Job summary This is an exciting time to join the Women's and Children's Division at University Hospitals Sussex as we launch our new divisional leadership structure. The Division will be formed of 4 directorates: Children's Services Neonatal Services Gynaecology and Sexual Health Services Maternity Services Each Directorate will be led by a Directorate triumvirate formed of a Lead Nurse/Head of Nursing/ Head of Midwifery, Clinical Director and an Operational Manager. The Head of Nursing for Neonatal Services is an integral part of this new structure and will form part of the triumvirate, providing senior nursing leadership for Children's Services. Main duties of the job The Head of Nursing will be an integral member of the Divisional management team supporting the Division in the delivery of key performance targets and the Clinical strategy. The post holder will provide proactive senior nursing leadership and management for a defined Directorate within the Division. As an experienced senior nurse, the post holder will be expected to focus on providing a clean, safe environment for patients in line with the highest clinical care and infection control standards ensuring patients receive optimum care whilst being treated with dignity and respect. The post holder will be responsible for implementing and monitoring quality governance arrangements that are in place within the Division. In conjunction with and on behalf of the Divisional Director of Nursing, the post holder will address CQC standards, risk management, review critical incidents, identify and review key clinical and service indicators/audit outcomes and implement information governance requirements. The post holder will be responsible and accountable for the nursing budgets associated with their areas of responsibility. They will be responsible for the performance and delivery of safe, high quality nursing services within the designated area of responsibility and providing cross cover to other areas as required. The post holder will be required to deputise for the Divisional Director of Nursing when required. About us At UHSussex, diversity is our strength, and we want you to feel included to help us always put the Patient First. Your uniqueness and experiences will be part of our creative and innovative community where everyone is encouraged to succeed. We have a range of Staff Networks to help break down barriers, and can offer a buddy to help new members settle in. We're proud to be a Disability Confident Employer (Level 2) and a Veteran Aware Trust. We treat our patients and staff with the same compassion and empathy we expect for ourselves. We're here for them when they need us, and we go above and beyond to meet their needs. This can be seen in ourWellbeing Programme for staff which is extensive and designed to support you when you need it, including where possible, flexible working to support work life balance - because we know that to look after others we must first look after ourselves. As a university trust and a leader in healthcare research, we value learning, teaching and training so that we can be the best that we can be. From the moment you start with us and throughout your career we will help you to grow and develop. We hope that in choosing UHSussex you are choosing a long and happy career where you will be able to see the difference you make and feel valued for all that you do. We look forward to receiving your application and the start of your journey with UHSussex. Date posted 31 October 2024 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 8b Salary £62,215 to £72,293 a year per annum Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time Reference number 279-6752216-OCT24 Job locations Worthing Hospital (Trust wide - Base negotiable) Worthing BN11 2DH Job description Job responsibilities 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. Job description Job responsibilities 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. Person Specification Qualifications Essential Registered Nurse - NMC MSc or equivalent portfolio of evidence management / leadership qualification or equivalent experience Mentorship course Desirable Project management or experience managing improvements Skills Essential Excellent communication skills Evidence of the ability to motivate teams Experience coordinating the multidisciplinary team (delegating, prioritising, Leading) Conflict resolution skills experience using audit to inform change and improve ways of working change management skills and experience Strong performance management skills Demonstrates excellent leadership skills Excellent clinical experience in relevant area of nursing - clinically credible People mangement and development Essential evidence of managing people across teams Evidence of ability to plan, manage and monitor resources (staff, skill mix, financial) Equality, Diversity & Inclusion Essential Evidence of having undertaken own development to improve understanding of equalities issues Evidence of having championed diversity in previous roles (as appropriate to role). Person Specification Qualifications Essential Registered Nurse - NMC MSc or equivalent portfolio of evidence management / leadership qualification or equivalent experience Mentorship course Desirable Project management or experience managing improvements Skills Essential Excellent communication skills Evidence of the ability to motivate teams Experience coordinating the multidisciplinary team (delegating, prioritising, Leading) Conflict resolution skills experience using audit to inform change and improve ways of working change management skills and experience Strong performance management skills Demonstrates excellent leadership skills Excellent clinical experience in relevant area of nursing - clinically credible People mangement and development Essential evidence of managing people across teams Evidence of ability to plan, manage and monitor resources (staff, skill mix, financial) Equality, Diversity & Inclusion Essential Evidence of having undertaken own development to improve understanding of equalities issues Evidence of having championed diversity in previous roles (as appropriate to role). 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). Additional information 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 University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust (279) Address Worthing Hospital (Trust wide - Base negotiable) Worthing BN11 2DH Employer's website https://www.uhsussex.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)