Head of Nursing

Job title:

Head of Nursing

Company:

NHS

Job description

The Head of Nursing for Care Group 2 will provide expert objective nursing leadership across the Care Group, supporting patient safety and care, supporting the delivery of high quality care throughout surgical specialities. This includes both elective and non-elective care. This role, along with the Care Group Director and General Manager will be required to work closely together to lead the surgical teams, transforming and delivering surgical services to the people of Rotherham. The post holder is responsible for oversight of delivery of safe, effective, well led, responsive care. For further information or an informal discussion please contact: Darren Howlett General Manager for Care Group 2: darren.howlett@nhs.net or Michelle Brennan on01709 426394Main duties of the jobAs the Head of Nursing for our surgical Care Group you will: Work as part of the Care Group 2 Triumvirate to manage the Care Group. Support the General Manager in delivering services within a robust financial management model, including the delivery of both local and Trust-wide cost improvement initiatives Ensure that all relevant quality and performance standards are consistently achieved Ensure the provision and strategic development of a modern, patient-focused service Provide a visible senior management presence to all services within the Care Group. Work with the Chief Nurse and other Executive colleagues to deliver the Trusts corporate objectives and reflect the Trusts core values Support and take part in the Silver Command On Call RotaAbout usThe Rotherham NHS Foundation Trust (TRFT) is a combined acute and community Trust serving our local population of around 270,000 people. Our vision is to always act the right way and be proud to provide exceptional healthcare to the communities of Rotherham.As a Trust we are on a journey to excellence and our people and culture are at the heart of everything we do for patients. In the latest NHS Staff Survey, we are the second most improved Trust in England for would you recommend the Trust as a place to work?, and were one of the most improved for staff engagement overall.But dont just take our word for it each year hundreds of colleagues receive nominations for our Excellence and Proud awards, showcasing our brilliant people and recognising their achievements. Our people make a difference to the lives of patients every day and we are proud of the improvements we are making.All of our 5,100 colleagues are key to our improvement journey, and we are continuing to improve our services by upholding the Trusts values of Ambitious, Caring and Together. If you are passionate about making a difference, then please apply to join us on our journey to excellence.Date posted08 January 2025Pay schemeAgenda for changeBandBand 8cSalary£74,290 to £85,601 a year per annum, pro rataContractPermanentWorking patternFull-time, Flexible workingReference numberC9165-24-11-062aJob locationsThe Rotherham Nhs Foundation TrustMoorgate RoadRotherhamSouth YorkshireS60 2UDJob descriptionJob responsibilitiesPlease see the attached Job Description and Person Specification for full details of the role and responsibilities Job descriptionJob responsibilitiesPlease see the attached Job Description and Person Specification for full details of the role and responsibilitiesPerson SpecificationknowledgeEssential

• Equivalent level of knowledge acquired without formal course of study
• Sound understanding of current NHS agenda, challenges and developments
• Understanding the external context in which surgical speciality services are delivered

Desirable

• Policies, practices and procedures e.g. NHS national policies, standards, requirements and directions that relate to measuring and improving the quality and safety of patient care

ExperienceEssential

• Recruitment and selection experience
• Presenting complex information to large groups
• Senior leadership experience in a large complex organisation
• Substantial leadership and management experience with evidence of achievement
• Experience of financial management
• Evidence of managing human resources issues successfully
• Experience of leading and managing substantial change
• Experience of preparing and presenting reports

QualificationsEssential

• Masters in health / nursing related Studies or equivalent level of knowledge & experience
• Formal Management qualification or equivalent level of knowledge and experience
• Evidence of strong and recent commitment to continuous development

Desirable

• Relevant learning beyond registration

RegistrationEssential

• Current Adult Nursing NMC registration

Person SpecificationknowledgeEssential

• Equivalent level of knowledge acquired without formal course of study
• Sound understanding of current NHS agenda, challenges and developments
• Understanding the external context in which surgical speciality services are delivered

Desirable

• Policies, practices and procedures e.g. NHS national policies, standards, requirements and directions that relate to measuring and improving the quality and safety of patient care

ExperienceEssential

• Recruitment and selection experience
• Presenting complex information to large groups
• Senior leadership experience in a large complex organisation
• Substantial leadership and management experience with evidence of achievement
• Experience of financial management
• Evidence of managing human resources issues successfully
• Experience of leading and managing substantial change
• Experience of preparing and presenting reports

QualificationsEssential

• Masters in health / nursing related Studies or equivalent level of knowledge & experience
• Formal Management qualification or equivalent level of knowledge and experience
• Evidence of strong and recent commitment to continuous development

Desirable

• Relevant learning beyond registration

RegistrationEssential

• Current Adult Nursing NMC registration

Expected salary

£74290 – 85601 per year

Location

Rotherham, South Yorkshire

Job date

Fri, 10 Jan 2025 07:30:18 GMT

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