Job summary
We are looking for an outstanding leader for our Urgent and Emergency Care Team. You will be an experienced ED nursing leader who thrives in complex environments and has determination and resilience to drive improvements in emergency care.
If you are an experience senior nurse in Emergency Care who is passionate, compassionate and enthusiastic about patient's quality of care, who also would like to work in a newly refurbished Emergency Department and who wants to be involved in the final details of our new Same Day Emergency Village (Medical Surgical due for completion April 2026) this job is for you.
Based on the wonderful Kent Coast by the towns of Margate & Ramsgate it offers wonderful opportunity for an amazing work life balance
We are looking for an outstanding leader who would like to be part of a future where patients are the centre of every decision and where staff strive to provide the outstanding care.
You will be part of a fantastic team who are willing to create a common vision with passion, determination, consistency and professionalism with the help of a great leader.
Do you feel ready to take on a demanding but rewarding leadership role and make a real difference in patients in our Urgent and Emergency Care Team.?
Do you think you are the leader we are looking for? if that is the case, please do not hesitate to come and see what is potentially available for you.
This is a great opportunity and you do not want to miss it!
Main duties of the job
- The AssociateDirector of Nursing (ADoN) will provide senior leadership whilst working cohesively within theTriumvirate of the Urgent & Emergency Care Department.
- They are responsible for the development and application of systems, control processes and risk management arrangements that ensure full compliance with internal and external governance procedures and to benchmark against best practice requirements.
- Theywill work with the division to develop the strategic direction and vision which maximises business efficiency, effectiveness, flexibility and staff morale.
- Support the development of a culture within the ED, which is open and transparent that supports and empowers innovation, creativity and learning both at all levels.
- They will be accountable for the direct delivery of safe, effective clinical care and will advise the Divisional Management Team on professional nursing and other clinical staff groups (AHPs) issues. The postholder will be the Divisional lead and link for both the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) and the Director of Nursing on all nursing related matters.
- They will work with senior managers across the organisation to ensure effective patient flow including the effective use of beds whilst maintaining quality of care. The post holder will participate in the tactical on call rota.
About us
We are one of the largest hospital trusts in England, with five hospitals and community clinics serving a local population of around 800,000 people. Our vision is 'great healthcare from great people'. Everything we do is guided by our values: 'People feel cared for, safe, respected and confident that we are making a difference'. We have a new way of working at East Kent Hospitals, called 'We care'. It's about empowering frontline staff to lead improvements day-to-day. We're looking for compassionate people to be part of our improvement journey for the patients, families and carers we care for every day.
Please note that if you require a Certificate of Sponsorship to work in the UK you must declare this on your application form, even if you currently have a certificate of sponsorship or a work permit for another role and are already working in the country. Please note we are only able to sponsor candidates on a Skilled Worker Visa applying for roles Band 5 and above.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please scroll down to access the full Job Description and Person Specification located in Documents to download. If you have further queries please dont hesitate to contact the line manager using the contact details below.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please scroll down to access the full Job Description and Person Specification located in Documents to download. If you have further queries please dont hesitate to contact the line manager using the contact details below.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- NMC/HCPC Registration
- Degree in Nursing/Health related subject
- Masters level qualification or equivalent demonstrable experience
- Teaching/mentorship Qualification
- Management Qualification or evidence of training in management processes and other HR issues
- Evidence of Continuous Professional Development relevant to this role
Desirable
- Evidence of specialist knowledge in a particular relevant area
Knowledge
Essential
- Clinical competence, including administering drugs
- Knowledge and understanding of key government legislation, national guidance and drivers relating to the Care Group
- Knowledge of a wide range of staff management practices including: Disciplinary process, Recruitment, performance, redeployment and absence management
- Knowledge of wide range of senior management practices including budgetary management, the consultation process, workforce planning cost pressures and service developments
- Comprehensive understanding of clinical risk and quality governance principles and their application
- An understanding of the NHS System from a national and local level
Experience
Essential
- Clinical competence, including administering drugs
- Evidence of significant management experience, communicating at all levels of the organisation
- Budgetary management experience and understanding of the current NHS financial regime
- Experience of staff management including managing recruitment, performance monitoring, and appraisal, induction and mentoring.
- Supporting senior clinicians in service delivery
- Experience of system leadership
- Experience of chairing meetings including in a multi- agency setting
- Experience of negotiating and influencing at operational and strategic levels
Desirable
- Significant experience at a Band 8 level in an acute care setting
- Involvement in strategic planning
- Experience of bidding for developing managing and mainstreaming short term funding streams
- Evidence of leading change management
Skills
Essential
- Exercise analytical and decision making skills in relation to patient risk and care in complex cases
- High-level interpersonal skills.
- Computer literate and ability to use Microsoft programmes competently
- Robust report writing and presentation skills
- Ability to lead teams and navigate complex environments
Desirable
Communication & Relationships
Essential
- To communicate sensitive information to patients and/or relatives and carers concerning the physical and/or psychological condition of the patient
- Ability to effectively communicate in complex situations and convey complex information with internal and external partners
- Ensure the development of nursing practice systems for effective communication with all clients, carers, visitors, staff, and other members of the multidisciplinary team.
Desirable
- Ensure representation and undertake presentations, as and when needed, at meetings and forums and developing ward/community interface
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- NMC/HCPC Registration
- Degree in Nursing/Health related subject
- Masters level qualification or equivalent demonstrable experience
- Teaching/mentorship Qualification
- Management Qualification or evidence of training in management processes and other HR issues
- Evidence of Continuous Professional Development relevant to this role
Desirable
- Evidence of specialist knowledge in a particular relevant area
Knowledge
Essential
- Clinical competence, including administering drugs
- Knowledge and understanding of key government legislation, national guidance and drivers relating to the Care Group
- Knowledge of a wide range of staff management practices including: Disciplinary process, Recruitment, performance, redeployment and absence management
- Knowledge of wide range of senior management practices including budgetary management, the consultation process, workforce planning cost pressures and service developments
- Comprehensive understanding of clinical risk and quality governance principles and their application
- An understanding of the NHS System from a national and local level
Experience
Essential
- Clinical competence, including administering drugs
- Evidence of significant management experience, communicating at all levels of the organisation
- Budgetary management experience and understanding of the current NHS financial regime
- Experience of staff management including managing recruitment, performance monitoring, and appraisal, induction and mentoring.
- Supporting senior clinicians in service delivery
- Experience of system leadership
- Experience of chairing meetings including in a multi- agency setting
- Experience of negotiating and influencing at operational and strategic levels
Desirable
- Significant experience at a Band 8 level in an acute care setting
- Involvement in strategic planning
- Experience of bidding for developing managing and mainstreaming short term funding streams
- Evidence of leading change management
Skills
Essential
- Exercise analytical and decision making skills in relation to patient risk and care in complex cases
- High-level interpersonal skills.
- Computer literate and ability to use Microsoft programmes competently
- Robust report writing and presentation skills
- Ability to lead teams and navigate complex environments
Desirable
Communication & Relationships
Essential
- To communicate sensitive information to patients and/or relatives and carers concerning the physical and/or psychological condition of the patient
- Ability to effectively communicate in complex situations and convey complex information with internal and external partners
- Ensure the development of nursing practice systems for effective communication with all clients, carers, visitors, staff, and other members of the multidisciplinary team.
Desirable
- Ensure representation and undertake presentations, as and when needed, at meetings and forums and developing ward/community interface
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.
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.
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).
