Clinical Lead Nurse
| Posting date: | 22 January 2026 |
|---|---|
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 21 February 2026 |
| Location: | Dunstable |
| Company: | Willing Care Recruitment Limited |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 1456085391 |
Summary
Clinical Lead Nurse (RGN) – £23–£25 per hour – 42 hours per week
Be part of a growing, family owned care home provider. Our client has an exciting opportunity for an experienced Registered Nurse or Clinical Lead with a strong commitment to older adult care.
The role is based in a recently refurbished nursing home for older adults and people living with dementia. The home has been updated with new facilities, including a cinema room, bistro, and landscaped outdoor areas.
As the Clinical Lead, you will be responsible for maintaining clinical standards and supporting the nursing team to ensure high-quality care and ongoing professional development.
Before You Apply
- This role requires proven nursing home experience with older adults and dementia care.
- Applicants must be a registered nurse (RGN) with strong clinical leadership skills.
- This position is not suitable for newly qualified nurses or candidates without care home experience.
Key Job Details
- Pay: £23–£25 per hour
- Hours: 42 hours per week
- Contract: Permanent
- Setting: Nursing home for older adults with nursing and dementia care needs.
Why This Role Is Worth Considering
- Clear clinical leadership responsibility within a defined unit
- Stable home with established systems and consistent occupancy
- Refurbished environment with modern facilities and outdoor spaces
- Opportunity to shape standards and support a growing care home
- Benefits include pension, training and development, wellbeing support, and onsite parking
What You’ll Need
- Registered Nurse (RGN)
- Proven experience as a Clinical Lead Nurse or senior nurse in a nursing home
- Strong knowledge of dementia care and complex long-term conditions
- Confidence managing clinical audits, safeguarding, and risk assessments
- Ability to work as part of a team and support staff development
What You’ll Do
- Lead clinical care delivery on your unit, ensuring standards are met consistently
- Support the nursing team through coaching, supervision, and clinical oversight
- Ensure compliance with clinical governance, audits, and care planning systems
- Manage medication administration, GP rounds, and clinical handovers
- Support safeguarding and risk management processes
- Work closely with the Home Manager to maintain service standards and continuity
Reference: WILL201798/JR
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