Job Description
Lead Nurse – Specialist Neurological Care
37.5 Hours per Week | Monday to Friday | 9:00am–5:00pm
Please note that this role DOES NOT offer Tier 2 sponsorship
Combining specialist clinical care with leadership responsibilities, this Lead Nurse position offers the opportunity to work within a dedicated neurological centre supporting individuals with complex and long-term care needs.
The service provides specialist care and rehabilitation for individuals living with neurological conditions, acquired brain injuries and physical disabilities, including those requiring advanced respiratory support, tracheostomy management and ventilator care.
We’re looking for an experienced RGN with a background in respiratory nursing or intensive care who is confident managing complex clinical needs and supporting others in delivering safe, effective care.
Working Monday to Friday, 9:00am–5:00pm, you'll have the opportunity to develop your leadership career while benefiting from a consistent working pattern and a comprehensive benefits package.
What We're Looking For
- Registered General Nurse (RGN) with a valid NMC PIN – essential
- Previous experience within a respiratory ward or Intensive Therapy Unit (ITU) – essential
- Hands-on experience in tracheostomy management and ventilator care – essential
- Strong clinical assessment, care planning and complex care management skills
- Experience supporting individuals with neurological conditions, brain injuries or physical disabilities – desirable
- Confidence providing clinical leadership, guidance and support to nursing teams
- Excellent understanding of safeguarding, clinical governance and CQC requirements
- Strong communication, organisational and clinical decision-making skills
- A compassionate, proactive and person-centred approach
What's On Offer
- 37.5 hours per week
- Monday to Friday, 9:00am–5:00pm
- Competitive annual leave package
- Additional day off for your birthday
- Employee benefits portal
- Company pension scheme
- Enhanced parental leave
- Subsidised meals
- On-site parking
- Training and development opportunities
- Life assurance
- Wellbeing programme
Leading Specialist Nursing Care
- Provide clinical leadership and support to the nursing team, maintaining high standards of specialist care
- Oversee the delivery of tracheostomy care, ventilator management and respiratory support
- Support individuals with complex neurological conditions, acquired brain injuries and physical disabilities
- Carry out clinical assessments, develop care plans and monitor individuals' changing needs
- Guide and mentor nursing staff, promoting clinical competence and best practice
- Ensure safe medication management, accurate documentation and effective risk assessments
- Work closely with multidisciplinary teams to support rehabilitation and individual care goals
- Maintain compliance with NMC standards, CQC regulations and safeguarding procedures
- Promote person-centred care that supports dignity, independence and quality of life
- Contribute to clinical audits, quality assurance and continuous service improvement
All appointments are subject to safer recruitment requirements, including an enhanced DBS check, satisfactory references, verification of the right to work in the UK, and confirmation of current NMC registration, in line with safeguarding responsibilities.
Reference: WILL273724/AP
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