Head of Nursing SS-MSK Division, Chertsey

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Location: Chertsey
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Ashford & St. Peter's Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust Location:

Chertsey, United Kingdom Job Category:

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22.01.2025 Expiry Date:

08.03.2025 Job Description:

Job summary We are excited to advertise a brand new position of Head of Nursing, based within our Division of Specialist Surgery & MSK. We are looking for an effective leader with proven delivery experience in a fast-paced environment. The post holder will be the senior nurse in SS-MSK, responsible for supporting the Divisional Chief Nurse in providing both expert leadership and clinical care across our two hospital sites. The division includes MSK, Ophthalmology, Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery, Breast Surgery, and ENT teams. The post holder will ensure that all care delivered within these services adheres to the CQC essential standards, legislation, and the organisation's policies and procedures. The post holder will provide professional leadership, support, and development to Matrons, Advance Clinical Practitioners, Ward Managers, and Specialist Nurses; lead on the development of nursing/clinical practice across the surgical care pathway, with a particular emphasis on patient safety and quality of care. Main duties of the job Support the DCN in leading developments within the Division to improve patient safety, experience, and quality delivery. Ensure effective nursing input into the Surgical Wards on an operational day-to-day basis. Direct line management of defined Specialist Nurses. Ensure that the principles of patient safety, clinical effectiveness, and cost-effectiveness are reflected in all standards and practices. Act as a senior nurse giving advice, guidance, and supervision to junior doctors and nursing staff. Support local development and implementation of guidelines. Ensure visibility of the role in clinical areas through patient safety walk rounds and engagement with frontline staff. Provide the DCN with reliable and expert advice and practical support. Work collaboratively with the ADO, Specialty Leads, Consultants, Operational leads, and General Managers. Ensure SS-MSK services are delivered within the agreed quality, performance, and financial parameters. Coordinate and manage service developments in association with other senior managers. About us Ashford and St. Peters Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust serves a population of more than 410,000 people living in North-West Surrey, parts of Hounslow and beyond. Our workforce includes over 3,700 highly trained doctors, nurses, midwives, therapists, and support staff providing a wide range of services across our two hospital sites. Our vision is to be one of the best healthcare Trusts in the country. We are committed to providing continuous professional development and flexibility to shape our workforce around patient care. We can offer you the full range of NHS benefits/discounts including: Excellent pension scheme and annual leave entitlement On-site Nurseries On-site staff cafes On-site parking Salary Sacrifice schemes including wage stream, lease cars, Cycle to Work schemes, and home electronics For further details on the role, please refer to the Job Description and Personal Specification attached to the vacancy. Person Specification

Qualifications Essential NMC Registered Masters Degree or working towards Quality Improvement Qualification Desirable Recognised Management & Leadership Qualification Experience Essential Significant clinical experience working at a Band 8A in a surgical/theatre and/or acute setting A track record of continuous managerial, educational, and professional development Evidence of managing complex resource issues (human and financial) Evidence of implementation of quality and clinical governance initiatives Experience of patient involvement and improving patient experience Experience of complaints management and resolution Evidence of working effectively with clinicians and the MDT Experience of managing conflict Management Essential Ward and unit management experience Proven ability to manage complex and changing workload including identifying and resolving conflicting priorities

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