Lead Clinician

Caron Group is a family of care homes across mid and south Wales. Our ethos is to provide quality care and to ensure that privacy, dignity and choice for our residents is at the core of everything we do. We have been operating in the care sector for twenty four years and specialise in residential, nursing and dementia care for older people.

We are currently undergoing an exciting chapter in our growth and are looking for dedicated individuals to join us on this journey. The group's strength is attributable to our team of highly motivated, passionate and dedicated staff. We invest in exceptional talent and our people share a commitment to success that is second to none.

This energy is harnessed to deliver the highest levels of relationship-centred care. We are committed to supporting our staffs' continuous professional development throughout their careers, through the provision of formal training and development opportunities. The group offers a friendly family culture and supportive environment of teamwork, respect and integrity where everyone makes a valued contribution.

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Lead Clinician to join our family of Care Homes. As a Lead Clinician, you will have responsibility for managing and leading your team effectively, with passion and commitment, to enhance the services we deliver. You should be a Registered Nurse possessing sound clinical knowledge and ideally, solid experience gained in a care home environment.

You will support the Registered Manager to drive and maintain social care and nursing standards in line with Social Care Wales Code of Conduct and NMC Code. The post holder will also have exemplary leadership abilities and be willing to take ownership for the delivery of quality care.

Responsibilities

*: To have full knowledge of and to follow both Social Care Wales Code of Conduct and NMC Code and to be accountable for your professional practice To maintain and develop professional knowledge and maintain clinical skills to keep abreast of social and clinical developments in care To take a lead role in ensuring colleagues obtain and share specialist knowledge i.

e. infection control, diabetes, wound care, pressure care, ANTT etc. and to take a lead role in the Home in at least one specialist area To ensure residents' Care Plan is reviewed monthly /as required and provide assistance/ advice as necessary To ensure that all Home policies and procedures are adhered to and work in conjunction with the Registered Manager, HR and Health & Safety Officers to amend where necessary To participate and contribute to the teaching requirements of the Home *This is not an exhaustive list.

Essential Requirements Adult Nursing Degree / Qualification 3 Years+ Leadership / Management experience Effective verbal, written, literacy and numeracy skills Proven record and passion for providing elderly, person centred care and positive outcomes Forward thinker with up to date knowledge on current practices and industry trends Positive, flexible attitude and a desire to make a difference An understanding of and adherence to Caron Group's ethos.

Desirable Requirements: QCF Level 5 in Leadership for Health & Social Care Services (Adults Residential Management) The post holder may be required to work towards this qualification once in employment Recognised Teaching Qualification e.g. PGCE/Cert. Ed; DTLLS/CTLLS/ Level 5 Education and Training 3 Years+ experience within the Nursing Home sector Package: A competitive rate Employee Referral Scheme Blue Light Discount card (Eligibility to apply) Auto-enrolment pension scheme Training towards your continuous development including paid e-learning and practical training Mentoring/support with your development Career progression throughout a range of departments within the company, both clinical and non-clinical roles.

Caron Group is an inclusive organisation and we actively promote equality of opportunity for all with the right mix of talent, skills and potential. We welcome all applications from a wide range of candidates and selection for roles will be based on individual merit alone.