Join Our Journey: Shape the Future of Paediatric Diabetes Care
Are you ready to take the helm of a dynamic team dedicated to transforming the lives of children and young people living with diabetes? Our Paediatric Diabetes Service is on the lookout for a passionate and visionary Lead Nurse to guide our established team and elevate our services to new heights.
As our Lead Nurse, you'll play a pivotal role in crafting exceptional care experiences across our hospitals and community services. Your enthusiasm and expertise will inspire our team and ensure that every child and young person receives the highest standard of support. Your leadership will be the driving force behind innovative program development and transformation in diabetes care.
Imagine working at the forefront of paediatric healthcare, collaborating with a talented multi-disciplinary team of clinicians, nursing professionals, psychologists, and dietitians. Together, you'll provide specialised care for those navigating the complexities of type 1 and type 2 diabetes during their formative years. Your contributions will help children and adolescents thrive as they learn to manage their conditions and engage with their future.
If you are a proactive, highly motivated practitioner with a heart for making a difference, we want to hear from you! Step into this rewarding challenge and help us empower the next generation through compassionate care and cutting-edge diabetes management.
Main duties of the job
Are you a passionate, innovative nurse eager to create impactful change in the lives of children and adolescents living with diabetes? We are seeking an exceptional Lead Nurse to provide dynamic leadership and strategic direction within our specialised paediatric diabetes service!
In this pivotal role, you'll collaborate closely with clinical leads to shape the future of diabetes care standards while actively participating in the intricate aspects of patient management. With a clinical caseload of 50%, you will be hands-on in delivering high-quality care that makes a real difference in our young patients' lives.
We're looking for a trailblazing nurse leader—someone who thrives in a collaborative environment, embodies accountability, and demonstrates strong leadership and autonomy. Your visionary outlook will not only maintain but also evolve our paediatric diabetes service, ensuring we remain at the forefront of care excellence.
If you have the right blend of enthusiasm, expertise, and a commitment to teamwork, this is your opportunity to enhance our dedicated team and contribute to a brighter future for young people facing diabetes.
Ready to make an impact? Apply now and be the change you wish to see in the world of paediatric diabetes care.
About us
The Northern Care Alliance NHS Foundation Trust (NCA) provides hospital and integrated health and social care services to over one million people living across Greater Manchester. Our 20,000 colleagues care for people in hospital and in the community, working across Bury, Rochdale, Oldham and Salford, to save and improve lives.
As a large NHS trust we are committed to enhancing the health of our local population by delivering consistently high standards of care and working closely with local authorities and key partners. We believe in our power and potential to make a difference and we're always looking for people who demonstrate our three core values - care, appreciate and inspire - to join our team.
In return, we can offer you a job role with purpose and flexibility. The size and scale of the NCA means we can provide more challenge and opportunities so your career can always be moving in the right direction. By joining us you can also access a competitive benefits package, including, a fantastic annual leave allowance, flexible working opportunities and protected hours for health and wellbeing activities, helping you to achieve more personal downtime and a better work-life balance.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To read more information about the advertised role, and the main job duties/responsibilities please open the Job Description and Person Specification located under the supporting documents heading. You can also read more information about working at the Northern Care Alliance within the attached Candidate Information Pack or by visiting our careers website: www.careers.northerncarealliance.nhs.uk
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
* Current NMC registration (RN Child)
* Degree in healthcare (or equivalent)
* Qualification in management/leadership
* Recognised teaching / mentorship / education qualification
* Non-medical prescribing
Desirable
* Masters level Advanced Clinical Practice/Equivalent
Knowledge
Essential
* Knowledge of change management theory
* Knowledge of organisational development
* Knowledge of National Targets and Clinical Governance
Desirable
* Evidence of extensive expert professional knowledge supplemented by post reg. specialist managerial / leadership training and CPD
Skills
Essential
* Experienced in Clinical caseload management
* NHS leadership/management experience
* Experience of business planning and budgetary management
Desirable
* Participation in research and experience of critical appraisal
Experience
Essential
* Substantial post registration experience with proven experience at a senior level
* Experience of using performance management methodology
Desirable
* Experience of using performance management methodology
Employer details
Employer name
Northern Care Alliance NHS Foundation Trust
Address
The Royal Oldham Hospital
Rochdale Road
Oldham
OL1 2JH
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