Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Divisional Governance Manager within the Medicine Division
The Divisional Governance Manager is responsible for the co-ordination of a robust clinical quality and governance framework within the Division, in order to support the divisional management team in the delivery of a high quality and safe services
The post holder will be responsible for liaising with Leads of service, Matrons, nursing staff, senior managers and corporate teams in order to deliver the Division's governance agenda
You will need to be self-driven with excellent communication and interpersonal skills with an ability to work at all levels of the organization. You will take pride in your work, be highly motivated, professional, have a flexible approach, good organizational skills, and excellent attention to detail and be able to work to deadlines and write reports
The post holder will be responsible for the co-ordination of a robust clinical quality and governance framework within the Division, in order to support the divisional management team in the delivery of a high quality and safe services
The post holder will be responsible for liaising with Divisional Chief, Divisional Director of Operations, Assistant Director of Nursing, Head of Nursing/Deputy Head of Nursing, Matrons and nursing staff, senior managers and corporate staff in order to support delivery of the Divisional governance agenda
Main duties of the job
You will need to be a Registered Practitioner, First Level Qualified Nurse or relevant experience
NVQ 4 in Management or appropriate diploma management course. Have a minimum of four years' experience in Risk Management with a Clinical Diploma in Risk Management or equivalent, with evidence of continuing relevant professional development to masters equivalent level.
Have proven experience of working in a clinical setting or previous experience of implementation of Clinical Governance processes and procedures at a senior management level.
You will have proven knowledge of a broad range of in-depth clinical and /or managerial experience at a senior level in NHS or a similar large complex organisation. You will also be able to prioritise, use your own initiative, thrive under pressure and manage difficult situations effectively.
To support the delivery of a high quality, safe and compassionate healthcare service, all staff are expected to act as a role model to others in all aspects of their work and consistently demonstrate ESHT Trust Values
To operationally lead the delivery of the Division's Clinical Quality and Governance agenda, which includes clinical quality, risk management and patient safety.
About us
We are proud to provide 'Outstanding' care and be a great place to work
We provide safe, compassionate and high quality care to half a million people living or visiting East Sussex. We are one of the largest organisations in East Sussex, the only integrated provider of acute and community care in Sussex. Our extensive services are provided by 7000 + members of staff working from acute hospitals in Hastings and Eastbourne, three community hospitals in Bexhill, Rye and Uckfield, over 100 community sites and in people's own homes.
In 2020 the Care Quality Commission rated us as 'Good' overall, and 'Outstanding' for being caring and effective. The Conquest Hospital and our Community Services are rated 'Outstanding'. Eastbourne DGH rated 'Good'.
In 2020, the Trust launched its ambitious 'Building for our Future' programme. This once in a lifetime programme aims to repair, redevelop and expand our hospitals, transforming the environment in which we provide care for generations to come.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To gather, analyse and interpret information in order to provide reports in respect of key quality indicators. To seek assurance that standards are being achieved or that actions are completed where issues are highlighted.
To facilitate the investigation of serious incidents, internal investigations and complaints in accordance with Trust policies and procedures and ensure that lessons are learned are implemented, and shared within the Division and across the organisation.
Please refer to the job description attached.
If you have any questions about this position please do not hesitate to contact us.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To gather, analyse and interpret information in order to provide reports in respect of key quality indicators. To seek assurance that standards are being achieved or that actions are completed where issues are highlighted.
To facilitate the investigation of serious incidents, internal investigations and complaints in accordance with Trust policies and procedures and ensure that lessons are learned are implemented, and shared within the Division and across the organisation.
Please refer to the job description attached.
If you have any questions about this position please do not hesitate to contact us.
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Proven experience of working in a clinical setting
- Experience with Serious Incident Framework and knowledge/understanding of PSIRF
- Previous experience of implementation of Clinical Governance processes and procedures at a senior management level
- Previous experience of managing change with a complex care setting
- Previous experience of leadership and skills to facilitate working within and leading a team
- Demonstrable experience of an understanding of complex work base situations at senior management level
- Proven experience of managing sensitive and difficult situations, incidents and complaints, effectively and diplomatically
Knowledge
Essential
- Strong leadership, team working and communication skills
- Knowledge and understanding of Clinical Audit
- Developed analytical and problem solving skills with the ability to make decisions by determining key points from complex and multiple information strands.
- Demonstrate ability to concentrate for long periods on a frequent basis on report writing, analysis of information etc.
- Ability to manage a high volume of enquires both internal and external
- Ability to utilise specific skills to implement governance processes and procedures
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Practitioner, First Level Qualified Nurse or relevant experience.
- A minimum of four years' experience in Risk Management with a Clinical Diploma in Risk Management or equivalent.
- Patient Safety Incident or equivalent training e.g. NHSE Level 1 and 2
- Evidence of continuing relevant professional development to masters equivalent level
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Proven experience of working in a clinical setting
- Experience with Serious Incident Framework and knowledge/understanding of PSIRF
- Previous experience of implementation of Clinical Governance processes and procedures at a senior management level
- Previous experience of managing change with a complex care setting
- Previous experience of leadership and skills to facilitate working within and leading a team
- Demonstrable experience of an understanding of complex work base situations at senior management level
- Proven experience of managing sensitive and difficult situations, incidents and complaints, effectively and diplomatically
Knowledge
Essential
- Strong leadership, team working and communication skills
- Knowledge and understanding of Clinical Audit
- Developed analytical and problem solving skills with the ability to make decisions by determining key points from complex and multiple information strands.
- Demonstrate ability to concentrate for long periods on a frequent basis on report writing, analysis of information etc.
- Ability to manage a high volume of enquires both internal and external
- Ability to utilise specific skills to implement governance processes and procedures
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Practitioner, First Level Qualified Nurse or relevant experience.
- A minimum of four years' experience in Risk Management with a Clinical Diploma in Risk Management or equivalent.
- Patient Safety Incident or equivalent training e.g. NHSE Level 1 and 2
- Evidence of continuing relevant professional development to masters equivalent level
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).
