Clinical Lead Nurse | Devon | Full Time | £45,000 per year Our client is a Devon-based care home providing residential, nursing, and dementia care. They are seeking a Clinical Lead Nurse to join their team. The Clinical Lead Nurse is a senior member of the nursing team at Halwill Manor Nursing Home, providing professional nursing leadership and management support across the home. The role involves overseeing high-quality care delivery, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards, and supervising clinical practices. Are you the right person for the job? Current RMN/RGN registration with NMC PIN Previous experience in senior nursing roles or leadership positions Comprehensive understanding of CQC regulations and inspection frameworks Strong clinical experience, especially in elderly care and dementia management Demonstrated ability in clinical supervision, mentoring, and team management Excellent interpersonal and communication skills Computer literacy and ability to use healthcare IT systems effectively Highly organised, proactive, and able to make independent clinical judgments Commitment to continuous professional development and training Reliability, adaptability, and a strong commitment to high standards of care Satisfactory DBS clearance What will your role look like? Lead by example, providing outstanding care and ensuring the nursing staff uphold the highest standards Oversee clinical care provided to residents, ensuring individual needs are effectively met Manage nursing staff, including training, supervision, and performance management Participate in and contribute proactively to Senior Management Team meetings Coordinate clinical shifts, ensuring safe and effective staffing levels at all times Ensure accurate and timely administration of medication and maintain comprehensive records using the Medication Administration Record (MAR) system Lead specific clinical responsibilities such as Infection Control, Health & Safety, Clinical Audits, or Care Planning Communicate effectively with multidisciplinary teams, family members, and external healthcare professionals Ensure compliance with Care Quality Commission (CQC) standards and other relevant healthcare regulations Act as the primary clinical decision-maker and manage operational responsibilities during shifts Supervise and provide mentoring and support to nursing staff and healthcare assistants Develop, implement, and monitor individualised care plans Oversee and ensure accurate, detailed documentation within clinical records Coordinate regular clinical audits and reviews to uphold clinical excellence Conduct regular medication audits and oversee adherence to medication policies Manage the clinical aspects of incident reporting, safeguarding, and risk management Report maintenance or repair issues promptly to the Registered Manager Support recruitment, training, and onboarding of new nursing staff Maintain confidentiality regarding residents, staff, and company operations at all times What can you expect in return? Paid breaks A quarterly attendance bonus Free mental health support and advice line, also known as Employee Assistance Program (EAP). Opportunities for skill development and training A supportive team environment What's next? It's easy Click “APPLY” now We can't wait to hear from you Your data will be handled in line with GDPR. ADZN1_UKTJ