Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an exceptional nursing leader to join the cancer service division. The Head of Nursing will be responsible for leading on clinical standards and supporting the matrons, clinical nurse specialists, nurses, nurse consultant allied health professionals including ACPs and support worker across a number of specialities including oncology, haematology, cancer performance and outpatients.
You will ensure that patients and staff are safe, cared for and listened to. We are looking for an innovative, inclusive leader with exceptional communication skills to inspire confidence in others and be committed to delivering improvement in clinical practice and contribute towards the trusts quality objectives and the achievement of high clinical standards of care within the division. You can work autonomously and provide compassionate professional advice and are committed to a flexible, visible and responsive approach to your work. You will be an experienced professional leader with an in depth knowledge of governance and assurance mechanisms with extensive knowledge of and experience in the operational management.
You will champion the Trust values demonstrating compassionate leadership in all you do. Working alongside the divisional leadership team you will provide operational leadership, working across the organisation and system to ensure the delivery of high-quality patient care, that is responsive to the needs of the populations we serve.
Main duties of the job
Reporting to the Divisional Director of Nursing for Cancer Services and working with the divisional leadership team, the post holder will be a key member of the management team, enabling the delivery of outstanding services in accordance with agreed objectives, targets, quality standards, controls and resource constraints as set out in the business plans for the services delivered by the Division. The Head of Nursing will ensure high quality nursing care in the cancer division, whilst promoting the excellence in all areas of clinical practice in order to deliver a high-quality patient-led service which is dynamic, proactive and responsive to health needs.
About us
Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells NHS Trust is a large acute hospital Trust in the county of Kent.
The Trust provides a full range of general hospital services and some areas of specialist complex care to around 500,000 people living in the south part of West Kent and the north part of East Sussex.
The Trust's core catchment areas are Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells and their surrounding boroughs. We work from two main clinical sites: Maidstone Hospital and Tunbridge Wells Hospital at Pembury. Tunbridge Wells Hospital opened in 2011 and provides single rooms with en-suites for all in-patients - the first of its kind in the country.
We employ over 6,500 full and part-time staff in a huge range of clinical and non-clinical roles across both of our hospital sites.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Once your pre-employment checks have been completed you will be contacted by Recruitment to arrange your start date which will be in line with one of our Corporate Inductions.
Following your Corporate Induction you will be expected to attend the Trusts 2-week Induction Programme for RNs, NAs, RMs, ODPs and Paramedics. The programme is full-time (please email mtw-tr.professionalstandards@nhs.net if this is problematic)and will involve travel to both Trust sites. The programme includes supernumerary shifts in the clinical area, classroom-based sessions and e-learning.
Please note that appointment to this post will be subject to a satisfactory Disclosure & Barring Service Check at Enhanced Level. (Enhanced level now includes regulated checks against vulnerable adults and children)
At MTW, we seek to develop a culture where everyone can reach their full potential with opportunities to grow and develop their career. We recognise and value the unique contributions that each of our staff bring, delivering the best quality care and service to our patients. We are committed to being a diverse employer and strive to reflect everyone in our local communities. We welcome applications from people of diverse backgrounds, perspectives and experiences and celebrate the diversity of thought, viewpoints and ideas that will make our Trust the best place to work.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Once your pre-employment checks have been completed you will be contacted by Recruitment to arrange your start date which will be in line with one of our Corporate Inductions.
Following your Corporate Induction you will be expected to attend the Trusts 2-week Induction Programme for RNs, NAs, RMs, ODPs and Paramedics. The programme is full-time (please email mtw-tr.professionalstandards@nhs.net if this is problematic)and will involve travel to both Trust sites. The programme includes supernumerary shifts in the clinical area, classroom-based sessions and e-learning.
Please note that appointment to this post will be subject to a satisfactory Disclosure & Barring Service Check at Enhanced Level. (Enhanced level now includes regulated checks against vulnerable adults and children)
At MTW, we seek to develop a culture where everyone can reach their full potential with opportunities to grow and develop their career. We recognise and value the unique contributions that each of our staff bring, delivering the best quality care and service to our patients. We are committed to being a diverse employer and strive to reflect everyone in our local communities. We welcome applications from people of diverse backgrounds, perspectives and experiences and celebrate the diversity of thought, viewpoints and ideas that will make our Trust the best place to work.
Person Specification
Skills
Essential
- Experience of Clinical Governance and Risk Management processes
Desirable
- Service improvement and methodology training
Experience
Essential
- Recent experience at senior nurse level in an acute Health Care setting
- Msc or Equivalent
- Extensive knowledge of and experience in the operational management of hospital services
Desirable
- Experience in cancer services
- Leadership Training
- Experience if working in an acute trust and understand operational pressures
Knowledge
Essential
- Advanced management/leadership experience of clinical teams
- Proven ability to manage a budget/multiple budgets
- Understanding of National/local performance targets & NHS national agenda
Desirable
- Managed teams and lead change
- Understanding of budgets
- Understanding of cancer targets and national nursing agenda
Person Specification
Skills
Essential
- Experience of Clinical Governance and Risk Management processes
Desirable
- Service improvement and methodology training
Experience
Essential
- Recent experience at senior nurse level in an acute Health Care setting
- Msc or Equivalent
- Extensive knowledge of and experience in the operational management of hospital services
Desirable
- Experience in cancer services
- Leadership Training
- Experience if working in an acute trust and understand operational pressures
Knowledge
Essential
- Advanced management/leadership experience of clinical teams
- Proven ability to manage a budget/multiple budgets
- Understanding of National/local performance targets & NHS national agenda
Desirable
- Managed teams and lead change
- Understanding of budgets
- Understanding of cancer targets and national nursing agenda
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).
