Nursing & Care Lead

Compass Associates are proud to be working in partnership with a highly respected provider of elderly care, who are seeking an experienced Nursing & Care Lead to join their team in Worthing. This is an exciting opportunity for a Registered Nurse with previous leadership experience to take a visible, hands-on role overseeing both nursing and care provision within a high-quality elderly care setting supporting older people, including those living with dementia and complex care needs. The role would suit an experienced Clinical Lead, Unit Manager, Senior Nurse or Nurse Manager looking to take the next step in their career within a values-led organisation where quality of care and resident wellbeing are at the heart of everything they do.

Responsibilities

Providing visible leadership across both nursing and care teams; Supporting high standards of clinical care, resident wellbeing and safeguarding; Ensuring care planning, assessments and clinical documentation remain to a high standard; Supporting clinical governance, audits, CQC compliance and quality improvement; Providing advice and guidance to the team around complex clinical needs; Supporting staff development, supervision and performance; Working closely with the Clinical Lead and Deputy Home Manager to ensure the service operates effectively; Building strong relationships with residents, relatives and external healthcare professionals; Supporting a positive culture where staff feel valued, developed and confident in their roles

Requirements

RGN Required; Active NMC Pin Essential; Registered General Nurse; Confident working within an elderly care environment; Previous leadership experience

Nice to have

Minimum 3 years' nursing experience; Previous experience in elderly care, ideally within a nursing or dementia setting; Experience leading or supervising a nursing/care team; Good understanding of CQC requirements and clinical governance; Strong communication and interpersonal skills; Compassionate and person-centred approach to care; Visible and approachable leadership style; Confidence to manage challenging situations and support colleagues effectively; Genuine passion for providing excellent care to older people

Benefits

£500 voucher of your choice or charity donation for successful candidate recommendations