Job Description:

Clinical Lead (RGN/RMN) | Cardiff

£45,000 - £50,000 per annum

JCO Healthcare are delighted to be working in partnership with a well-established nursing home in Cardiff to recruit an experienced Clinical Lead.

This is an excellent opportunity for a passionate nurse leader to join the senior management team of a successful 58-bed nursing home, supporting the delivery of outstanding care and clinical excellence.

Working alongside a second Clinical Lead, you will provide clinical leadership across a 7-day service, supporting the Home Manager, mentoring the nursing team, and ensuring the highest standards of care are consistently achieved.

The Role

As Clinical Lead, you will:

• Provide visible clinical leadership and support to nurses and care staff
• Work closely with the Home Manager to oversee the day-to-day running of the home
• Support medication management, clinical governance and quality assurance processes
• Coach, mentor and develop the nursing team
• Lead by example, promoting a positive culture focused on resident outcomes
• Ensure compliance with CIW and regulatory requirements
• Support audits, inspections and continuous improvement initiatives

The role offers a balanced approach between clinical and operational responsibilities, with:

• One clinical shift on the floor per week
• The remainder of your time being supernumerary
• Alternate weekend working
• Participation in the management and leadership of the service

About You

To be considered, you will ideally have:

• Current NMC registration (RGN or RMN)
• Experience working within a nursing home environment
• Previous experience as a Clinical Lead, Deputy Manager, Unit Manager or Senior Nurse
• Strong knowledge of clinical governance and regulatory compliance
• Excellent leadership, communication and people management skills
• A passion for delivering high-quality, person-centred care

Salary & Benefits

• £45,000 - £50,000 per annum
• Supernumerary clinical leadership position
• Opportunity to work within a stable and supportive organisation
• Ongoing professional development
• Career progression opportunities

Apply Now

If you are an experienced nurse leader looking for your next challenge within a supportive and well-established care provider, we would love to hear from you.

About JCO Healthcare 

JCO Healthcare advertises roles on behalf of our clients. If you do not hear from us within three working days, please assume that your application has not been successful on this occasion. We may retain your details for consideration against future opportunities.