Employer Northampton General Hospital NHS Trust
Employer type NHS
Site Northampton General Hospital
Town Northampton
Salary £46,148 - £52,809 per annum, pro rata if part time
Salary period Yearly
Closing 12/02/2025 23:59
Clinical Ward Leader
NHS AfC: Band 7
Job overview
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic, motivated and creative Clinical Ward Leader for Benham Ward (hyperacute stroke ward). If you are a dynamic, energetic, enthusiastic senior nurse we would love to hear from you. The role of the clinical ward leader will focus on the provision of high quality, visible, professional leadership, setting and maintaining standards of clinical excellence, improving outcomes and experiences for patients, families, carers as well as staff. The successful candidate must have the ability to provide positive leadership and development to the clinical teams and act as a role model in all they do. This post would suit a current band 7 who is looking for a change or an opportunity for a Band 6 with credible skills to develop into a clinical ward leader. The successful candidate will have to build a working relationship with the stroke specialist nurses and stroke rehabilitation ward as well as the wider MDT (physiotherapist, occupational therapist, SALT and dietician) to ensure a smooth pathway for stroke patients. Please submit your application as soon as possible as we reserve the right to close any adverts before the closing date once we have received sufficient applications. Main duties of the job
The post holder will provide their ward/department with a professional focus for leadership and clinical excellence. The post holder will take continuing, 24 hour/ 7 days per week responsibility for the assessment of needs for the service, staff and patients which includes assessment of training, learning and development needs of all ward/department staff. The post holder will act as a role model for clinical leadership; setting and upholding agreed clinical standards and enabling patients to receive high quality evidenced based care. They will be a visible presence for all patients and visitors to the area and provide a pivotal role for inter-professional working. They will be responsible for infection prevention and control, budget management, patient safety and experience and compliance with Trust values, policies and providing the best possible care to achieve excellence. Provide effective input into the work of the Trust, to support the achievement of our vision and values. Working for our organisation
Northampton General Hospital NHS Trust is one of the largest employers in the area and we are on an exciting journey. All our divisions are committed to doing things better, with more efficiency as we update, modernise, and advance. We have also entered a Group Model with neighbouring Kettering General Hospital NHS Foundation Trust and become University Hospitals of Northamptonshire. Our Excellence Values Compassion Accountability Respect Integrity Courage We want to recruit the best people to deliver our services across the University Hospitals of Northamptonshire and help to unleash everyone's full potential. The Hospital Group encourages applications from people who identify from all protected groups. We understand that we need to work with colleagues from diverse backgrounds and make sure the environment they work in is inclusive and collaborative. Detailed job description and main responsibilities
Leads as an active member of the nursing team, accountable for your practice and role modelling the highest standards of care to all members of the team. Leads the team in the assessment, planning, delivery and evaluation of care of patients admitted to the Ward / department in accordance with Trust and directorate pathways. Has in-depth knowledge of infection control policies, with practical experience and principles in relation to the clinical environment, patient care, the prevention of cross infection, outbreak management, good hand hygiene and environmental cleaning. Contributes to and oversees the safe and effective discharge planning of patients informing the discharge team of issues and patient/relative requirements/requests. To be a visible, accessible and assertive figure to whom staff, patients and relatives can turn for assistance and guidance. Influence people and events through successful communication, negotiation and persuasion skills. Develop and use local and national networks to identify and introduce to the directorate best practice in the management and care of patients. Person specification
Governance
Experience of managing complaints Experience of PALS and successful outcome Experience in attending governance meetings Knowledge and experience
Experience at managing a team or coordinating workload Experience at band 6 level of managing a team and staff performance Experience of financial/budget experience Effective roster management Experience of Governance and identification of risk Evidence of recruitment Experience in appraisals Managing PALS and complaint procedure Evidence of managing staff through the sickness process with HR Acute hyper stroke experience Knowledge of A&A Experience in report writing and creating action plans Personal Qualities and attributes
Proven ability to communicate effectively with staff Ability to problem solve, anticipate and forward plan Ability to work under pressure and seek support when required Can demonstrate flexibility and resilience Act as a role model Adaptable to change adopting a positive approach Able to demonstrate Trust values and behaviours IT competent Excellent interpersonal and negotiation skills Must be able to demonstrate understanding of, and behaviours consistent with the NMC code of conduct Education, Training and Qualification
Registered Nurse with current registration Educated to a degree or equivalent Evidence of continuing clinical and professional development Educated to masters level Completion of clinical leadership programme Skills
Demonstrate ability to manage a ward/department and undertake challenging conversations IT competent using Word and Excel Excellent managerial, leadership and motivation skills Excellent interpersonal and organisational skills Clinical assessment skills Effective teaching, training and mentorship skills Proficient in all stroke Experience in managing a hyper acute stroke patient At Northampton General Hospital we provide general acute services and hyper-acute stroke, vascular and renal services to people living in Northamptonshire. We are proud to be the first hospital in the UK to have obtained Pathway to Excellence designated accreditation from the American Nurses Credentialing Centre (ANCC). We celebrate staff achievements and value the importance of working as one big team. That’s why we talk about Team NGH. It’s all about working together to provide the best possible care for our patients and supporting each other to grow and develop our skills. We want to recruit the best people to deliver our services across the University Hospitals of Northamptonshire and help to unleash everyone’s full potential. As an organisation, we value how we communicate and promote our vacancies to all communities. The Hospital Group encourages applications from people who identify from all protected groups, especially those from BAME, Disabled and LGBTQ+ backgrounds as these are underrepresented in our hospitals. Apply today and join the largest family in Northamptonshire. Employer certification / accreditation badges
You must have appropriate UK professional registration. The postholder will have access to vulnerable people in the course of their normal duties and as such this post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service to check for any previous criminal convictions.
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NHS AfC: Band 7
Job overview
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic, motivated and creative Clinical Ward Leader for Benham Ward (hyperacute stroke ward). If you are a dynamic, energetic, enthusiastic senior nurse we would love to hear from you. The role of the clinical ward leader will focus on the provision of high quality, visible, professional leadership, setting and maintaining standards of clinical excellence, improving outcomes and experiences for patients, families, carers as well as staff. The successful candidate must have the ability to provide positive leadership and development to the clinical teams and act as a role model in all they do. This post would suit a current band 7 who is looking for a change or an opportunity for a Band 6 with credible skills to develop into a clinical ward leader. The successful candidate will have to build a working relationship with the stroke specialist nurses and stroke rehabilitation ward as well as the wider MDT (physiotherapist, occupational therapist, SALT and dietician) to ensure a smooth pathway for stroke patients. Please submit your application as soon as possible as we reserve the right to close any adverts before the closing date once we have received sufficient applications. Main duties of the job
The post holder will provide their ward/department with a professional focus for leadership and clinical excellence. The post holder will take continuing, 24 hour/ 7 days per week responsibility for the assessment of needs for the service, staff and patients which includes assessment of training, learning and development needs of all ward/department staff. The post holder will act as a role model for clinical leadership; setting and upholding agreed clinical standards and enabling patients to receive high quality evidenced based care. They will be a visible presence for all patients and visitors to the area and provide a pivotal role for inter-professional working. They will be responsible for infection prevention and control, budget management, patient safety and experience and compliance with Trust values, policies and providing the best possible care to achieve excellence. Provide effective input into the work of the Trust, to support the achievement of our vision and values. Working for our organisation
Northampton General Hospital NHS Trust is one of the largest employers in the area and we are on an exciting journey. All our divisions are committed to doing things better, with more efficiency as we update, modernise, and advance. We have also entered a Group Model with neighbouring Kettering General Hospital NHS Foundation Trust and become University Hospitals of Northamptonshire. Our Excellence Values Compassion Accountability Respect Integrity Courage We want to recruit the best people to deliver our services across the University Hospitals of Northamptonshire and help to unleash everyone's full potential. The Hospital Group encourages applications from people who identify from all protected groups. We understand that we need to work with colleagues from diverse backgrounds and make sure the environment they work in is inclusive and collaborative. Detailed job description and main responsibilities
Leads as an active member of the nursing team, accountable for your practice and role modelling the highest standards of care to all members of the team. Leads the team in the assessment, planning, delivery and evaluation of care of patients admitted to the Ward / department in accordance with Trust and directorate pathways. Has in-depth knowledge of infection control policies, with practical experience and principles in relation to the clinical environment, patient care, the prevention of cross infection, outbreak management, good hand hygiene and environmental cleaning. Contributes to and oversees the safe and effective discharge planning of patients informing the discharge team of issues and patient/relative requirements/requests. To be a visible, accessible and assertive figure to whom staff, patients and relatives can turn for assistance and guidance. Influence people and events through successful communication, negotiation and persuasion skills. Develop and use local and national networks to identify and introduce to the directorate best practice in the management and care of patients. Person specification
Governance
Experience of managing complaints Experience of PALS and successful outcome Experience in attending governance meetings Knowledge and experience
Experience at managing a team or coordinating workload Experience at band 6 level of managing a team and staff performance Experience of financial/budget experience Effective roster management Experience of Governance and identification of risk Evidence of recruitment Experience in appraisals Managing PALS and complaint procedure Evidence of managing staff through the sickness process with HR Acute hyper stroke experience Knowledge of A&A Experience in report writing and creating action plans Personal Qualities and attributes
Proven ability to communicate effectively with staff Ability to problem solve, anticipate and forward plan Ability to work under pressure and seek support when required Can demonstrate flexibility and resilience Act as a role model Adaptable to change adopting a positive approach Able to demonstrate Trust values and behaviours IT competent Excellent interpersonal and negotiation skills Must be able to demonstrate understanding of, and behaviours consistent with the NMC code of conduct Education, Training and Qualification
Registered Nurse with current registration Educated to a degree or equivalent Evidence of continuing clinical and professional development Educated to masters level Completion of clinical leadership programme Skills
Demonstrate ability to manage a ward/department and undertake challenging conversations IT competent using Word and Excel Excellent managerial, leadership and motivation skills Excellent interpersonal and organisational skills Clinical assessment skills Effective teaching, training and mentorship skills Proficient in all stroke Experience in managing a hyper acute stroke patient At Northampton General Hospital we provide general acute services and hyper-acute stroke, vascular and renal services to people living in Northamptonshire. We are proud to be the first hospital in the UK to have obtained Pathway to Excellence designated accreditation from the American Nurses Credentialing Centre (ANCC). We celebrate staff achievements and value the importance of working as one big team. That’s why we talk about Team NGH. It’s all about working together to provide the best possible care for our patients and supporting each other to grow and develop our skills. We want to recruit the best people to deliver our services across the University Hospitals of Northamptonshire and help to unleash everyone’s full potential. As an organisation, we value how we communicate and promote our vacancies to all communities. The Hospital Group encourages applications from people who identify from all protected groups, especially those from BAME, Disabled and LGBTQ+ backgrounds as these are underrepresented in our hospitals. Apply today and join the largest family in Northamptonshire. Employer certification / accreditation badges
You must have appropriate UK professional registration. The postholder will have access to vulnerable people in the course of their normal duties and as such this post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service to check for any previous criminal convictions.
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