ID - 84Position: Clinical Lead NurseSalary: £40,000/ annumShift Pattern: FT Day 24 hrs clinical & 12 hrs SupernumeraryLocation: Canterbury CT2Job PurposeTo provide clinical leadership and oversight within the nursing home, ensuring the delivery of high-quality, safe, and person-centred care. The Clinical Lead Nurse is responsible for maintaining clinical standards, supporting and developing the nursing and care teams, and ensuring compliance with NMC standards, CQC regulations, and organisational policies.Key ResponsibilitiesClinical LeadershipLead and oversee all clinical practice within the homeAct as a clinical role model, promoting best practice and evidence-based careSupport nurses in clinical decision-making and escalation of concernsEnsure effective clinical handovers and continuity of careDeputise for the Registered Manager as requiredResident Care & Clinical GovernanceOversee comprehensive assessments, care planning, and risk managementMonitor residents’ physical and mental health, ensuring timely escalation and reviewEnsure safe medicines management in line with NMC guidance and company policyLead on wound care, pressure ulcer prevention, and infection controlOversee end-of-life care, ensuring dignity and compassionStaff Management & DevelopmentSupervise, mentor, and support Registered Nurses and senior care staffSupport induction, preceptorship, and ongoing competency assessmentsIdentify training needs and support professional developmentManage clinical performance, conduct supervision, and support appraisalsCompliance, Quality & SafeguardingEnsure compliance with CQC Fundamental Standards and internal auditsLead clinical audits and implement quality improvement plansAct as a safeguarding lead, escalating concerns appropriatelyEnsure accurate documentation and record-keeping at all timesManage and investigate incidents, complaints, and near missesCommunication & MDT WorkingLiaise with GPs, district nurses, therapists, pharmacists, and other professionalsCommunicate effectively with residents and families, providing reassurance and informationParticipate in MDT meetings and external reviewsPerson SpecificationEssentialRegistered Nurse RGN / RMN / RNLD with a valid NMC PINSignificant post-registration experience in a nursing home or similar settingStrong knowledge of CQC regulations, safeguarding, and clinical governanceProven leadership and people management skillsExcellent communication, organisation, and documentation skillsDesirablePrevious experience as a Clinical Lead, Deputy Manager, or Senior NurseExperience leading audits and quality improvement initiativesKnowledge of dementia care and end-of-life care pathwaysValues & BehavioursResident-centred and compassionateProfessional, accountable, and confidentSupportive and approachable leaderCommitted to continuous improvement and high standards of care