opportunity for a motivated Clinical Lead who is committed to clinical excellence, staff development and ensuring residents receive the highest standards of care.

As Clinical Lead, you will work closely with the Home Manager to provide strong clinical leadership, oversee clinical governance, and support the delivery of exceptional nursing care throughout the home. You will lead and develop the nursing team, ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, and promote a culture of continuous improvement and best practice.

You will act as a key point of contact for residents, families, healthcare professionals and external agencies, ensuring effective communication and outstanding clinical outcomes for all residents.

Provide clinical leadership and support to the nursing and care teams.

Monitor and maintain high standards of nursing care throughout the home.

Oversee the assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of resident care plans.

Monitor residents' wellbeing and ensure care plans are reviewed and updated in response to changing needs.

Support the Home Manager in implementing company policies, procedures and quality standards.

Lead on clinical governance, audits and quality improvement initiatives.

Manage medication processes, including audits, competency assessments and safe administration practices.

Support and mentor nursing staff, identifying training and development opportunities.

Conduct clinical supervision, competency assessments and performance support for nurses.

Maintain accurate and up-to-date clinical documentation and records.

Liaise effectively with GPs, community teams, hospitals, relatives and other healthcare professionals.

Ensure compliance with CQC regulations, NMC standards, safeguarding requirements and infection prevention procedures.

Promote a positive culture that places residents' dignity, independence, choice and wellbeing at the centre of care delivery.

We're looking for someone who has:

A valid NMC registration as a Registered General Nurse (RGN).

Previous experience in a Senior Nurse, Deputy Manager or Clinical Lead role within a nursing home setting.

Strong knowledge of clinical governance, regulatory compliance and quality assurance.

Experience of leading, mentoring and developing nursing teams.

Excellent clinical assessment and care planning skills.

Strong communication and leadership abilities.

A compassionate, resident-focused approach to care.

The ability to build effective relationships with residents, families and healthcare professionals.

Good organisational skills and the ability to prioritise workloads effectively.

A commitment to delivering high-quality, person-centred care and driving continuous improvement.

Competitive salary .

Bespoke clinical induction programme.

Excellent support from the senior leadership team.

Career progression opportunities within a growing organisation.

Free on-site parking.

Ongoing training, development and clinical support.

A supportive and collaborative working environment.

The opportunity to make a genuine difference in the lives of our residents every day.

• Do you have the legal right to work in UK?
• Do you require a certificate of sponsorship?
• Are you able to work different shift patterns required (including weekends or nights, if applicable)?
• Are you willing to undergo a DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) check?
• Do you hold any relevant qualifications (e.g., NVQ Level 2/3 in Health and Social Care)?
• Have you completed any mandatory training (e.g., safeguarding, manual handling, first aid)?
• Are you registered with any relevant bodies (e.g., NMC for nurses)? (if applicable)
• Do you have experience working in a nursing care or mental health setting?
• Have you supported individuals with mental health conditions, autism, or learning disabilities?
• Can you describe your experience with personal care, medication administration, or challenging behaviours?
• Why are you interested in working in mental health care?
• What do you think makes a good support worker/care worker?
• How do you approach respecting a service user's dignity and independence?
• What is your current notice period?
• Are you looking for full-time or part-time work?
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