Job IntroductionRegistered Charge NurseJob SummaryAs a Charge Nurse, you will provide clinical oversight for the nursing home, ensuring safe, high-quality care for supported people with ABI and complex needs. This includes developing and monitoring support plans, conducting risk assessments, supporting clinical decision-making, and leading the nursing team. You will act as a role model, providing mentorship, guidance, and leadership during shifts.Key ResponsibilitiesClinical OversightDevelop, review, and update support plans and risk assessments tailored to each persons needs.Oversee and guide clinical decision-making, ensuring adherence to best practices and regulations.Monitor supported peoples health status, responding promptly to changes and coordinating care with multidisciplinary teams.Leadership and Shift ManagementLead and manage nursing staff during shifts, ensuring proper delegation and effective teamwork.Ensure staff are supported to deliver compassionate, person-centred care.Conduct daily handovers to ensure continuity and accuracy of care information.Staff Development and ComplianceProvide mentorship, training, and support to nursing and care staff, fostering professional growth.Ensure all team members comply with care standards, policies, and regulatory requirements.Promote a culture of safety, dignity, and respect for support people and staff.Support the service with training and carrying out competencies where required.Supported Person and Family SupportBuild positive relationships with supported people and their families, ensuring open communication.Advocate for supported people, supporting their independence, dignity, and quality of life.Administrative DutiesMaintain accurate documentation of care, incidents, and updates in supported peoples records.Have oversight of the quality of support plans and risk assessments, ensuring they are consistent and accurateEnsure named nurses are maintaining records and support plans to a high standard.Ensure Mental Capacity Assessments, consent, decision making are properly carried out.Ensure all clinical incidents are followed up with and investigated as required with outcomes and lessons learned logged and shared.Participate in audits, inspections, and quality improvement initiatives.Assist with staffing schedules, recruitment, and appraisals as required.Work HoursSchedule: Shifts, including weekends. Includes a mix of direct nursing and administrative shifts.Skills and QualificationsEssential:Registered Nurse (RN) with active PIN.Minimum of 3 years’ experience in a clinical setting, with prior leadership or supervisory experience preferred.Strong knowledge of ABI and complex care needs.Exceptional and proven leadership, organisational, and problem-solving skills.Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.Basic Life Support (BLS) and Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certifications.Preferred:Experience in a nursing home or long-term care setting.Additional certifications related to ABI, mental health, or complex care.##NR