Clinical Lead

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Job description
Purpose of the Role:
As an Clinical Lead, you will play a crucial role in providing specialist one-to-one support, guidance, and practical solutions for families, focusing on three Dorset-based care homes . Dementia UK will support you in maintaining and strengthening your clinical and leadership expertise through regular clinical supervision and professional development opportunities.
Key Duties and Responsibilities:

• Dementia Expertise: Stay updated on the latest research, treatments, and best practices in dementia care to provide specialised knowledge and expertise.
• Assessment and Care Planning: Conduct comprehensive assessments, develop personalised care plans, and consider the physical, emotional, and social well-being of individuals.
• Emotional Support: Offer emotional support to individuals and their families, providing a listening ear, guidance, and reassurance during difficult times.
• Education and Advice: Provide education and practical advice to staff and families, helping them understand dementia and its progression.
• Coordination of Care: Collaborate with healthcare professionals to ensure a holistic approach to care, coordinating services and facilitating access to support networks.
• Training and Consultancy: Provide training and consultancy services to staff in care homes, sharing expertise and promoting best practices in dementia care.

Skills and Attributes:

• Experience supporting people with dementia and their carers/families
• Leadership experience in a service-specific setting, supporting practice development, quality improvement, and service evaluation
• Understanding of local/national skills and competency frameworks
• Valid UK driving license and willingness to travel between care homes
• Submission of a personal statement with the CV explaining the interest in the role

Education and Qualifications:

• Registered Nurse (RN/RNMH/RNLD)
• Postgraduate qualification in a relevant field

Please note that candidates should complete the 'Pre-Admiral Nursing Module' to prepare for the role.
Benefits Include:

• Comprehensive induction and training programme
• Opportunities for career development and progression
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Blue Light Card Scheme: Enrolment fee reimbursement
• Paid breaks during working hours
• Annual NMC PIN renewal paid
• Excellent performance-related bonus
• Commuting mileage reimbursement
• Paid travel time between visits