Clinical Lead Nurse

Role Overview We are seeking an experienced and motivated Clinical Lead (RGN) to oversee the clinical governance and delivery of high-quality care across complex care packages. The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring safe, effective, and person-centred care for clients with complex health needs in community settings. Key Responsibilities * Provide clinical leadership and oversight across all complex care packages * Conduct clinical assessments, risk assessments, and care planning * Lead and support clinical supervision and competency assessments for nursing and care staff * Ensure compliance with CQC standards, policies, and best practice guidelines * Review and monitor clinical incidents, safeguarding concerns, and escalations * Support with onboarding, clinical interviews, and inductions of new staff * Deliver and oversee clinical training (e.g. tracheostomy, PEG, ventilator care) * Liaise with families, MDT (GPs, community nurses, case managers), and stakeholders * Ensure accurate and timely clinical documentation and reporting * Support continuous quality improvement and audit processes Essential Requirements * Registered General Nurse (RGN) with valid NMC registration * Minimum 3–5 years post-registration experience * Experience within complex care / community care settings * Strong knowledge of: * Tracheostomy care * PEG feeding * Ventilation (e.g. BiPAP/CPAP) * Experience in clinical supervision and staff competency assessments * Excellent communication and leadership skills * Strong understanding of CQC regulations and safeguarding Desirable * Experience in a lead or senior clinical role * Teaching or mentoring experience * Full UK driving licence What We Offer * Competitive salary * Ongoing professional development * Opportunity to lead within a growing complex care service * Supportive and collaborative working environment