NURSE LEAD REQUIRED

Walfinch Norwich are looking for a Nurse Lead to oversee, support and manage a 24 hour/7 day a week Complex Nursing Care package in Halesworth IP19.
Pay rate at £27.00 per hour.
The client is Paraplegic with a tracheostomy which requires 24 hour care from an RGN and a Complex HCA.
Experience is needed with Tracheostomy, Suction and Ventilator care however full refresher training will be provided along with any other relevant training that is needed for this specific package.

RESPONSIBILITIES WITHIN THE ROLE

• Support and supervise Nursing team with their every day duties for client
• Be available for On Call duties to ensure 24/7 nursing care is continued efficiently to client.
• Assess clients’ health needs and develop personalised care plans.
• Safely administer medications in line with policies and guidelines.
• Carry out clinical procedures (e.g. wound care, blood pressure monitoring, chronic condition management).
• Supervise and support care workers to ensure day-to-day care reflects clinical standards.
• Maintain accurate, detailed, and up-to-date records of all visits and clinical activity.
• Liaise with other professionals (GPs, therapists, social services) to coordinate care.
• Provide advice and support to clients and their families about health and condition management.
• Ensure compliance with NMC (Nursing & Midwifery Council) standards and CQC (Care Quality Commission) regulations.
• Monitor and respond to any health concerns or changes in clients’ conditions.
• Support the training and ongoing development of care staff.
  This role will not be with the client on each and every shift - However strong involvement in the package and the ability to cover full care duties whenever needed is essential.

ABOUT THE ROLE

Walfinch Norwich are looking for a Nurse Lead to oversee, support and manage a Complex Nursing Care package in Halesworth IP19.
Pay rate at £27.00 per hour.
The client is Paraplegic with a tracheostomy which requires 24 hour care from an RGN and a Complex HCA.
Experience is needed with Tracheostomy care however full refresher training will be provided along with any other relevant training that is needed for this specific package.
Your role as Nurse Lead will be to oversee and supervise the team providing care and to be available to assist and take over at short notice following an on call rota to ensure nursing care is provided 24/7.

ROLE REQUIREMENTS:

• Current registration with the NMC as a Registered Nurse (RGN / RMN / RNLD).
• Experience in community nursing, domiciliary care, or a similar clinical setting.
• Strong assessment and clinical decision-making skills.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to work with clients, families, and professional teams.
• A compassionate, respectful, and person-centred approach to care.
• Flexibility to travel between clients’ homes and work varied hours.
• Understanding of health & safety, safeguarding adults, and confidentiality requirements.
• Must have experience in Tracheostomy and Cough Assist and Suction, however training will be provided.