Job Description

Job description

The life of every resident we proudly care for is extraordinary, rich in history and unique life stories. And we know that genuine care is delivered by passionate people who go above and beyond to help every resident live life to the full. As a Clinical Lead, you'll be part of the management team that sets the tone for delivering the highest standards of care in compliance with the NMC code of conduct. The safety of your team and the safeguarding of your residents are a key focus for this role. And together with your Home Manager, you will set the standards of excellence that empower and encourage your team to emulate.

About the role

This is a role where you will be involved in everything from the training and development of yourself and your staff, to marketing the home to new residents and new staff. You'll be responsible for maintaining detailed and accurate care records. You'll be ordering and storing all medication safely. And you'll be a point of contact for residents and their families. Representing your home with pride and passion. This is a role where health & safety management is core. And where your leadership skills will develop further. You'll be up to date with current evidence-based practice and have a working knowledge of CQC Standards and Regulations and will work using your initiative making effective decisions to improve care quality. You will always strive to provide great quality holistic care, making every day better than the last. And you'll be an ambassador of our values and striving to help every resident maintain the independence they seek and the dignity they deserve.

The skills you'll need

You're a registered nurse RGN or RMN with excellent clinical skills and a valid NMC pin. You're currently working as a Senior Nurse/Unit Manager or Clinical Level with experience of complex care. NVQ Level 5 is desirable, but not essential. You're a good manager - confident in leading a team and helping them make the most of every day. You're multi-skilled - you'll be involved in everything from planning to training, marketing to financial reporting. You're a good listener - understanding what matters to your residents, their families, and your team. You're a good learner - taking on the challenges of training your team and yourself. You're ambitious - you want the best for your home and the best for your people. And your ambition for career success will come through the qualities above. Above and beyond If you share a passion for going above and beyond for people who need a bit of extra care and a team that needs clear and confident management, your future career in care could accelerate here. The Clinical role is challenging and ever-changing. But through this, you'll discover a career that's incredibly rewarding. You'll go above and beyond every day to make sure every resident can live their life to the full, as independently as possible. And we'll go above and beyond for you.

Job description

1. To ensure that each resident is assessed for their care needs ensuring the admissions policy is adhered to. Has a formally developed Care Plan/risk assessments, ensuring the involvement of the resident and his / her family or relatives, as required. To ensure that appropriate individual care is given to each resident, in accordance with the Care Plans.

2. In consultation with GPs, Team Leaders and Care Staff, as appropriate, to develop individual Care Plans for new residents and to ensure their formal review every month or when required. To contact families/ relatives and agree the care planned

3. To ensure that all duties undertaken by reporting staff are performed to required standards, and that all such staff contribute to providing a happy, efficient and homely atmosphere within the Home.

4. To ensure the provision of adequate staff cover for all shifts in line with statutory requirements. To assist the Home Manager in the preparation of duty rotas as needed.

5. This is a hands-on role; the Clinical Lead is part of the nurses' team and is expected work accordingly to the Rota, to ensure that all shifts are covered with registered nurses as needed. To ensure Clinical Governance is implemented at all times

6. To participate in formal Staff Training Plans to ensure that requirements can be adequately fulfilled and evaluate staff competencies.

7. To assist in the assessment of staff performance at specified intervals (every three months). To assist in the application of disciplinary rules, and in the implementation of disciplinary procedures.

8. To participate in the development and implementation of the strategies, policies and procedures of the Company.

9. To be responsible for the ordering, receipt, handling, storage, issue, administration and disposal of all medicines in line with documented procedures, and to maintain the necessary records.

10. To supervise all aspects of catering in the Home to ensure that required standards of Food Hygiene are achieved. To assist in the planning of menus, in particular assuring any special dietary requirements.

11. To help residents with problems of mobility and other physical disabilities (e.g. incontinence), helping with the use of disability aids and caring for the same, where appropriate.

12. To ensure that social activities for residents are carried out as planned by the home manager and/or activity coordinator.

13. To ensure that the Home is cleaned, heated and maintained to documented standards. Infection control policy to be followed.

14. To take part in staff meetings and to ensure that the minutes of such meetings are communicated to all staff.

15. To generate all notifications in relation to accidents suffered by residents, staff or visitors in line with the requirements of the R.I.D.D.O.R.. Regulations. To notify Care Quality Commission and other bodies of changes occurred in the residents' wellbeing.

16. To keep abreast of all new legislation and regulations relating to Health & Safety, C.O.S.H.H., Fire Prevention and Care Standards, and to ensure effective communication of the same to staff.

17. To ensure the smooth operation of the Home's Quality Management System.

18. To carry out pre-assessments on prospective residents as needed; to make sure all documents for FNC and/or continuing care assessment are done without delay.

19. To assist the Home Manager in resolving and handling complaints received from residents, relatives and staff as needed.

20. To assume the position of Person-in-Charge in the absence of the Home Manager.

21. To undertake other duties, as necessary.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Benefits:

Discounted or free food On-site parking
Experience:

Nursing Home RGN: 5 years (preferred)
Licence/Certification:

PIN (required)
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: Up to 25.00 per hour

Benefits:

Discounted or free food On-site parking
Ability to commute/relocate:

Aylesbury: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Experience:

Nursing: 5 years (required)
Licence/Certification:

PIN (required)
Work Location: In person