Clinical Lead / Nurse Manager - Dorchester, Dorset

Clinical Lead Nurse - Nursing Home (RGN/RMN)

Location: Dorchester, Dorset

Salary: Circa £50,000

We are looking for a passionate Clinical Lead Nurse or Nursing Home Deputy Manager to lead our dedicated team and ensure exceptional care for residents. Offering a competitive salary and excellent career development opportunities, this is a great chance for a senior nurse to step up.

About the Role

As a Clinical Lead Nurse, you will oversee clinical care, manage a team of nurses, and ensure the home consistently meets CQC standards. This role is ideal for an experienced Senior Nurse or Nurse Manager seeking a clinical lead or deputy manager position.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the clinical care team, ensuring high standards of care and regulatory compliance.
• Oversee care plans, clinical assessments, and medication management to ensure residents receive the best care possible.
• Provide mentorship and support to the nursing team, ensuring professional development and high quality care delivery.
• Take responsibility for CQC compliance and ensure the home is inspection ready at all times.
• Work closely with the Nursing Home Deputy Manager and senior management to drive quality improvements and operational success.
• Manage staff rotas, ensuring effective staffing levels and continuity of care.

About You

• Registered Nurse (RGN or RMN) with valid NMC registration.
• Previous experience as a Nursing Home Deputy Manager, Clinical Lead, Senior Nurse, or Nurse Manager is highly desirable.
• Strong leadership abilities with experience in team management, staff development, and care planning.
• Excellent understanding of CQC regulations and the ability to maintain high standards of clinical care.
• Passionate about nursing home care, committed to improving the lives of residents, and ready to take on a Clinical Lead role.
• Ability to collaborate with the Nurse Manager and other leadership team members to enhance the home's care service.

Salary and Benefits

• Competitive salary of circa £50,000 per year.
• Full-time, permanent position.
• Exceptional career development opportunities for experienced Senior Nurses, Clinical Leads, and Nurse Managers.
• Comprehensive benefits package, including pension, healthcare, and generous annual leave.
• Opportunity to work in one of Dorchester's top nursing homes, known for its outstanding reputation.

Why Join Us

• Part of a leading nursing home in Dorchester, offering high quality care in a supportive, professional environment.
• Fantastic career development and training opportunities for a Senior Nurse aiming for a Clinical Lead or Nurse Manager position.
• Opportunity to take a Nursing Home Deputy Manager role for those with leadership aspirations.
• Join an exceptional team dedicated to providing the highest standard of care for residents.

How to Apply

If you are an RGN or RMN looking to develop your career as a Clinical Lead Nurse or Nursing Home Deputy Manager, we want to hear from you. Apply today to join one of Dorchester's most respected care homes.