Job summary As a Care Home Clinical Lead at Barchester, you'll use your compassion and experience to help deliver clinical care to the high standards the organization is known for. You'll be responsible for ensuring the care provided is in line with all regulations, from implementing safeguarding policies to overseeing the creation of care plans. This role will see you using your professional judgement to make critical clinical decisions, manage projects, and evolve care levels to meet residents' needs. Main duties of the job The Care Home Clinical Lead (RGN/RMN) role at Barchester Healthcare involves using your clinical expertise and leadership skills to deliver exceptional care to residents. You'll be responsible for overseeing the implementation of clinical policies, managing the nursing team, and ensuring the provision of person-centered care that meets regulatory standards. This is a hands-on role that requires strong clinical decision-making, project management, and mentoring abilities to drive continuous improvement in the quality of care. About us Barchester Healthcare is a leading provider of residential and nursing care homes in the UK, committed to delivering high-quality, person-centered care. The organization operates over 200 care homes across the country, employing a team of dedicated healthcare professionals to support the wellbeing of its residents. Date posted 04 January 2025 Pay scheme Other Salary £22.58 an hour Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time, Part-time Reference number 1219072880 Job locations Barchester Healthcare Workington CA14 3NE Job description Job responsibilities ABOUT THE ROLE As a Care Home Clinical Lead at Barchester, you'll use your compassion and experience to help deliver clinical care to the high standards we're known for. We'll look to you to make sure our care is in line with all regulations by doing everything from implementing our rigorous safeguarding policies to overseeing the creation of care plans. This is a role that will see you using your professional judgement to make critical clinical decisions, manage projects and evolve care levels to make sure every residents' needs are met. As part of your wide range of responsibilities, you'll make sure our team is updated with the latest clinical developments by providing coaching, training and mentoring that will engage and inspire them. As a Care Home Clinical Lead, you'll have the freedom and autonomy to do things the right way and be truly valued and respected for what you do. ABOUT YOU As Care Home Clinical Lead, you'll need to be a Registered Nurse (RGN/RMN) with current NMC registration and a teaching, mentoring or supervision qualification. Experience of gerontology is important too, as well as a strong awareness of both clinical policy frameworks and Royal Pharmaceutical guidelines. Dedicated and motivational, you'll enjoy sharing your knowledge with others, which you'll have demonstrated through successful clinical mentorship and performance management. Finally, like us, you'll pride yourself on your person-centred and compassionate approach to nursing. REWARDS PACKAGE In return for your dedication, you'll receive a competitive salary plus our sector-leading benefits and rewards package including: NMC registration paid every year Free training and development for all roles Access to wellbeing and support tools A range of retail discounts and savings Nurse Mentor' and Refer a Friend' bonus schemes Offer to pay Health & Care Worker Visa immigration fees (for eligible nurses)And so much more If you'd like to use your clinical and people skills in an organisation that provides the quality care you'd expect for your loved ones, this is a rewarding and empowering place to be. Job description Job responsibilities ABOUT THE ROLE As a Care Home Clinical Lead at Barchester, you'll use your compassion and experience to help deliver clinical care to the high standards we're known for. We'll look to you to make sure our care is in line with all regulations by doing everything from implementing our rigorous safeguarding policies to overseeing the creation of care plans. This is a role that will see you using your professional judgement to make critical clinical decisions, manage projects and evolve care levels to make sure every residents' needs are met. As part of your wide range of responsibilities, you'll make sure our team is updated with the latest clinical developments by providing coaching, training and mentoring that will engage and inspire them. As a Care Home Clinical Lead, you'll have the freedom and autonomy to do things the right way and be truly valued and respected for what you do. ABOUT YOU As Care Home Clinical Lead, you'll need to be a Registered Nurse (RGN/RMN) with current NMC registration and a teaching, mentoring or supervision qualification. Experience of gerontology is important too, as well as a strong awareness of both clinical policy frameworks and Royal Pharmaceutical guidelines. Dedicated and motivational, you'll enjoy sharing your knowledge with others, which you'll have demonstrated through successful clinical mentorship and performance management. Finally, like us, you'll pride yourself on your person-centred and compassionate approach to nursing. REWARDS PACKAGE In return for your dedication, you'll receive a competitive salary plus our sector-leading benefits and rewards package including: NMC registration paid every year Free training and development for all roles Access to wellbeing and support tools A range of retail discounts and savings Nurse Mentor' and Refer a Friend' bonus schemes Offer to pay Health & Care Worker Visa immigration fees (for eligible nurses)And so much more If you'd like to use your clinical and people skills in an organisation that provides the quality care you'd expect for your loved ones, this is a rewarding and empowering place to be. Person Specification Qualifications Essential As a Care Home Clinical Lead, you'll need to be a Registered Nurse (RGN/RMN) with current NMC registration and a teaching, mentoring, or supervision qualification. Experience in gerontology, as well as a strong understanding of clinical policy frameworks and Royal Pharmaceutical guidelines, is also required. Person Specification Qualifications Essential As a Care Home Clinical Lead, you'll need to be a Registered Nurse (RGN/RMN) with current NMC registration and a teaching, mentoring, or supervision qualification. Experience in gerontology, as well as a strong understanding of clinical policy frameworks and Royal Pharmaceutical guidelines, is also required. Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). Additional information Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). Employer details Employer name Barchester Healthcare Address Barchester Healthcare Workington CA14 3NE Employer's website https://www.barchester.com/ (Opens in a new tab)