Job summary The post holder will work in partnership with the Governance Team to develop an integrated governance framework for Childrens services, in line with the wider Health Board strategy. The post holder will promote a culture of transparency, honesty and accountability within Childrens Services. In conjunction with the Governance Team, will develop clinical risk management systems, promoting proactive risk management and Governance within the Integrated Health Community The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply. Main duties of the job Develop Clinical Risk Management initiatives and strategies with support of Governance Team Coordinate and facilitate risk assessment within the department. Plan and organise monthly Clinical Risk meetings. Organise and facilitate weekly Datix meetings. Grade all clinical incidents, and ensure they are logged into the department system for collating clinical incident statistics Following trend analysis, through recommendation to the Clinical Network manager, contribute to the Improvement Agenda Ensure timely and effective investigation of incidents by the appropriate members of staff. Co-ordinate all Serious Incident Reviews and participating in the investigation of such incidents. Manage highly complex, sensitive or contentious information, to include analysis of data and reporting on the same. Oversee the perinatal morbidity review tool process. Report serious incidents to the Legal Department and Welsh Government (where applicable). Be responsible in conjunction with the service managers for ensuring actions from clinical incidents investigations have been actioned within the Integrated Health Community and ensure an integrated approach is in place to learn lessons from incidents and litigation. Ensure all aspects of Health and Safety are adhered to, reporting and untoward incidents appropriately. About us If you relish a challenge, have a passion to help others or simply fancy a fresh start, then Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board (BCUHB) North Wales, has all the right ingredients. The largest health organisation in Wales, providing a full range of primary, community, mental health, acute and elective hospital services for a population of around 700,000, across North Wales. Join our team and get the support you need, in line with our Organisational Values and 'Proud to Lead' competence framework. Enjoy being part of working with engaged leadership at all levels, and be assured we are committed to promoting equality and diversity, and are proud to welcome applicants under the "Disability Confident Employer" scheme. Please check your email account regularly. Successful applicants will receive all recruitment related correspondence via the email account registered on the application form. Applications may be submitted in Welsh. Applications submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English. Date posted 27 March 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 7 Salary £46,840 to £53,602 a year per annum Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time Reference number 050-NMR211-0325 Job locations Glan Clwyd Hospital Sarn Lane, Rhuddlan Road Bodelwyddan LL18 5UJ Job description Job responsibilities As above and within full job description which is attached :- examples of :- Record and monitor a change register of improvements to patient safety arising from the clinical incident review process. Provide statistics as required by the Integrated Health Community. Ensure the practice of self and others is compliant with local and national policy. Work in highly emotional circumstances, dealing directly with families and staff who have experienced bereavement In conjunction with the Governance Team, be responsible for ensuring that training and education in relation to all governance issues is provided within the Integrated Health Community (e.g. Root Cause Analysis; Incident Management and Record Keeping). In collaboration with other members of the multi-disciplinary team participate fully in multi-disciplinary audit meetings. Ensure that the Integrated Health Community has a robust mechanism for acting on the recommendations of all national confidential enquiries (e.g. MBRRACE, NNAP, NMPA) and all NICE guidance Take a role in the evaluation of clinical policies, protocols, guidelines and clinical pathways. Job description Job responsibilities As above and within full job description which is attached :- examples of :- Record and monitor a change register of improvements to patient safety arising from the clinical incident review process. Provide statistics as required by the Integrated Health Community. Ensure the practice of self and others is compliant with local and national policy. Work in highly emotional circumstances, dealing directly with families and staff who have experienced bereavement In conjunction with the Governance Team, be responsible for ensuring that training and education in relation to all governance issues is provided within the Integrated Health Community (e.g. Root Cause Analysis; Incident Management and Record Keeping). In collaboration with other members of the multi-disciplinary team participate fully in multi-disciplinary audit meetings. Ensure that the Integrated Health Community has a robust mechanism for acting on the recommendations of all national confidential enquiries (e.g. MBRRACE, NNAP, NMPA) and all NICE guidance Take a role in the evaluation of clinical policies, protocols, guidelines and clinical pathways. Person Specification Qualifications and/or Knowledge Essential oRegistered nurse oEvidence of continuous professional development oEvidence of working at Degree level/has a Degree qualification oEvidence of working at Masters level/has a Masters qualification oHas an understanding of NHS Governance and Health & safety agendas oHas an understanding of the Health Board Governance strategy Desirable oExperience of working in a risk management role oTeaching/Mentoring qualification Experience Essential opost registration Neonatal experience at Band 6 or above oExperience in managing highly complex, sensitive or contentious information; to include analysis of data and reporting on the same Desirable oExperience of investigating and monitoring clinical incidents Aptitude and Abilities Essential oExcellent organisational and time management skills oCan work independently and also as part of a multi-professional team with minimal guidance oAble to work in highly sensitive situations with bereaved families and emotional staff oAble to manage highly complex, sensitive or contentious information, to include analysis of data and reporting on the same oAbility to work well under pressure and meet deadlines. Desirable oHas undertaken a course in Root Cause Analysis oProject management skills values Essential oResilient oCan build lasting, positive relationships with all members of the multi disciplinary team oSensitive approach other Essential Able to work flexibly Able to travel between sites as required Person Specification Qualifications and/or Knowledge Essential oRegistered nurse oEvidence of continuous professional development oEvidence of working at Degree level/has a Degree qualification oEvidence of working at Masters level/has a Masters qualification oHas an understanding of NHS Governance and Health & safety agendas oHas an understanding of the Health Board Governance strategy Desirable oExperience of working in a risk management role oTeaching/Mentoring qualification Experience Essential opost registration Neonatal experience at Band 6 or above oExperience in managing highly complex, sensitive or contentious information; to include analysis of data and reporting on the same Desirable oExperience of investigating and monitoring clinical incidents Aptitude and Abilities Essential oExcellent organisational and time management skills oCan work independently and also as part of a multi-professional team with minimal guidance oAble to work in highly sensitive situations with bereaved families and emotional staff oAble to manage highly complex, sensitive or contentious information, to include analysis of data and reporting on the same oAbility to work well under pressure and meet deadlines. Desirable oHas undertaken a course in Root Cause Analysis oProject management skills values Essential oResilient oCan build lasting, positive relationships with all members of the multi disciplinary team oSensitive approach other Essential Able to work flexibly Able to travel between sites as required 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 Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board Address Glan Clwyd Hospital Sarn Lane, Rhuddlan Road Bodelwyddan LL18 5UJ Employer's website https://bcuhb.nhs.wales/train-work-live/ (Opens in a new tab)