**Job Title: Clinical Lead Nurse (RGN / RMN / RNLD)**
**Location:** Stockton-on-Tees TS17
**Salary:** £21.55 per hour
**Job Type:** Full-time, 38.5 hours per week
**Are you an experienced Senior Nurse or Deputy Manager ready to step into a pivotal Clinical Lead role?**
We are a well-regarded **care home** in Stockton-on-Tees seeking a dedicated **Clinical Lead** to provide outstanding clinical leadership and ensure the highest standards of care for our residents. This is a fantastic opportunity for a **Registered Nurse (RGN, RMN, RNLD)** with strong **nursing home** experience to advance their career in a supportive environment.
If you are a confident **Staff Nurse** with leadership qualities and a valid **NMC Pin**, we encourage you to apply.
**About the Role: Clinical Lead**
As the **Clinical Lead**, you will be the clinical expert within the home, working closely with the **Deputy Manager** and care team to oversee and deliver exceptional **elderly care**. You will ensure all **clinical** governance and care standards are met, leading by example on the floor.
**Key Responsibilities:**
* Provide strong clinical leadership, supervision, and mentorship to the nursing and care teams.
* Conduct comprehensive assessments and develop, implement, and evaluate personalised care plans.
* Lead and manage all **medication rounds**, ensuring strict adherence to NMC guidelines and policies.
* Work autonomously, using your initiative to manage the clinical day-to-day operations effectively.
* Act as a role model for evidence-based practice in **nursing, dementia, and elderly care**.
* Work in partnership with the **Deputy Manager** to maintain high standards of care and compliance.
* Uphold the highest standards of clinical governance, infection control, and record-keeping.
**What We Offer:**
* **Attractive Salary:** £21.55 per hour salary package that reflects your skills and experience.
* **Professional Growth:** A clear career progression path towards roles like **Deputy Manager** or **Home Manager**.
* **Supportive Culture:** Work within a collaborative and forward-thinking team.
* **Full-Time Hours:** A stable, full-time contract with day shifts.
**Candidate Requirements (Essential):**
* Must hold a valid **NMC Pin** (**RGN, RMN, or RNLD**).
* A minimum of **3 years** of post-qualification experience as a **Registered Nurse**.
* Proven experience in a senior **clinical** role within a **nursing home** or **care home** setting.
* Extensive experience leading and managing **medication rounds**.
* The ability to work autonomously and demonstrate strong leadership without direct supervision.
* In-depth knowledge of **elderly care**, dementia care, and CQC standards.
**How to Apply:**
If you are an experienced **Clinical Lead**, **Senior Staff Nurse**, **Ward Sister**, or **Deputy Manager** looking for a new challenge, and you meet the essential criteria, we would love to hear from you.
Please click **'Apply Now'** to submit your CV and application through Indeed.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Work Location: In person