Job Title: Clinical Nurse Manager
We are currently seeking a highly skilled and experienced Clinical Nurse Manager to join our team at a well-established employer in elderly care.
Key Responsibilities:
* Ensure the delivery of high standards of nursing and social care, meeting individual resident needs by practicing home policies and best clinical standards.
* Troubleshoot ongoing clinical issues and escalate to the Director of Nursing as necessary.
* Perform comprehensive assessments of residents and monitor ongoing assessments and modifications.
Medication Management:
* Supervise medication administration and compliance by nursing staff.
* Order monthly stock and compile monthly stock inventory.
* Liaise with GPs and pharmacies regarding medication reviews and audits.
Staff Supervision & Training:
* Work alongside and be a visible presence with Staff Nurses and Care Assistants.
* Participate in training and performance appraisals for Staff Nurses and Care Assistants in conjunction with the Director of Nursing.
* Work with Care Assistants to ensure they provide a high standard of direct care.
Auditing:
* Review recent admissions to ensure appropriate assessments, planning, implementation, and evaluation of care are documented.
* Monitor standards of cleanliness and hygiene and foster effective working relationships between staff.
* Responsible for ensuring environmental and hand hygiene audits are carried out regularly and thoroughly.
Residents/Relatives - Person Centred:
* Interact and support residents and families daily.
* Act as a key point of contact for relatives and visitors and an ambassador for the home.
* Ensure complaints are swiftly dealt with at the point of contact.
Management:
* Be responsible for daily activities, including checking rosters and attending handovers.
* Support and develop clinical practice through a hands-on approach with Staff Nurses and Care Assistants.
* Implement Company Health and Safety Policy to safeguard staff, residents, and others.
Qualifications, Skills and Attributes:
* BSc in General Nursing or equivalent.
* Dementia experience is desirable.
* Previous managerial training/experience is an advantage.
* Registered on the NMBI live register.