The post holder will: Be responsible for the performance management and professional standards of Matrons, Ward/Department Managers and Nurse Specialists to ensure delivery of healthcare performance standards and Trust objectives within their designated area of responsibility. Take the lead for safety and quality for all nursing services provided within their designated area of responsibility, undertaking investigations and producing reports where required. Act as a positive role model through the provision of effective senior professional nurse leadership and demonstration of competent, accountable, high quality clinical practice. Provide day-to-day visible (in uniform), accessible and authoritative leadership in clinical areas. Be responsible for the standards of ward based and outpatient-based care delivered within their area(s) to ensure the delivery of patient care is always of the highest possible standard and for improving patient experience. Actively support the Division in the provision and ongoing development of high quality, modern, dynamic, and patient centred services. Provide support to patients, and their relatives/carers. Be responsible for optimising patient flow to ensure patients are in the right bed at the right time to receive the right care. Work in liaison with other Directorates and Divisions and the wider local health community and local service providers to ensure care pathways are optimised, supporting resolution of any issues where they are identified. To work closely with other Directorates and Divisions to ensure that related clinical pathways work in tandem with those in these areas and are as efficient as possible in all respects of the care delivered to patients. To ensure that the services within the Division work together seamlessly providing safe high-quality care to patients. Provide support in relation to workforce development, training, recruitment and performance management of the nursing teams within the Division.