About this role
Job summary
We are seeking a motivated and experienced Practice Nurse to become our Clinical Governance Nurse to support and strengthen clinical quality and safety across our GP Care Wakefield services.
Main duties of the job
The key responsibilities of the role include:
- Acting as the Infection Prevention and Control (IPC) Lead.
- Supporting and undertaking clinical audits for a range of services
- Delivering supervision and inductions for Nurses and Healthcare Assistants
- Supporting Nurses and Healthcare Assistants
About us
This role is for 5.5 hours per week, with flexible working arrangements, including the option to work from home. The postholder must be able to attend each GP Care Wakefield site at least a couple of times per month to deliver supervision and induction sessions.
We are looking for a proactive, organised and supportive nursing professional with a strong commitment to governance, patient safety and staff development.
If you are passionate about maintaining high standards of care and supporting colleagues to deliver safe, effective services, we would welcome your application.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The Clinical Governance Nurse will play a key role in supporting and leading clinical governance, quality assurance and patient safety activities across GP Care Wakefield services. Working collaboratively with clinical and operational colleagues, the post holder will provide professional leadership and expertise to ensure that high standards of care are maintained and continuously improved across all nursing services.
The post holder will be responsible for promoting a culture of continuous quality improvement, ensuring that clinical practice is safe, effective, evidence-based and compliant with relevant legislation, national guidance, professional standards and organisational policies. They will contribute to the development, implementation and monitoring of governance frameworks that support high-quality patient care and positive outcomes.
A significant aspect of the role will involve leading on clinical audit activities. The Clinical Governance Nurse will develop, coordinate and undertake clinical audits across services, ensuring findings are analysed, shared and translated into meaningful improvements. They will support the identification of trends, risks and learning opportunities, working closely with clinicians and managers to implement action plans and monitor outcomes.
The Clinical Governance Nurse will provide professional advice and support in relation to clinical governance, patient safety and quality improvement initiatives. They will assist in reviewing complaints, incidents, significant events and patient feedback, helping to identify learning opportunities and promote service development. The post holder will contribute to investigations where appropriate and ensure that lessons learned are disseminated effectively across the organisation.
The role will involve supporting the review, development and implementation of policies, protocols, standard operating procedures and clinical guidance documents. The post holder will ensure that clinical documentation remains current, evidence based and reflective of regulatory requirements and best practice guidance. They will work with stakeholders across the organisation to ensure policies are embedded effectively and understood by staff.
The Clinical Governance Nurse will act as a professional resource for nursing staff and will contribute to the support, development and supervision of Practice Nurses, Nursing Associates and Healthcare Assistants working within GP Care Wakefield services. This will include facilitating clinical supervision, providing professional guidance and supporting staff to maintain competence, confidence and professional standards within their roles.
The post holder will support induction programmes for new clinical staff and contribute to onboarding processes to ensure employees receive appropriate training, support and guidance during their introduction to the organisation. They will also assist with probationary reviews and competency assessments where required, helping managers to ensure staff achieve expected standards and objectives.
The Clinical Governance Nurse will take a lead role in Infection Prevention and Control (IPC) across the organisation. This will include undertaking IPC audits, supporting inspections and assessments, identifying areas for improvement and implementing actions to ensure compliance with national standards and guidance. The post holder will provide advice and support to colleagues on infection prevention matters and promote best practice throughout all clinical environments.
Working in partnership with multidisciplinary teams, the Clinical Governance Nurse will support the development and implementation of quality improvement projects designed to enhance service delivery and patient care. They will encourage the use of audit, reflection, learning and innovation to drive improvements across services and promote a positive culture of governance and learning.
The post holder will assist with monitoring compliance against organisational governance requirements and quality standards, ensuring that appropriate records, reports and evidence are maintained. They will contribute to the preparation of governance reports and provide assurance to senior leaders regarding quality, safety and clinical effectiveness across nursing services.
The Clinical Governance Nurse will be expected to maintain professional registration and undertake ongoing professional development to ensure knowledge and practice remain current. They will keep informed of developments in primary care, nursing practice, patient safety, infection prevention and quality improvement and support the implementation of relevant changes within the organisation.
The role requires excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build positive working relationships with a wide range of stakeholders. The post holder must be able to communicate effectively with clinical staff, managers and external partners, presenting information clearly and professionally and providing constructive feedback where required.
The successful candidate will be a registered nurse with substantial experience within primary care or a related healthcare setting and a strong understanding of clinical governance principles. They will demonstrate experience of clinical audit, quality improvement, patient safety and infection prevention and control activities. The ability to work independently, manage competing priorities and influence positive change will be essential.
This is a flexible and varied role that offers the opportunity to make a significant contribution to the quality and safety of services delivered by GP Care Wakefield. The post holder will work across multiple locations and may be required to travel throughout the Wakefield district as part of their duties. Hybrid working arrangements are available, although attendance at clinical sites will be required to support supervision, audits, induction activities and governance responsibilities.
The Clinical Governance Nurse will be committed to delivering high standards of patient care, promoting excellence in nursing practice and supporting the organisation's vision of providing safe, effective and patient-centred healthcare services for local communities.
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- 5 years practice nursing experience
- Recent Ardens template experience
- Recent experience using SystmOne
Desirable
- Experience developing and conducting clinical audits
- Diabetes, Asthma, COPD & CVD management experience
- Awareness of Conexus Clinical Services and Health promotion contracts
Qualifications
Essential
- Nurse registered with the NMC , with no restrictions on practice or pending Fitness To Practice concerns
- Able to work independently without direct supervision
Attributes
Essential
- Recognises when the limits of own competence are exceeded and is able to identify how and from whom to seek support.
- Listens proactively and collaborates with colleagues and wider teams and is able to share learning from their experiences
- Acts with integrity and professionalism at all times and is conscientious and committed to provide a high-quality service.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer details
Employer name
Conexus Healthcare CIC
Address
Sandal Castle Medical Centre
Asdale Rd
Wakefield
West Yorkshire
WF2 7PJ
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://conexus-healthcare.org/ (Opens in a new tab)