The South Wales Trauma Network (SWTN) Quality Improvement & Research Lead is integral to the modernisation of the services delivered, through promoting continuous learning and a learning culture. The post holder will oversee a number of Quality Improvement focused service improvements, clinical audit and research projects which aim to improve the service user and patient experience. The post holder will be responsible for interpreting national and professional guidance on the effective care and treatment of patients who have highly complex conditions and ensuring excellent patient care. The post holder will be responsible for generating research and improving the networks academic profile and impact.
Main duties of the job Demonstrating leadership including inspiring and sustaining the commitment of colleagues, improving the quality of care for the South Wales Trauma Network through encouraging interdisciplinary and interagency collaboration with professional leads, service managers, and medical consultants. The Therapy/Nurse Consultant will provide expert opinion in Quality Improvement & Research projects. Take a lead role in formulating strategic plans for advancing the development of Quality Improvement and Research projects. Work across boundaries and in partnership with SWTN colleagues, to support the planning, development and delivery of Quality Improvement & Research. Have significant input into the design and evaluation of Quality Improvement & Research across the SWTN and will be responsible for monitoring the outcome indicators to inform service delivery. Develop partnerships with Third sector organisations. In addition, ensuring that the SWTN meet their targets for providing trauma care. Keep notified of and evaluate national and international developments to ensure that the SWTN is aspiring to meet best practice and influence at a national and international level. The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post. English and/or Welsh speakers are equally welcome to apply.
THIS POST IS FIXED TERM/SECONDMENT FOR 2 YEARS DUE TO FUNDING. About us We believe staff are our best asset and we want you to be happy and confident about starting your career here in Swansea Bay University Health Board. As one of the biggest healthcare groups in the UK we can offer a wealth of professional training and development opportunities in an innovative, forward-thinking organisation. You might be a nurse or doctor, maybe you specialise in a health science/therapy or can offer skills in one of our support services - we have a job for you. There are also apprenticeships, work placements and volunteering roles available. We are an inclusive employer and welcome applications from everyone whatever their sex, religion or belief, race, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, or whether they are pregnant or have recently been on maternity leave, married or are in a civil partnership or whether they are disabled. Our values - Caring For Each Other, Working Together and Always Improving, show that our commitment to equality is at the heart of everything we do. If you want excellent career and training opportunities while living on the doorstep of some of Europe's most spectacular scenery, with all the benefits of a thriving and cosmopolitan city - look no further.
Job description Job responsibilities The post holder will apply quality improvement initiatives and clinical audit processes along the whole patient pathway, in particular supporting work streams related to governance, paediatrics, rehabilitation and patient flow. In addition, the service specification requires trauma networks to conduct, co-ordinate and understand research relevant to high quality care in trauma patients (including accident prevention and rehabilitation). The post holder will provide clear outputs to improve delivery of high-quality trauma care across the network. Lead on the development and implementation of policies and procedures that support service improvement across the SWTN and examine appropriate research opportunities that will support network development and to schedule, organise and manage own workload. The role will cover both adult and paediatric major trauma. This role will be expected to work closely with: Clinical director for the network. Network manager and clinical and managerial leads across the network. Network leads for governance, paediatrics, rehabilitation and patient flow. WAST and EMRTS. Commissioning bodies. Other organisations (Universities, HEIW, Wales Deanery, emergency planning).
Person Specification Experience Essential Significant experience in Quality Improvement & Research. Knowledge of Quality improvement and research projects.
Desirable Publications as Author for Quality Improvement & Research. Prior experience working in/within a Major Trauma Centre or similar service.
Skills Essential Ability to maintain CPD to a high standard. Proven ability to work as part of a multi-disciplinary team. Proven leadership abilities.
Employer details Employer name Swansea Bay University Health Board Address SBUHB HQ Baglan 1 Talbot Gateway Baglan SA12 7BR Any attachments will be accessible after you click to apply. 130-AC003-0125 #J-18808-Ljbffr
Main duties of the job Demonstrating leadership including inspiring and sustaining the commitment of colleagues, improving the quality of care for the South Wales Trauma Network through encouraging interdisciplinary and interagency collaboration with professional leads, service managers, and medical consultants. The Therapy/Nurse Consultant will provide expert opinion in Quality Improvement & Research projects. Take a lead role in formulating strategic plans for advancing the development of Quality Improvement and Research projects. Work across boundaries and in partnership with SWTN colleagues, to support the planning, development and delivery of Quality Improvement & Research. Have significant input into the design and evaluation of Quality Improvement & Research across the SWTN and will be responsible for monitoring the outcome indicators to inform service delivery. Develop partnerships with Third sector organisations. In addition, ensuring that the SWTN meet their targets for providing trauma care. Keep notified of and evaluate national and international developments to ensure that the SWTN is aspiring to meet best practice and influence at a national and international level. The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post. English and/or Welsh speakers are equally welcome to apply.
THIS POST IS FIXED TERM/SECONDMENT FOR 2 YEARS DUE TO FUNDING. About us We believe staff are our best asset and we want you to be happy and confident about starting your career here in Swansea Bay University Health Board. As one of the biggest healthcare groups in the UK we can offer a wealth of professional training and development opportunities in an innovative, forward-thinking organisation. You might be a nurse or doctor, maybe you specialise in a health science/therapy or can offer skills in one of our support services - we have a job for you. There are also apprenticeships, work placements and volunteering roles available. We are an inclusive employer and welcome applications from everyone whatever their sex, religion or belief, race, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, or whether they are pregnant or have recently been on maternity leave, married or are in a civil partnership or whether they are disabled. Our values - Caring For Each Other, Working Together and Always Improving, show that our commitment to equality is at the heart of everything we do. If you want excellent career and training opportunities while living on the doorstep of some of Europe's most spectacular scenery, with all the benefits of a thriving and cosmopolitan city - look no further.
Job description Job responsibilities The post holder will apply quality improvement initiatives and clinical audit processes along the whole patient pathway, in particular supporting work streams related to governance, paediatrics, rehabilitation and patient flow. In addition, the service specification requires trauma networks to conduct, co-ordinate and understand research relevant to high quality care in trauma patients (including accident prevention and rehabilitation). The post holder will provide clear outputs to improve delivery of high-quality trauma care across the network. Lead on the development and implementation of policies and procedures that support service improvement across the SWTN and examine appropriate research opportunities that will support network development and to schedule, organise and manage own workload. The role will cover both adult and paediatric major trauma. This role will be expected to work closely with: Clinical director for the network. Network manager and clinical and managerial leads across the network. Network leads for governance, paediatrics, rehabilitation and patient flow. WAST and EMRTS. Commissioning bodies. Other organisations (Universities, HEIW, Wales Deanery, emergency planning).
Person Specification Experience Essential Significant experience in Quality Improvement & Research. Knowledge of Quality improvement and research projects.
Desirable Publications as Author for Quality Improvement & Research. Prior experience working in/within a Major Trauma Centre or similar service.
Skills Essential Ability to maintain CPD to a high standard. Proven ability to work as part of a multi-disciplinary team. Proven leadership abilities.
Employer details Employer name Swansea Bay University Health Board Address SBUHB HQ Baglan 1 Talbot Gateway Baglan SA12 7BR Any attachments will be accessible after you click to apply. 130-AC003-0125 #J-18808-Ljbffr
