Lead Nurse

Advantage Healthcare require a Registered Lead Nurse to work as part of our community team, to deliver complex care to a variety of clients in the Merseyside and Wirral area.

£16.00 - £18.00 per hour

Our Liverpool Branch is seeking a Registered Nurse who has experience working with complex clients to work as a Lead Nurse in community based packages of care.



You will support our branch and provide training to carers delivering packages of care for adults in Merseyside, Cheshire and North Wales.



You will have the ability and desire to make a difference to the lives of adults in the community with complex health needs, by providing your expert knowledge and care.

We want to expand our team of healthcare professionals, who support us in the delivery of complex care to a number of families in the Merseyside & Wirral areas, specifically with regards to clinical assessments and reviews. This will also include training and mentoring highly skilled Care Assistants to enable them, with clear protocols, to undertake clinical tasks.



There is a degree of flexibility within the role and would appeal to a Nurse already in part time employment or a Nurse that is looking for a change in direction away from their current working environment.



You will be supported by our existing clinical structure, regional support teams and the Liverpool Branch Manager. As Lead Nurse in this capacity you will:

• Carry out risk assessments


• Complete Advantage Healthcare Care Plan documentation (training will be provided)


• Supervise trained carers, ensuring compliance & competencies are being met


• Attend Multi-Disciplinary Meetings & Discharge Planning meetings for new packages of care


• Liaise with other professionals involved in the care of the client, including: Physiotherapists or Dieticians


• Provide support to our care teams with initial training and on-going clinical supervision

You will need to have a valid NMC PIN and access to your own car, along with the willingness to travel throughout the local area. Satisfactory references will also be required to show your skills and experience.

What we can offer you:

• Competitive rates of pay including holiday pay


• NEST Pension Scheme


• On-going support from your local Community Matron


• Up to £500 bonus for referring a friend


• Loyalty scheme providing you with reimbursed DBS costs


• Free first uniform


• Priority recruitment from your own dedicated recruitment consultant


• Nurse of the Month recognition scheme


• Regular appraisals


• Access to ‘My Advantage’ – manage your availability online!

Apply online enclosing your current CV and a covering letter, or alternatively contact our Recruitment Team on 0800 032 3355. Applicants subject to enhanced level DBS check. Advantage Healthcare is an equal opportunities employer (Agy).

Please do not apply unless you can evidence previous care experience.

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