About this role
Job summary
JOB SUMMARY:Reporting to the hospital unit chief executive officer, with a professional accountability to the group chief nursing officer, the post holder is accountable for contributing to and implementing group strategy.The director of nursing will be a core member of the hospital unit's leadership team and will provide leadership to the associated nursing and midwifery workforce by shaping a culture of continuous improvement. The director of nursing is responsible for the hospital unit's standards of nursing care and midwifery care in partnership with the group director of midwifery to ensure excellent patient care and for the implementation of practice in line with the group's objectives.The director of nursing will work strategically with the hospital unit medical director to enhance patient experience, quality of care and ensure patient safety. In addition the director of nursing will ensure effective systems are in place to monitor and improve clinical, operational and financial performance of nursing and midwifery teams and individuals.
Main duties of the job
The post holder will offer World Class Care to service users, staff, colleagues, clients and patients alike so that everyone at the Royal Free can feel:
Welcome all of the timeConfident because we are clearly communicatingRespected and cared forReassured that they are always in safe hands
LEADERSHIPo To be an effective, collaborative, and dynamic member of the health unit executive team supporting the CEO to develop an inclusive and progressive culture - underpinned by focus on patient and people experience, financial sustainability, continuous quality improvement, and the tripartite mission.o To provide innovative professional leadership and direction to the nurses within the health unit and wider trust that supports the modernisation and improvement of services ensuring compliance with statutory instruments, NMC, professional standards and local policies.o Provide professional support and leadership to divisional directors of nursing / midwifery for divisions in the designated health unit.o Promote quality, innovation, productivity and prevention in health and health care services within the scope of one's work and the work of others.o To create a culture of openness and transparency where staff are able to raise concerns and know they will be listened to and where they will be able to get feedback.o Actively promote compassionate inclusive leadership.
About us
The Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust is one of the UK's biggest and most innovative trusts. Across three main hospitals, our dedicated army of staff care for over 1.6million patients, treat more than 200,000 in A&E, deliver over 8,000 babies and carry out more than 17million tests.
Our size, scale and influence offer you unrivalled career opportunities and a forward-thinking approach to working that works around your lifestyle. From flexible hours and generous benefits, to next level training, we make it easier to take your career to the top.
For more information please follow link https://www.royalfreelondonjobs.co.uk/
Job description Job responsibilities
Please see attached Job Description for more information about this role and working at royal free London NHS foundation Trust
Person Specification
Royal Free world class values Essential
Demonstrable ability to meet the Trust Values
Education & professional qualifications Essential
Current NMC Registration Masters degree or equivalent level experience Evidence of continuous personal and professional development
Desirable
Management qualification
Experience Essential
Significant senior nursing experience in an NHS Acute trust Experience of increasing staff engagement Experience of leading transformational service change Experience of managing complex problems o Successful achievement of projects of a significant scale including close working with clinicians
Skills and aptitudes Essential
Demonstrable track record of successful delivery Strong understanding of, and responsiveness to the complexities and dynamics of the NHS including the importance of clinical governance Demonstrate effective partnership working with internal and external stakeholders Ability to influence, negotiate and persuade regarding complex or sensitive issues Motivational skills to lead staff Highly developed communication and interpersonal skills Determination to achieve high standards and strive to delivery improvements in patient care within the framework of the Trust
Personal Qualities & attributes Essential
Passion, enthusiasm and pride for the profession Ability to commend confidence of medical and other Trust colleagues Ability to plan strategically, tactically and creatively Ability to take an innovative approach Proactive, versatile and problem solving approach Robust and persistent in the pursuit of objectives whilst responding to short term challenges and priorities Able to maintain personal credibility Able to prioritise and work under pressure
Others Essential
Meets the requirement for fit and proper persons
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.
Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
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 Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust
Address Barnet Hospital and Chase Farm Hospital Health Unit
Wellhouse Lane, EN5 3DJ
Barnet
EN5 3DJ
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.royalfreelondonjobs.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)