Job Description

We are looking for a confident Clinical Lead (RMN or RNLD) who can inspire, support and oversee the delivery of the very best care.

You'll be working 40 hours a week (09:00 am till 05:00 pm) at Cygnet Wast Hills Hospital.

Please note that the successful candidate will be required to support the service outside of regular working hours and participate in the on-call rota as needed.

The Service:

Cygnet Wast Hills provides dedicated, person-centred support to men with learning disabilities, autism and associated complex needs in a robust environment.


The service has a number of independent and communal living spaces for the individuals we support, to maximise opportunities to progress through their care pathway towards greater independence.


In line with 'building the right support', we support individuals who have different levels of need in their own space which is tailored to their own sensory needs.

Your day-to-day...

Take lead responsibility in undertaking regular care audits Provide clinical leadership, coaching & mentoring for the development of services Maintain excellence through clinical practice development & quality improvement Be responsible for a planned programme of support across your area of focus as determined by the annual plan for Quality and Compliance Be an active member of clinical working committees relevant to role Attend all training and engage in CPD to further knowledge & promote nursing Under NMC guidelines, ensure that individual care plans are complete & maintained Administer medicines within healthcare procedure and Healthcare Commission guidelines

Why Cygnet? We'll offer you...

NHS & employee discount scheme Most of our sites provide free meals on shift Free parking Bespoke career pathways Plus much more

You...

An experienced RMN or RNLD with a current Pin Number, you'll have...

Essential:

At least two years' experience at charge Nurse or Senior Staff Nurse The ability to maintain documentation, undertake audits & demonstrate integrity in your role A good understanding of the latest nursing practices A commitment to patient recovery in order to effectively monitor, manage & reduce risk Compassion, resilience & a dedication to empower & support service user independence

Desirable:

T

he ability to deputise in a Head of Care role Has been carrying out audits and assisting with quality improvement focussed plans. An interest in leadership, research & assessment

Please note that successful candidates will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible